These image galleries contain photos taken while performing our inspections. They show examples of why you should have a ProSpec Home Inspection performed.
Heating
40 year old oversized cast iron boiler
is beyond its expected service life
and shows signs of leaking.
Efficient multi-zone hydronic heating
system connected to 50 gal. indirect
domestic hot water heating tank (relies
on electrical power for DHW production).
Steam pipe insulation containing asbestos
can become friable if disturbed. Suggest
removal of exposed asbestos insulation in
accordance with EPA standards and
replace with fiberglass type insulation.
Tankless domestic hot water heater
integral to boiler is adequate for
3-4 person home in the absence
of a DHW storage vessel.
Efficient condensing type forced air
furnace with integral refrigerant
cooling coil. Suggest maintenance
of in-duct humidifier for the hot
air heating system.
Efficient condensing type boiler with hydronic
radiant floor heating system operate at lower
supply temperatures to provide comfort
heating through the flooring.
Dual gas-fired tankless/instantaneous
domestic hot water heaters are highly
efficient and compact. The dual units are
more practical for the larger home.
Boiler and HW heater flue piping
severely corroded causing a
hazardous carbon monoxide
condition. Recommend
immediate repair.