A98
MOTEL 6 #1494
131 RED ROOF DR, Charlotte, NC 28217
Lodging · NC permit/State ID 2060200449
Latest gradeA (98)
Last inspectedJul 30, 2025
Inspections on record12
On record sinceDec 19, 2013
Score history
Dec 19, 2013Higher is betterJul 30, 2025
Inspections & violations
Jul 30, 2025 A 98 · 2 violations
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed dust buildup in a/c filters in rooms 303 and 217. Observed wood board at base of tub peeling/cracking away from wall in rooms 303, 211, and 119. Observed cracked shower tiles in room 119. Repair.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −2
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. Observed holes in blanket on bed in room 211. Repair/replace.
Aug 22, 2024 A 98 · 2 violations
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed rusted/peeling microwaves in rooms 316, 215, and 229. Observed damaged/cracked shelves in mini fridges in rooms 316 and 115.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −2
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. Observed holes in comforters in rooms 302 and 229. REPEAT - Points not escalated due to improvements from previous inspection.
Dec 19, 2023 A 96.5 · 4 violations
#18 · Cooking surfaces of equipment and nonfood-contact surfaces clean −0.5
Repeat: Observed microwaves in need of cleaning in rooms. Observed several freezers and back of refrigerators in need of defrosting throughout so they can be properly cleaned.
**15A NCAC 18A .1824(e ) Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be clean.
#20 · Thermometer provided; test strips provided −1
15ANCAC 18A. 1824(k) A test kit or other device that measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided by the lodging establishment. Observed expired test kits in the facility during inspection. CDI. PIC ordered one.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed build up on vents in the rooms. Needs to be cleaned.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −2
Repeat: Observed holes in bedding in rooms 222, 314 . Needs to be replaced.
Observed stains on pillow encasement in the majority of the rooms inspected.
Observed debris, hair on the bedding and/or mattress cover in several rooms.
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest.
Jun 20, 2023 A 97.5 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
The facility has been going through renovations. Rooms fixtures and furniture are new. Still in the process of changing out the microwave and refrigerator.
Ms. Stephanie Present during inspection
#14 · Equipment, food and non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
15A NCAC 18A .1824(b) Equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed rusted microwave in room 321, 233, 127. Damaged/rusted shelving refrigerator in room 233, 204, 127, 321. Need repair or replace and keep in good repair.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed caulking needed to fill in a cap between bathtub and floor/wall in bathroom 301, 127.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed loosely/drooping exterior ceiling around building 3 rd floor. Need repair and keep in good condition. PIC stated that they are having someone to come and repair that issue. Observed damaged wall being patched need final touch up in room 204.
#35 · Storage areas provided for maintenance equipment; stored to avoid contamination of food and food contact surfaces −1.5
15A NCAC 18A .1827(g) A storage area shall be provided for building and ground maintenance tools and supplies and stored in a manner to aoid contamination of food and food contact surfaces, linen, and single-use articles. Observed boxes of pillows, linens, single used articles in storage room second floor stored directly on the floor. Keep items above the floor to prevent contamination.
Jun 1, 2022 A 91.5 · 4 violations
#17 · Food-contact surfaces cleaned and sanitized; sanitizer maintained as required −1.5
4-603.14* Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be effectively washed to remove or completely loosen soils by using the manual or mechanical means necessary. Observed guest ice machine chute in need of cleaning.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −2
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (c) Sinks, vanities, toilets, and showers in guest rooms shall be cleaned and sanitized between guests. Observed several vanities and toilet seats in need of recleaning. Observed several toilet seats stained . Observed improvement through remodeling so point taken back to half credit . Some rooms still in need of remodeling.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −4
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed staining on ceilings of several restrooms/shower area. Observed ac vents in need of cleaning in several rooms.
#33 · Garbage and refuse disposal; facilities maintained −1
5-501.114 Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place. Observed drain plug missing on dumpster at rear of parking lot.
Jun 30, 2020 B 84 · 8 violations
#14 · Equipment, food and non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −0.5
Repeat: Observed refrigerators with holes in the doors, torn gaskets, and/or rusted shelves in multiple rooms.
15A NCAC 18A .1824(b) Equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#17 · Food-contact surfaces cleaned and sanitized; sanitizer maintained as required −1.5
Observed sanitizer on only one of the housekeeping carts. Provide for all.
15A NCAC 18A .1827(e ) Chemical sanitizers and other chemical antimicrobials applied to food-contact surfaces shall meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180.940.
