Bonfe Inspection Checklist
Welcome to the Bonfe Membership Plan!
In addition to a 15% discount and two 40-point HVAC inspections, your plan includes a full safety inspection of one of the following systems of your choice:
Plumbing
Inspection
Water Heater
- Visual inspection of unit
- Shut Off Valve (proper operation, detectable leaks,
rust/corrosion) - Drain Valve (proper operation, detectable leaks, rust/corrosion)
- Temperature & Pressure (T&P) Valve (proper operation,
visual evidence of temperature and pressure going off) - Burner Assembly (clean, proper operation, steady flame)
- Gas Shutoff (up to code, proper operation, detectable leaks)
- Venting (proper pitch, up to code, rust/corrosion), back
drafting) - Combustion Air (adequate volume)
- Shut Off Valve (proper operation, detectable leaks,
Sump Pump
- Visual inspection of unit
- Pit is free of rocks and debris
- Pump (test float, proper operation)
- Discharge Piping (properly secured, exiting the house)
- Check Valve (proper operation)
- Cover (proper fit)
- Back Up System (test, proper function)
Water Supply
- Emergency Shutoffs (proper function)
- Insulation Quality
- Pressure Reducing Valve (proper function, water pressure is up to code)
Drains
- Proper Flow
- Shut Off Valve (proper operation, detectable leaks, rust/corrosion)
- Back Water Valves (proper operation)
- Clean Outs
Laundry Room
- Faucet (properly secured)
- Emergency Shutoffs (proper function)
- Drain flow
- Trap and tubular (detectable leaks)
- Water Supplies (detectable leaks, rust/corrosion)
- Dryer (gas supply, detectable leaks)
- Proper ventilation
- Visual check of outdoor termination point
Kitchen
- Dishwasher Drain (proper function, up to code)
- Garbage Disposal (proper operation, detectable leaks, rust/corrosion)
- Emergency Shutoffs (proper function)
- Ice Maker (check water line, check shut off)
- Instant Hot (proper operation, detectable leaks, rust/corrosion)
- Dishwasher Supply Line (proper operation, detectable leaks,
rust/corrosion) - Trap and Tubular (detectable leaks)
Bathrooms(s)
- Toilet (proper draining, proper flushing)
- Sink (proper draining, faucet integrity & operation)
- Tub and Shower (proper draining, faucet integrity & operation,
shower head flow) - Diverter Assembly (proper function)
- Caulking (cracking)
- Trap and Tubular (detectable leaks)
- Emergency Shutoffs (proper function)
- Pop Up Assembly (proper operation, detectable leaks)
Wet Bar
- Sink (proper draining)
- Faucet (steady flow)
Outdoor Spigots
- Shut Off Operation (proper operation, detectable leaks, rust/corrosion)
- Vacuum Breaker (burst pipes, detectable leaks, visual assessment)
- Sealed and Anchored
- Drainable Shut Of
Water Meter
- Meter is running
- Detectable leaks
- Ball Valve
- First main house shut off
- Second main house shut of
Drain & Sewer
Inspection
Gas
- Water Heater (check for leaks with gas sniffer, pipe tie-in to the water heater)
- Gas Meter (check for leaks with gas sniffer)
- Furnace (check for leaks with gas sniffer, pipe tie-in to the furnace)
- Gas Dryer (check connection point)
- Check for leaks on exposed/visible gas lines
Drain and Pipe
- Run water in every bathroom
- Shower drainage
- Sink drainage
- Tub drainage
- Ease of turning faucets on/of
- Dripping faucets
- Detectable P-trap leaks under sink
- Toilet (visually assess flapper)
- Floor Drains/ Laundry Area (test drains with pouring water, check laundry sink drainage, detectable leaks)
Stack
- Visual check for leaks
Kitchen
- Dishwasher (detectable leaks, check tie-in to P-Trap)
- Garbage Disposal (age of disposal, detectable leaks, rust/corrosion)
Electrical
Inspection
Panel
- Brand of panel
- Age of panel
- Visual inspection of main electrical panel
- Breakers (rust/corrosion, wires secured, no loose parts, no signs of overheating, appropriate load on each breaker, correct wire size, general condition of wiring)
- Bus Bar (rust/corrosion, discoloration/signs of overheating)
- Insulation
- Visual check for continuous ground(s)
- Securely connected at both ends
- Compliant with National Electrical Code
- Surge protection
- Document the service size and load needs for the home
Exterior
- Visual inspection of outdoor receptacles (proper function, proper grounding, proper wire connection, proper wire sizing, proper GFCI function, protection from the elements meets code)
- Visual inspection of electrical mast (rust/corrosion, mast integrity, visibly loose wires, secure connection to interior panel, secure pipe to interior panel)
- Visual inspection of electrical meter (rust/corrosion)
- Visual inspection of overhead wires (signs of damage, visible strain, proximity to trees/house are clear to code)
Interior
- All rooms:
- Check for compatibility of fixtures and lightbulbs
- Check for flickering lights
- Check for proper function of GFCI
- Check receptacles and light switches for:
- Proper function
- Proper grounding
- Proper wire connection
- Proper wire sizing
- Visual inspection of carbon monoxide detectors*
- Visual inspection of smoke detectors*
- Check for smooth and quiet operation of bathroom and kitchen exhaust fans
- Visual inspection of garbage disposal wire connection
Mechanical Equipment
- Air conditioner (wiring, breaker, disconnect condition)
- Visual inspection of exterior condenser disconnect (rust/corrosion, loose wires, properly installed conduit)
- Visual inspection of furnace/boiler (proper wiring, breaker condition, test GFI)
- Electric Water Heater (wiring, breaker condition, proper grounding of main water valve)
Backup Generator
- Brand
- Amps of transfer switch
- Last known operation
- Proper installation
- Wiring condition
NOTE: Bonfe does NOT move furniture. Customers are responsible for moving any furniture necessary for technicians to access receptacles.
*Customer is responsible for replacing batteries.
Already Included In Your Plan:
Heating
Tune-Up
- Check and Clean Burners
- Lubricate Motor
- Clean Pilot
- Check Thermostat
- Inspect Flue Pipes
- Check Draft
- Inspect Heat Exchanger
- Check Filter
- Check Safety Limit Switch
- Check Pilot Safety
- Check Roll Out Safety Switch
- Check Pressure Switches
- Check Gas Pressure
- Check Furnace Performance
- Test for Carbon Monoxide
- Check Humidifier
- Check Water Heater Drafting, Ignition Systems, Burners and Test for Carbon Monoxide
Cooling
Tune-Up
- Lubricate Blower & Bearings
- Check Fan Speed
- Turn Off Humidifier/Close Damper
- Check Condensate Drain
- Check Blower Rotation
- Check Amp Draw of Motor
- Check Thermostat
- Check & Clean Condenser
- Check Operating Pressure
- Check Suction Line Temp
- Check Refrigerant Charge
- Check All Safety Controls
- Check Contactors & Relays
- Start & Run High Voltage Storage
- Check All Wiring Connections
- Check Compressor
- Check Condenser Fan Motor
- Check Temp Drop Across Coil
- Inspect Air to Air Exchanger Intake, Filter, Motor Operation and Set Dial to Correct Setting
- Test Water for Hardness Levels and Softener for Proper Salt Levels
- Check batteries of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors*
*At a height of no more than 7 ft.; customer must supply ladder if needed.
- Discount on any recommended repairs for plumbing, electric or drains
- Regular repair rates for after hours emergency calls
- Convenient, Priority Service
*Note: Regular maintenance and tune-ups are required on all Bonfe-installed equipment to keep their Lifetime Warranty.