Pilot light off, no operation: The pilot light is off, which prevents system operation and limits the inspection.
Underground tanks not visible, limited inspection: Underground gas and fuel oil storage tanks are largely or entirely not visible. Therefore, the inspection is limited.
Near/at end useful life, budget for replacement: The fuel tank is near or at the end of its useful life. We recommend establishing a budget to replace the fuel tank.
Past end useful life, budget for replacement: The fuel tank is past the end of its useful life. We recommend establishing a budget to replace the fuel tank.
Copper fuel oil lines under flooring, common in older buildings, not permitted by current standards, possible environmental concerns, install oil safety valve: There are copper fuel oil lines under the flooring, which is common in older buildings but is not permitted per current industry standards. Copper fuel lines can interact with concrete and cause corrosion, deterioration, and leakage under the floor. Environmental concerns and costly clean-ups are possible. Install an oil safety valve as close as possible to the oil supply tank, which would help to prevent oil leaks from deteriorated lines under the floor. The valve requires a vacuum on the outlet side in order to open and allow the oil to flow, i.e., when the heating system’s burner is off, there is no vacuum and the oil flow is stopped.