Laundry Inspection
Laundry inspection covers hookups, ventilation, drain, GFCI, and any moisture damage. Laundry rooms are second only to bathrooms for hidden water damage.
Laundry inspection covers hookups, ventilation, drain, GFCI, and any moisture damage. Laundry rooms are second only to bathrooms for hidden water damage.
What we check on every laundry inspection
- ✓Washer hookup hot/cold supply
- ✓Washer drain standpipe or laundry sink connection
- ✓Dryer vent material (rigid metal preferred over flexible)
- ✓Dryer vent termination outside, with flap
- ✓GFCI on outlets
- ✓Floor condition under washer
- ✓Evidence of past washer overflows
Common defects we find
- Plastic flexible dryer vent (fire hazard)
- Dryer venting into crawlspace or attic instead of exterior
- Missing GFCI on outlet
- Failed standpipe causing washer overflow
- Original 60-amp electrical service inadequate for modern dryer
- Soft floor under washer from past overflow
Southern Minnesota considerations
Older southern-MN laundry rooms in basements often have inadequate venting and original electrical that was never upgraded for modern washer/dryer combos.
Common questions
Do you test the washer and dryer?
No — testing washer and dryer requires running a full cycle, which is not practical during inspection. We confirm hookups are present and properly connected.
Why is dryer venting important?
Lint buildup in dryer vents is a leading cause of house fires. Plastic flexible vents melt and trap lint. Rigid metal vents with proper exterior termination are the standard.
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