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MS. PECOLA'S FAMILY DAY CARE
2822 LASALLE ST, Charlotte, NC 28216
Home Day Care · NC permit/State ID 2060921140
Latest result0 demerits
Last inspectedOct 8, 2026
Inspections on record14
On record sinceOct 1, 2013
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Oct 1, 2013Lower is betterOct 8, 2026
Inspections & violations
Oct 8, 2026 0 demerits · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Oct 2, 2025 6 demerits · 1 violation
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed hot water reach 116F in the hallway restroom.
**Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90øF and shall not exceed 110øF. Section 9 (c).
Oct 1, 2024 8 demerits · 2 violations
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90øF and shall not exceed 110øF. Section 9 (c). Observed water in bathroom at 117F. Needs to be 90-110F.
#49 · Furniture clean and in good repair −2
Furniture shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 17 (e). Observed kitchen cabinets had grease build up and were damaged and worn. Needs repair/cleaning.
Oct 2, 2023 14 demerits · 3 violations
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
REPEAT
Ensure that water accessible to children between 90-110F; observed water in kitchen area measuring 122F. Observed water in bathroom at 117F.
#41 · Hazardous products in locked storage room or locked cabinet −6
All corrosive agents, insecticides, rodenticides, herbicides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, items containing petroleum products, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispensing can, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled (skin contact) shall be stored in a locked storage room or locked cabinet. Section 16 (b). Observed bottle of white out and hair oil in cabinets accessible to childeren.
#49 · Furniture clean and in good repair −2
Furniture shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 17 (e). Observed kitchen cabinets were damaged and worn. Needs repair.
Oct 5, 2022 6 demerits · 1 violation
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
REPEAT
Ensure that water accessible to children between 90-110F; observed water in kitchen area measuring 118F.
Oct 6, 2021 12 demerits · 3 violations
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
REPEAT
Ensure hot water accessible to children is provided between 90-110F; Observed hand washing sink in bathroom measuring 120F.
#47 · Bedding and linen properly handled; clean and in good repair −4
Maintain clean linen that is in good repair; Observed crib sheets having misc debris collected on surfaces in need of changing.
#50 · Equipment and toys clean and in good repair −2
Maintain equipment in good repair; Observed cabinet handles broken inside kitchen area in need of repair and / or removal; cabinets also in need of touch-up painting.
Sep 30, 2020 11 demerits · 3 violations
#7 · Refrigerators with thermometers −2
Observed the red line broken in the thermometer in the refrigerator. Replace.An indicating thermometer shall be located in each refrigerator. Section 6 (h).
#10 · Food service, eating and drinking utensils and equipment clean, in good repair and free of corrosion −3
Observed buildup inside of the microwave. Clean.All food service and eating and drinking utensils and equipment shall be in good repair, free of corrosion, and kept clean. Section 8 (a).
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed the water in the restroom at 115F.Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90F and shall not exceed 110F. Section 9 (c).Report emailed to: gdchone@aol.com
Oct 4, 2019 14 demerits · 5 violations
#7 · Refrigerators with thermometers −2
Locate thermometer and place in warmest part of refrigerator (front).An indicating thermometer shall be located in each refrigerator. Section 6 (h).
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed hot water 115F in restroom.Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90øF and shall not exceed 110øF. Section 9 (c).
#25 · Lavatories clean and in good repair −2
Observed tape on counter in restroom. Observed discoloration/disrepair under counter in restroom.Lavatories shall be easily cleanable, clean, in good repair, and kept free of storage. Section 13 (a).
#50 · Equipment and toys clean and in good repair −2
Observed dust/debris build up on toys.Equipment and toys provided by the facility shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 17 (f).
#53 · Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair −2
Observed dust on wall vent in entrance area.The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 18 (c).
Oct 8, 2018 14 demerits · 3 violations
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed hot water 115F in restroom.Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90øF and shall not exceed 110øF. Section 9 (c).NOTE---Water pressure low in kitchen, plumber has been called.
