Non-standard Systems and Personal Property

Certain non-standard systems can be so unique in their installation, operation, and maintenance that they are not within the scope of a generalized home inspection. Testing, inspection, analysis, or opinion of condition or function of such non-standard systems is not within the scope of a home inspection. Such non-standard systems include, but are not limited to, central cleaning systems, water modification systems (purifiers, filters, and softeners), lawn irrigation systems, landscape lighting systems, intercom systems, security systems, trash compactors, fire suppression systems, playground equipment, and solar heating systems.

Certain appliances are considered personal property, even when conveying with real estate. Testing, inspection, analysis, or opinion of condition or function of personal property is not within the scope of a home inspection. Such appliances include, but are not limited to, free-standing fireplaces (Franklin stoves), space heaters, window air conditioners, refrigerators, freezers, washers, dryers, washer/dryer combination units, televisions and stereo systems, and countertop microwave units.
Recommend obtaining from seller any installation, user, or maintenance manuals or guides for all personal property and non-standard systems that are conveying with the property.

Recommend consulting with seller concerning any previous problems, service, testing, or inspections of any personal property and non-standard systems that are conveying with the property.

Recommend further evaluation, inspection, and/or testing, as appropriate, and before close of escrow, of any personal property or non-standard systems that are conveying with the property.