San Francisco · Review
San Francisco · review
A walk-through by system and room, with an observation field and a place to mark what needs a professional. Civil Code §1941.1 and the SF Housing Code are the reference. Not a certified inspection; DBI inspectors and notices of violation are the official route.
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Weatherproofing and structure
3Roof, walls and windows weather-tight
Not marked
Floors, stairs, railings and exterior decks sound (Housing Code §604; check applicability)
Not marked
Soft-story retrofit compliance where applicable
Not marked
Heating, plumbing and hot water
3Heating capable of 70°F in habitable rooms; hotels have separate 68°F and 13-hour requirements (Housing Code §701)
Not marked
Hot and cold running water at every fixture; water heater properly secured
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Plumbing and sewage in working order
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Electrical and gas
2Outlets, switches and fixtures: record visible faults or exposed wiring for a professional
Not marked
Gas appliances and lines: qualified inspection records; report odours without testing the system yourself
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Fire and life safety
3Smoke and CO alarms installed and maintained where required
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Exits clear; doors open from inside without a key; fire escapes accessible
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Fire extinguishers / sprinklers appropriate for building type; verify with DBI
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Sanitation, pests and mold
3No evidence of rodents or insects; entry points sealed
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No dampness or visible mold
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Garbage receptacles adequate; common areas clean
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Locks, security and lead
2Deadbolts and window locks per Civil Code §1941.3
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Pre-1978: paint condition recorded; lead-safe practices for covered work
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