#25 · Lavatories clean and in good repair −2
Area around sink in restroom needs to be repaired. Duck tape.Lavatories shall be easily cleanable, clean, in good repair, and kept free of storage. Section 13 (a).
#29 · Adequate diaper changing surfaces; properly cleaned and sanitized −6
Observed sanitizer above 200ppm.A solution of 100 ppm (parts per million) chlorine, or other equivalent method approved by the Director, shall be used for sanitizing common changing surfaces after each diaper change. Section 14 (a).
Oct 13, 2017 19 demerits · 5 violations
#10 · Food service, eating and drinking utensils and equipment clean, in good repair and free of corrosion −3
Repair shelving within kitchen cabinet. Replace missing counter top trim near kitchen two compartment sink and dish machine. Wipe/clean exterior of lower cabinet doors near handles. Tighten loose handles on cabinet door.All food service and eating and drinking utensils and equipment shall be in good repair, free of corrosion, and kept clean. Section 8 (a).
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed hot water at hand washing sink in bathroom 124F.Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90øF and shall not exceed 110øF. Section 9 (c).
#25 · Lavatories clean and in good repair −2
Observed damaged hand washing sink counter top in bathroom. Replace damaged hand washing sink counter top in bathroom. Monitor and address slow draining hand washing sink in bathroom.Lavatories shall be easily cleanable, clean, in good repair, and kept free of storage. Section 13 (a).
#29 · Adequate diaper changing surfaces; properly cleaned and sanitized −6
Observed sanitizer solution too strong in sanitizer bottle. Observed some dust debris along seam of diaper changing pad. Thoroughly clean cracks and crevices of diaper changing pad. Clean/dust lower shelving and area between railing on diaper changing table.
#53 · Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair −2
Wipe/clean walls in bathrooms. Repaint wall and door framing in bathroom. Replace missing slates on laundry room door. Monitor water stains on ceiling in front of fire place and repair any roof leaks if needed. Clean ceiling fan blades in kitchen. Monitor and repair flooring in kitchen. Replace damaged window blinds in classroom area.General Comment: Remove toilet that was replaced from backside of house. Dust television stand.
Oct 12, 2016 13 demerits · 4 violations
#10 · Food service, eating and drinking utensils and equipment clean, in good repair and free of corrosion −3
Observed corner kitchen cabinet damaged beside hood system. Wipe/clean exterior of cabinet doors.All food service and eating and drinking utensils and equipment shall be in good repair, free of corrosion, and kept clean. Section 8 (a).
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed water temperature in bathroom 116F.Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90øF and shall not exceed 110øF. Section 9 (c).
#25 · Lavatories clean and in good repair −2
Observed damaged hand washing counter/cabinet in bathroom area. Replace damaged counter/ hand washing sink cabinet in bathroom.Lavatories shall be easily cleanable, clean, in good repair, and kept free of storage. Section 13 (a).
#53 · Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair −2
Repair wall and floor tiles in bathroom. Repair damaged slates on laundry room door. Monitor flooring in kitchen area and repair if neededAll floors shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 18 (a).The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 18 (c).
Oct 7, 2015 18 demerits · 6 violations
#10 · Food service, eating and drinking utensils and equipment clean, in good repair and free of corrosion −3
Observed moulding around kitchen counter damaged and missing. Replace missing and damaged moulding around kitchen cabinet. Repair shelving under two compartment sink. Repair damaged corner kitchen cabinet and shelving beside hood system. Repair leak on refrigeration unit/freezer unit. Clean top of hood system over stove.All food service and eating and drinking utensils and equipment shall be in good repair, free of corrosion, and kept clean. Section 8 (a).
#11 · Utensils stored in a clean place −2
Observed some debris and food debris present on utensil shelving and in base of utensil bins in drawers. Clean utensil/equipment storage shelving and bins.Clean utensils shall be stored in a clean place. Section 8 (b).
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed hot water at hand washing sink in bathroom 118F. Hot water shall be 90F-110F.Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90øF and shall not exceed 110øF. Section 9 (c).