#18 · Cooking surfaces of equipment and nonfood-contact surfaces clean −1
Repeat: Observed microwaves in need of cleaning in rooms. Observed several freezers and back of refrigerators in need of defrosting throughout so they can be properly cleaned.
**15A NCAC 18A .1824(e ) Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be clean.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −4
Repeat: Observed cracks and/or stains on several lamp shades in rooms. Replace.
Observed damage to the bottom of several tv stands/dressers.
Observed rips in the chair in rooms 121.
Observed holes in pillows in room 236.
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −4
Repeat: Observed holes in the restroom door and bedroom wall in room 312.
Observed paint peeling on the restroom walls and in the tubs in several rooms inspected.
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −4
Repeat: Observed holes in bedding in all rooms inspected.
Observed stains on the mattress encasement in the majority of the rooms inspected.
Observed debris on the bedding and/or mattress cover in several rooms.
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest.
#33 · Garbage and refuse disposal; facilities maintained −1
Repeat: Observed the lid on the dumpster off. Provide. Observed the door of the dumpster open. Keep closed.
5-501.113 (B) Maintain tight fitting lids or doors on outside receptacles.
#37 · Household cleaning agents, medicines, and sanitizers properly stored and handled
No Points Deducted: Observed chemicals stored in different bottles. Store all chemicals in their correct bottles.
15A NCAC 18A .1827( c) Household cleaning agents such as bleaches, detergents, and polishes shall be used and stored according to manufacturer's recommendations.
Report emailed to: patel.varun@gmail.com & motel6charlotte@gmail.com
Apr 23, 2019 B 87.5 · 10 violations
#14 · Equipment, food and non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
Observed freezers to be damaged in rooms 207 and 232 and refrigerator damaged in room 119 where the foam is exposed. Observed refrigerators in several rooms with rusting shelving in need of resurfacing or replacing.
**15A NCAC 18A .1824(b) Equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#18 · Cooking surfaces of equipment and nonfood-contact surfaces clean −0.5
Observed cleaning needed in refrigerators of rooms 304, 207, 232, and 117. Observed gaskets in need of cleaning in rooms 304, 318, 207, 232, 238, and 117. Observed microwaves in need of cleaning in rooms 318, 207, 232,119, and 117. Observed several freezers in need of defrosting throughout so they can be properly cleaned.
**15A NCAC 18A .1824(e ) Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be clean.
#21 · Handwashing sinks supplied and accessible; toilet tissue supplied
Observed no paper towels present at laundry room designated hand washing sink. Provide at all times. EHS reminded manager to ensure staff is properly trained to wash hands after handling soiled linen and before moving to clean linen.
**15A NCAC 18A .1825 (c ) A hand washing sink, located to allow use by employees handling clean and soiled linen, shall be provided. This requirement shall be effective one year after the effective date of this Rule.
**15A NCAC 18A .1826(a) Hand washing sinks as required in Rule .1825 in this section shall be supplied with hand soap, and either individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −4
Repeat Observed growth on mattress in room 304, large hole in side on mattress in room 304, soiled and stained mattress in 318, stained mattress in 238, and stained mattress in 232. Observed stained pillows in rooms 304, 338, 207, 238, and 119. Observed furniture throughout all rooms inspected with laminate peeling off, exposing raw wood. Observed re-caulking needed on restroom vanities in rooms 304, 318, 238, 117,131,119, and 232. Observed lamp shades in several rooms with holes and in need of cleaning. Observed tub peeling in room 207. Observed cleaning needed on the base of the toilets in rooms 207, 131, and 318. Observed broken chair in room 238. Observed cleaning needed and stains on chairs in rooms. Observed window curtains with staining in 131 and 207. Observed stained vanity and dresser in room 335. **15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −2
Repeat Observed cleaning needed on storage closet floors throughout levels and on guest laundry floor. Observed ceiling peeling in 207, 232, and 131. Observed wall damage next to tub in rooms 304, 338, 131, and next to toilet in 232. Observed cleaning needed on walls and doors in room 119, 232 and 238. Observed floor damaged in bathroom of 238. Observed rusting along exterior metal of 1st floor. Observed growth on the ceiling in restroom of 119. Observed loose board detaching from bathroom wall with nail exposed in 335.
**15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#28 · Insects and rodents present; live animals prohibited from food preparation, storage, sales, display, or dining −2
Repeat Observed spider in the bed of 318, roaches in the toilet of 232, and roach on the wall in 238. Observed multiple wasps forming nests on ceiling of exterior walk ways.
