Trusted Home Inspectors in Arlington, TX

Question is not clear. Some gas shut off valves are safety or emergency shut off devices and some are not. As the type of valve in question is not defined, no answer can be provided.

Section 535.231(a)(2)(E)(ix) requires inspectors to report deficiencies in the condition of the gas distribution system. Section 535.231(a)(3)(D)(iii) does not require inspectors to inspect inaccessible gas supply system components for leaks. Section 535.231(a)(3)(A) states that inspectors are not required to operate any main, branch, or shut-off valves.

Inspectors are not required to inspect anything buried, hidden, latent, or concealed. Accordingly, the requirement that inspectors report deficiencies in installed gutter and downspout systems applies only to visible deficiencies in above-ground gutter and downspout systems and not to underground drain piping, cisterns, or other buried components. Furthermore, there is no requirement that inspectors test gutters or downspouts (by pouring water into them or through other means).

Inspectors are not required to determine utility sources or to research codes and ordinances related to this issue. As copper gas line material is only a concern in areas where there may be corrosive additives in the gas supply, the presence of copper gas line material is not required to be reported as deficient.

At a minimum, bathrooms and water closets that that do not have an operative window must be reported as deficient if they lack an exhaust fan that vents to outside air.