Heating & Cooling (HVAC) System Inspection

As part of the home inspection, we perform a visual evaluation of the home’s accessible heating and cooling systems in accordance with the New Jersey Home Inspection Standards of Practice (NJAC 13:40-15).

What We Inspect

• Permanently installed heating equipment such as furnaces, boilers, heat pumps, and electric heating systems
• Central air conditioning systems and other permanently installed cooling equipment
• Distribution systems including ductwork, radiators, baseboards, and registers
• Visible venting and exhaust components where accessible
• Thermostat controls and normal system operation when conditions permit
• Observable safety concerns, improper installation, and material defects

Systems are operated using normal controls when safe and appropriate for seasonal conditions.

Important Limitations

The HVAC inspection is visual and non-invasive and does not include:

• Disassembly of equipment or internal component inspection
• Combustion analysis or efficiency testing
• Refrigerant pressure or leak testing
• Determining remaining service life
• Load calculations or code compliance evaluation
• Inspection of concealed components

If heating or cooling systems cannot be safely operated due to weather conditions, system shutdown, or safety concerns, this will be documented in the inspection report.

Our Goal

The purpose of the HVAC inspection is to identify visible defects, operational concerns, and safety issues so clients can make informed decisions and seek further evaluation when necessary.