**15A NCAC 18A .1826 (i) Maintain premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −4
Repeat Observed holes in sheets of 304, holes in bedspreads of 318, 232, 238, 117, and hole in blanket of 207. Observed ripped mattress pad with holes in 304, 207, and 117. Observed debris left on the mattress pads of several rooms, EHS suggested having house keepers sweep out debris before making up beds. Observed stained sheets in rooms 207 and 238.
**15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest.
#31 · Linen properly handled and stored
Observed cleaning and touch-up paint needed on clean linen and clean supply storage shelving of laundry room.
**15A NCAC 18A .1828 ( c) Cabinets, shelves, and storage rooms shall be in good repair and kept clean.
#32 · Items on housekeeping carts arranged to prevent cross contamination; housekeeping carts clean, items protected from contamination
Observed personal drink being stored with clean linen and personal food being stored on top of clean supplies on house keeping cart of 3rd floor. Observed purse being stored with clean linen on house keeping cart of 2nd floor.
**15A NCAC 18A .1828 (d) Items on housekeeping carts shall be arranged in a manner to prevent cross-contamination between soiled and cleaned items.
#33 · Garbage and refuse disposal; facilities maintained
Observed dumpster doors and lid left open. EHS advised checking dumpster after trash pick-up to ensure door and lids are shut.
**5-501.15 Maintain refuse, recyclables, and returnables receptacles with tight-fitting lids, doors, or covers.
Jun 26, 2018 A 94 · 4 violations
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −2
Observed vent cover with dust build up in room 340. Observed torn curtains in room 340. Observed shower rod cover damaged in room 339. Observed soap holder in tub cracked and heavy accumulation of build up in room 118. Needs to be repaired.
**15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −2
Observed wall damage in rooms 340 and 339. Observed ceiling peeling over the tub and grout needed around base of tub in room 202. Needs to be repaired.
**15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#28 · Insects and rodents present; live animals prohibited from food preparation, storage, sales, display, or dining
Observed one roach in the dreesser in room 118. Pest management was on site upon arrival of inspection.
**15A NCAC 18A .1826 (i) Maintain premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −2
Observed burn holes in covers in rooms 340 and 339. Ensure that once linen is damaged, it is replaced.
**15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest.
Oct 26, 2016 B 87 · 6 violations
#8 · Lavatory and vanity sanitized, testing method available and used −1
Observed no sanitizer on the carts. Provide and use per the rule below.
After cleaning the lavatory, faucet, and vanity, a sanitizer shall be applied to the lavatory and vanity using a method such as a wipe-on chemically-treated disposable sanitizing towel or equivalent. The sanitizer shall be left to air dry. 15A NCAC 18A .1809 (b).
#10 · Floors, walls and ceilings cleanable, clean and in good repair −1
Repeat: Observed residue and stains on the walls in 315, 328, and 220.
Observed laminate floor damage in room 313.
Observed the base of the tub area damaged, the restroom door damaged, and the restroom door along with the restroom ceiling with brown residue (able to be wiped off) in room 220.
Observed the paint peeling on the walls and/or wall damage in several rooms.
Floors, walls, and ceilings located in lavatories and baths shall be cleanable, durable, and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1809 (c).
#23 · Window coverings clean and in good repair −1
Repeat: Observed the window drapes soiled in several rooms that were inspected.
Window coverings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (b).
#25 · Sheets, pillowcases, blankets and bed spreads clean and in good repair −4
Repeat: Observed holes and or stains on the blankets and mattress covers in several room inspected.
Bed linens, including sheets, pillow cases, blankets and bedspreads, shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (c).
#27 · Furniture, fixtures and accessories clean and in good repair −4
Repeats: Observed rusted out microwaves (Inside), refrigerator gaskets with residue, soiled refrigerator shelves, damaged computer chairs, damaged desks, hair on furniture and inside a refrigerator, dead roaches in dresser drawers, and damage to the freezer door/shelf (inside) in multiple rooms inspected.
Furniture, fixtures, carpets and other accessories shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (d).
#33 · Garbage containers covered, kept clean, facilities for cleaning −2
Repeat: Observed the dumpster lids open. Keep closed.
All garbage and trash shall be collected and stored in covered containers in such a manner as not to create a nuisance. 15A NCAC 18A .1814 (a).
Aug 10, 2015 A 92 · details not yet loaded
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Oct 30, 2014 A 90.5 · details not yet loaded
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Dec 19, 2013 A 92 · details not yet loaded
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “MOTEL 6 #1494” or State ID 2060200449). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.