One HVAC system failed 2 months after Randy Foster's inspection of our home. The other HVAC had to be replaced in 20 months. The inspection did not include him actually looking at either of the two HVAC Air Handlers for our two systems. The HVAC company who replaced the first failed unit stated he actually saw holes in the air coils... Randy Foster's inspection report states the air conditioner could NOT be tested because the outdoor temperature was too low - in March ? His inspection report stated the air handlers were not easily accessible. Funny thing - the HVAC who did the work on the 2nd failed system got access to the unit in under 5 minutes. In addition, the dish washer had rusted areas on the inside to the point pieces have actually broken off and our plumbing company states one bathroom floor reveals previous water damage.
Guess he did not see this potential problem.
Are we expecting too much for our $500.00 for our home inspection....
Those 5 minutes to inspect the 3rd level air handler would have resulted in finding a horribly MOLDed system which we now know was covered up by the Long Term Rental Agency resulting in ongoing Mold Remediation. We have not been able to sleep in our bedroom for over two months as it is closed off due to mold contamination & has two industrial dehumidifiers trying to remove as much dampness as possible before actual restoration.
We trusted the professionals - the realtor and the inspector....
Buyer Beware in OBX - Demand the units be tested even if it means prior approval of the home owner. We are told testing under less than perfect temps could "stress" the unit and cause damage. After talking to the NC Liscensing for Home Inspectors we were told there is no exact temperature degree range that is recommended - it is the opinion of the individual inspector.....
HVAC units may not be inspected because it depends on the outdoor temperature ! read more