Sec. 197-5.14. Fireplaces

(a) Home inspectors shall:

(1) observe and report on visible and accessible system components;

(2) observe and report on visible and accessible chimneys and vents;

(3) observe and report on chimney caps;

(4) observe and report on fireplaces and solid fuel burning appliances;

(5) observe and report on chimneys;

(6) observe, operate and report on accessible fireplace dampers.

(b) Home inspectors are not required to:

(1) observe and report on the interiors of flues or chimneys;

(2) observe and report on fire screens and doors;

(3) observe and report on automatic fuel feed devices;

(4) observe and report on mantles and fireplace surrounds;

(5) observe and report on combustion make-up air devices;

(6) observe and report on heat distribution assists;

(7) ignite or extinguish fires;

(8) determine draft characteristics;

(9) move fireplace inserts and stoves or firebox contents.