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KERR HOMES

10025 NORTHWOODS FOREST DR, Charlotte, NC 28214
Residential Care · NC permit/State ID 2060431838
Latest result1 demerits
Last inspectedAug 26, 2026
Inspections on record13
On record sinceDec 20, 2013

This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).

Score history

0510 Dec 20, 2013: 3Oct 9, 2014: 9Oct 15, 2015: 10Dec 6, 2016: 5Nov 2, 2017: 7Nov 9, 2018: 3Feb 18, 2020: 5Jun 14, 2021: 10Oct 5, 2022: 2Oct 31, 2023: 6Oct 15, 2024: 2Oct 23, 2025: 4Aug 26, 2026: 1
Dec 20, 2013Lower is betterAug 26, 2026

Inspections & violations

Aug 26, 2026 1 demerits · 1 violation
#4 · Walls, ceilings, and attachments in good repair −1
Observed hole in closet door in first bedroom on right, **15A NCAC 18A .1608 (b) Wall and ceiling attachments, such as light fixtures, fans, and vent covers, shall be kept in good repair. Observed hole in closet door in first bedroom on right, **15A NCAC 18A .1608 (b) Wall and ceiling attachments, such as light fixtures, fans, and vent covers, shall be kept in good repair.

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Oct 23, 2025 4 demerits · 3 violations
#4 · Walls, ceilings, and attachments in good repair −1
Observed hole in closet door in first bedroom on right, **15A NCAC 18A .1608 (b) Wall and ceiling attachments, such as light fixtures, fans, and vent covers, shall be kept in good repair.
#8 · Facilities clean and in good repair
Cabinet face beginning to peel. **15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a) Residential care facilities shall provide toilet, handwashing, and bathing facilities that are available for use by residents and employees that are kept clean and in good repair.
#28 · Utensils/equipment (except holding equipment) in good repair −3
Observed interior of microwave rusted. **15A NCAC 18A .1618 (a) All food service equipment and utensils shall be kept in good repair.

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Oct 15, 2024 2 demerits · 3 violations
#23 · Furnishings in good repair −2
15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a) Furnishings, including furniture, curtains, draperies, and blinds, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Mattresses shall be kept clean, dry, and in good repair. Observed cabinets in master bathroom has laminate peeling. Needs repair.
#42 · Proper use of restriction, exclusion, and reporting
15A NCAC 18A .1621 (c) Residential care facility employees shall comply with the requirements for exclusion from work and restriction due to communicable disease or illness required for food employees as set forth in Parts 2-201.12 and 2-201.13 of the Food Code incorporated by reference at 15A NCAC 18A .2650 as amended by 15A NCAC 18A .2652. EHS observed facility does not have an Employee Health Policy. EHS emailed a copy
#43 · Vomitus and diarrheal clean up supplies; written plan available
15A NCAC 18A .1621 (d) The residential care facility shall have gloves, personal protective equipment, disinfectant, individual disposable towels, and a coagulating agent on-site for employees to use and a written procedure for employees to follow when responding to vomitus or fecal matter on facility surfaces. The procedure shall specify the actions that employees shall take to minimize the exposure of employees, residents, guests, food, and additional surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. EHS observed facility does not have a vomit and diarrhea cleaning plan. EHS emailed a copy

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Oct 31, 2023 6 demerits · 2 violations
#3 · FOOD SUPPLIES PROTECTION: All food clean, wholesome, no spoilage 6 (.1619) Adequate during storage/preparation/serving, potentially hazardous food 45° or 140°F above 5; refrigerators with temps 2; meat products cooked; meat products handled as required, no re-serving food 4; food stored above floor protected 2; No animals 4 (.1620) −5
All foods, while being stored, prepared, served, and during transportation, shall be protected from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .1620 (a). Observed boxes of individual wrapped snacks stored on the floor in the garage. Needs to be stored off the floor.
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −1
The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608. Observed broken window in shared bathroom. Needs repair.

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Oct 5, 2022 2 demerits · 1 violation
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −2
Each resident will be provided soap and individual towels. These towels will be stored separately after being used. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (b). Observed no hand drying device (paper towels, towels etc) in bathrooms throughout.

