# COMAR Title 09 — Maryland Department of Labor

## Subtitle 36 — Commission of Real Estate Appraisers, Appraisal Management Companies, and Home Inspectors — Home Inspectors

### Chapter 07 — Minimum Standards of Practice

#### Regulation .09 Heating System.

*COMAR 09.36.07.09*

A. A home inspector shall visually inspect accessible:

  (1) Installed heating equipment;

  (2) Vent systems, flues, and chimneys; and

  (3) Heat Sources.

B. A home inspector shall describe:

  (1) The type of system;

  (2) Energy sources; and

  (3) Heating methods by distinguishing characteristics and means of distribution.

C. A home inspector shall operate the heating system using normal operating controls, including emergency or auxiliary modes, if applicable.

D. A home inspector is not required to:

  (1) Inspect:

    (a) Flue or chimney interiors that are not readily accessible;

    (b) Heat exchangers;

    (c) Humidifiers or dehumidifiers;

    (d) Electronic air filters; or

    (e) Solar space heating systems; or

  (2) Determine the adequacy of the heat system or the distribution balance.