Home Checkup

1. Water Test – if you have a well

• Bacteria E-Coli and Coliform
• Nitrates and Nitrites
• Lead
• Arsenic
• PH
• Iron
• Hardness

2. Radon

• Test if you’ve never tested
• Test every 5 years if radon is low
• Test every 2 years if radon is high
• Consider a permanent radon monitor
• Always test in daylight basements

3. GFCI outlets

• GFCI’s in all wet areas.
• Island GFCI code change

4. Overhead Electrical Clearances

• Especially if you live in the city

5. Smoke Alarms & CO’s

• Be sure to replace every ten years

6. Sump Pumps

• Needs check valve
• Consider battery backup
• NEVER drain into public sewer line

7. Sewer Drains

• consider a sewer scope if your drain line is older

8. 220 Dryer hookups

• Code changed in 1990

8. Kick out flashing

• Simple but often overlooked item

9. Anti-tip bracket

• Safety first

10. Electric panel access clearance