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Jun 14, 2021 10 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Observed frozen milk sitting in sink thawing. TCS foods shall be thawed: (A) Under refrigeration that maintains the FOOD temperature at 5oC (41oF) or less, or at 7°C (45°F) or less as specified under Subparagraph 3-501.16(A)(2)(b). (B) Completely submerged under running water: (1) At a water temperature of 21°C (70°F) or below, (2) With sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow, Advised PIC per Food Code guidance to place in refrigerator or under cold running water. CDI, PIC placed milk in refrigerator. Replace missing cover on lighting in bedroom on the left and main bathroom. Overall observed home in need of deep cleaning throughout.
#4 · FOOD SERVICE UTENSILS/EQUIPMENT: Utensils/Equipment in good repair, clean 4; eating and drinking utensils clean, cleaned after each use; approved facilities 4; clean utensils properly stored 2; substances containing poisonous material not used 6; disposable properly stored/handled, used once 2 (.1618) −2
Observed sticky residue on kitchen cabinets and dust and debris on dishwasher door when opened. Handle on over missing. Non-food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at such intervals as to keep them in a clean and sanitary condition. 15A NCAC 18A .1618 (c ).
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −2
Replace non fitting toilet lid with proper fitting lid in middle bedroom's bathroom. Adjust offline bathroom cabinet door so that it will shut securely when closed in middle bedroom's bathroom. Observed water damage in window sill in main bathroom.Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a).
#9 · BEDS: LINEN: FURNITURE: All furniture, mattresses, linen, drapes, blinds and similar items in good repair and clean 2; bed linen changed as required 2; clean and soiled linens properly stored and handled 2 (.1617) −2
Observed sunken and damaged (cracked/peeling) sofa in common area. Observed chair in common area in need of deep cleaning, sunken arm rest and badly worn. Observed sunken mattress in bedroom on the right. Observed damage to top dresser drawer in bedroom on the right. Observed dirty pillow case on pillow in bedroom on the left. Chair seating in the dining room needs deep cleaning. Dining room table top needs to be refinished or replaced. All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a).
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −2
Observed damaged wood laminate flooring in dining room. Observed dingy/dirty rug in common area. Sweep debris out of the corners of the common area. Observed gap in wood laminate flooring in hall. Floor also appeared to be weak when pressing foot on the gapped area. Laminate flooring in main bathroom bulking up, needs to be glued down. Flooring throughout needs to be repaired. All floors shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1607.
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −2
Observed a hole in the wall behind the TV in the common area and behind the front door. Observed white substance on wall in kitchen. Replace broken light switch cover at the front door. Observed peeling popcorn ceiling in bathroom shower located in middle bedroom. The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608.

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Feb 18, 2020 5 demerits · 3 violations
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −2
Observed loose toilet seat in the bathroom within room 2. Needs to be tightened. **Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a).
#9 · BEDS: LINEN: FURNITURE: All furniture, mattresses, linen, drapes, blinds and similar items in good repair and clean 2; bed linen changed as required 2; clean and soiled linens properly stored and handled 2 (.1617) −2
Observed loose cabinet doors in the bathroom within room 2. Needs to be tightened. **All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a). Observed torn pillow case in room 1. **Clean bed linen in good repair shall be provided for each resident and shall be changed when soiled. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (b).
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −1
Observed wall near shower head in the hallway bathroom in need of painting. **The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608.

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Nov 9, 2018 3 demerits · 2 violations
#9 · BEDS: LINEN: FURNITURE: All furniture, mattresses, linen, drapes, blinds and similar items in good repair and clean 2; bed linen changed as required 2; clean and soiled linens properly stored and handled 2 (.1617) −2
Observed white powder between mattresses in bedroom on left side. All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a).
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −1
Observed wall damage and paint peeling in big bathroom and small bathroom above shower. Observed wall damage near window in bedroom on left side.

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Nov 2, 2017 7 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: #1. Provide back flow prevention device on shower wand/hose in bathroom or provide a shower wand/hose with a shorter hose to prevent shower wand from extending below flood rim of bathtub. Install hose bib back flow prevention device on hose bib located at front of house.**No backflow connections or cross connections with unapproved supplies shall exist. 15A NCAC 18A .1611 (c ). #9. Secure base cushion to dining room table chair.****All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a).
#3 · FOOD SUPPLIES PROTECTION: All food clean, wholesome, no spoilage 6 (.1619) Adequate during storage/preparation/serving, potentially hazardous food 45° or 140°F above 5; refrigerators with temps 2; meat products cooked; meat products handled as required, no re-serving food 4; food stored above floor protected 2; No animals 4 (.1620) −2
Store raw meat and raw egg products below and away from other food products. Store opened packages of dry food products in sealable container labeled and kept clean. Observed raw hamburger and raw eggs stored above other food products in refrigeration unit. Observed opened bag of sugar in kitchen cabinet. All foods, while being stored, prepared, served, and during transportation, shall be protected from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .1620 (a).
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −2
Tighten loose toilet seat in bathroom. Toilet, hand washing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a).
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −1
Repair flooring near exit door in dining room area. Repair flooring beside kitchen refrigeration unit. Install quarter round shoe molding along edge of flooring in 1st bedroom on the left. General Comment: #12. Touch-up paint throughout facility where needed.
#14 · VERMIN CONTROL: PREMISES: Outside openings effectively screened or otherwise protected against entrance of flying insects, and flying insects absent 4; effective control of rodents and other vermin 4; approved pesticides properly used 4; premises neat, clean, drained and free of litter and vermin harborages and breeding areas 2 (.1615) −2
Repair gate entering into backyard and replace damaged boards on gate. Remove leaves and boards from backyard area. Repair fencing in backyard area. Clean out gutters. Remove from damaged tent from back yard. The premises shall be kept neat, clean, adequately drained, and free of litter and vermin harborage. 15A NCAC 18A .1615(a).

