I never inspect winterized properties. Those who winterized it can de-winterize it before my inspection or I will not do it. I simply cannot afford to spend the extra time turning everything on, lighting pilots, etc. I cannot charge extra - the market will not bear it.

And, did I mention that I skirt liability issues like the plague? Richard's well-written hold harmless notwithstanding, I prefer not to roll the dice by being the guy who floods the house. If a valve is turned off it is always for a reason. That reason is not always the one you assume it to be.

Aaron