Fireplaces
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Register checked through July 8, 2026/Vol. XLVIII, Issue 27 (2026-07-08) - no later Register activity found for this section
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(a)Home inspectors shall:
(1)observe and report on visible and accessible system components;
(2)observe and report on visible and accessible chimneys and vents;
(3)observe and report on chimney caps;
(4)observe and report on fireplaces and solid fuel burning appliances;
(5)observe and report on chimneys;
(6)observe, operate and report on accessible fireplace dampers.
(b)Home inspectors are not required to:
(1)observe and report on the interiors of flues or chimneys;
(2)observe and report on fire screens and doors;
(3)observe and report on automatic fuel feed devices;
(4)observe and report on mantles and fireplace surrounds;
(5)observe and report on combustion make-up air devices;
(6)observe and report on heat distribution assists;
(7)ignite or extinguish fires;
(8)determine draft characteristics;
(9)move fireplace inserts and stoves or firebox contents.