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Dec 6, 2016 5 demerits · 3 violations
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −2
Replace toilet seat which laminate/covering is coming off. Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a).
#9 · BEDS: LINEN: FURNITURE: All furniture, mattresses, linen, drapes, blinds and similar items in good repair and clean 2; bed linen changed as required 2; clean and soiled linens properly stored and handled 2 (.1617) −2
Replace couch in living room area with damaged pillow or replace damaged pillow to couch. All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a).
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −1
Repair flooring near/beside refrigeration unit in kitchen. Monitor and repair flooring in front of vanity in bathroom and repair if needed. Monitor water stain on ceiling in laundry room and repair any roof leaks if needed and repaint. Install quarter round shoe molding along edge of floor to eliminate gap along edge of flooring in first room on the left. All floors shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1607. General Coment: #12. Touch-up paint wall near window in first room on the left. Only inspected the first room on the right and first room on the left. The back corner bedroom was locked and was informed by staff that the one locked room is being used as an office. Last year (10/15/2016)inspected the back corner bed room and bathroom/shower in bed room. Clean leaves from gutter.Ms. Shairaz McCullen present at time of inspection.

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Oct 15, 2015 10 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: #3. Observed opened bag of cereal and cookies in kitchen area. Recommend storing opened packages of dry food products in sealable container, labeled and kept clean. **All foods, while being stored, prepared, served, and during transportation, shall be protected from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .1620 (a). #18. Clean base of shower in resident bathroom. **Toilet, hand washing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a). #10. Observed storage in garage area. Recommend removing items not being used. Remove broken refrigeration unit from garage or clean and keep clean at all times. Chris Morrison present at time of inspection.
#4 · FOOD SERVICE UTENSILS/EQUIPMENT: Utensils/Equipment in good repair, clean 4; eating and drinking utensils clean, cleaned after each use; approved facilities 4; clean utensils properly stored 2; substances containing poisonous material not used 6; disposable properly stored/handled, used once 2 (.1618) −6
Observed leaking plumbing fixture under two compartment sink in kitchen. Repair leak under sink. Observed loose hinge on cabinet door. Repair hinge on cabinet door. Observed hood over oven/stove not tightly secure. Tightly secure hood system. Clean base of drawer under oven. Observed cup shelving in cabinet area damaged. Observed laminate missing from base shelving in cabinet and particle wood flaking and breaking apart. Repair shelving in cabinet area. Wipe/clean utensil shelving in lower cabinet in kitchen.All containers and clean utensils shall be stored in a clean place. 15A NCAC 18A .1618 (f).All equipment and utensils shall be so constructed as to be easily cleaned and shall be kept in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1618 (a).
#9 · BEDS: LINEN: FURNITURE: All furniture, mattresses, linen, drapes, blinds and similar items in good repair and clean 2; bed linen changed as required 2; clean and soiled linens properly stored and handled 2 (.1617) −2
Clean window blinds in residents room. Clean chair or replace chair in resident room. Clean top of furniture and base of drawer in night stands and dressers in resident room. Tighten loose handles on furniture in residents rooms.All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a).
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −1
Repair floor in dining room area. Repair flooring in shared bathroom near hand washing sink. Provide transitional floor moulding near coat closet and at entrance to laundry room/area. Repair rug or replace rug in living room area.All floors shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1607.
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −1
Tightly secure wall paper in kitchen behind two compartment sink. Patch hole in wall in hallway area and repaint. Repaint wall where patch work has taken place. Patch small hole behind bathroom door and repaint. Provide door stopper behind bathroom door.The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608.

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Oct 9, 2014 9 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: 11. Observed wood floor near kitchen table damaged.All floors must be kept in good repair.Ms.Shiraz McCullen present during inspection.
#4 · FOOD SERVICE UTENSILS/EQUIPMENT: Utensils/Equipment in good repair, clean 4; eating and drinking utensils clean, cleaned after each use; approved facilities 4; clean utensils properly stored 2; substances containing poisonous material not used 6; disposable properly stored/handled, used once 2 (.1618) −4
Observed can opener blade rusting, damaged inside bowls (rough inside), and food debris collecting on serving spoon and rust on spatula stored as clean.All multi-use eating and drinking utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned after each usage, and the facilities needed for the operations of washing and rinsing shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .1618 (b).
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −2
Repeat non compliance: Observed toilet seat damaged in hall bathroom. Observed pitted faucet in hall bathroom. Observed kitchen sink handle not attached.Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a).
#9 · BEDS: LINEN: FURNITURE: All furniture, mattresses, linen, drapes, blinds and similar items in good repair and clean 2; bed linen changed as required 2; clean and soiled linens properly stored and handled 2 (.1617) −2
Observed mattress damaged in master bedroom, point of spring through hole in mattress.All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a).
#13 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Windows and fixtures in good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1609) −1
Observed master bathroom exhaust fan not functioning. Observed HVAC vent in master bathroom rusting.Ventilation equipment shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1609 (b).

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Dec 20, 2013 3 demerits · details not yet loaded

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