#23 · Toilet fixtures clean and in good repair −3
Observed damaged toilet seat. Replace damaged toilet seat.All toilet fixtures shall be clean and in good repair. Section 12 (a).
#25 · Lavatories clean and in good repair −2
Observed hand washing sink counter top and base damaged in bathroom. Replace damaged hand washing sink counter top and base.Lavatories shall be easily cleanable, clean, in good repair, and kept free of storage. Section 13 (a).
#53 · Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair −2
Repair wall and floor tiles in bathroom. Recommend staining wooden door near living room area and door to laundry room. Repair damaged slates on laundry room door. All floors shall be kept clean and in good repair. Clean ceiling fan blades. Section 18 (a). The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 18 (c). General Comment: #39. Cut grass on playground area when weather permits. Observed pallets containing wooden poles behind house within playground area. Finish installing poles and remove pallets or remove poles and pallets from premises. Observed blocks and brick stacked on concrete slab in back corner of yard/playground area. Recommend providing some type of boarder around concrete slab and playground area. Do not want block or bricks to fall on a child. Mrs. Pecola Knight present at time of inspection.
Oct 2, 2014 16 demerits · 6 violations
#5 · Foods properly stored, prepared, or served to prevent contamination and spoilage −4
Observed opened packages of dry food products in food storage closet and cabinet area. Store opened packages of dry food products in sealable container, labeled and kept clean.All foods shall be protected from contamination while being stored, prepared, served, or during transportation. Section 6 (e).
#10 · Food service, eating and drinking utensils and equipment clean, in good repair and free of corrosion −3
Observed exterior of cabinet door soiled, damaged shelving under cabinet area under two compartment sink, soiled handle on refrigeration unit and damaged shelving in cabinet area. Clean cabinet door, repair shelving under and in cabinet area, clean refrigeration unit door.All food service and eating and drinking utensils and equipment shall be in good repair, free of corrosion, and kept clean. Section 8 (a).
#25 · Lavatories clean and in good repair −2
Observed hand washing sink counter damaged in bathroom and area under hand washing sink damaged. Repair hand washing sink counter and shelving in bathroom.Lavatories shall be easily cleanable, clean, in good repair, and kept free of storage. Section 13 (a).
#40 · Storage areas kept clean and organized −1
Clean and organize storage closet/area used for day care storage.Rooms or spaces shall be provided for the storage of necessary equipment, furniture, toys, clothes, beds, cots, mats, and supplies and shall be kept clean. Section 16 (a).
#49 · Furniture clean and in good repair −2
Observed hole in cushion on couch, high chair and tray soiled and damaged bar seating/chairs. Repair hole on couch cushion, detail clean high chair, repair damaged bar seating/chairs.Furniture shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 17 (e).
#50 · Equipment and toys clean and in good repair −2
Observed cracks and crevices on toys soiled in daycare room. Observed damaged toys on playground area. Discard and replace damaged toys on playground area.Equipment and toys provided by the facility shall be kept clean and in good repair. Section 17 (f).
Oct 1, 2013 17 demerits · 4 violations
#17 · Hot water accessible to children 90° F to 110° F −6
Observed hot water temperature in day care restroom at 135F.Hot water to those areas accessible to children shall not be less than 90°F and shall not exceed 110°F. Section 9 (c).
#23 · Toilet fixtures clean and in good repair −3
Observed toilet seat loose in restroom.All toilet fixtures shall be clean and in good repair. Section 12 (a).
#25 · Lavatories clean and in good repair −2
Observed lavoratory counter tiles damaged.Lavatories shall be easily cleanable, clean, in good repair, and kept free of storage. Section 13 (a).
#41 · Hazardous products in locked storage room or locked cabinet −6
Observed two aerosol cans Pam Cooking spray.All corrosive agents, insecticides, rodenticides, herbicides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, items containing petroleum products, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispensing can, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled (skin contact) shall be stored in a locked storage room or locked cabinet. Section 16 (b).CO Alarm- YesMs. Knight present during inspection.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “MS. PECOLA'S FAMILY DAY CARE” or State ID 2060921140). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.