Henderson, Chatham County

Howard Johnson Express Inn

17003 ABERCORN ST SAVANNAH, GA 31419

Tourist
Latest score
95
Jan 29, 2026
City
Henderson
County
Chatham
Inspections
4

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Jan 29, 2026

Routine

Score: 951 violation

3 - hot/cold running water under pressure in all required locations of tourist accommodation

Regulation: 511-6-2-.07(2) - hot water supply

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed the hot water in rooms 104, 119, 205, 224, and 235to exceed 120F. See comments for individual room temperatures.

RCA: In all new tourist accommodations, and where possible in existing tourist accommodations, hot water in all guest rooms shall not exceed 120F

Jun 23, 2025

Routine

Score: 912 violations

3 - hot/cold running water under pressure in all required locations of tourist accommodation

Regulation: 511-6-2-.07(2) - hot water supply

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed the hot water in rooms 117, 127, 210, 227, and 232 to exceed 120F. See comments for individual room temperatures.

RCA: In all new tourist accommodations, and where possible in existing tourist accommodations, hot water in all guest rooms shall not exceed 120F

28 - beds, mattresses, mattress pads, springs, frames, pillows, and bed coverings clean; vermin free and in good condition; bed linen properly supplied, changed and laundered

Regulation: 511-6-2-.14(6) - bed, bedding, and linens

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed yellow stained pillows in rooms 117, 127, 130, and 232. Observed the mattress pad to be stained in room 127. Observed the mattress cover to be stained in room 130.

RCA: Beds, mattresses, springs, slats, mattress pads, mattress and bed coverings, pillow and pillow covers shall be clean and free from vermin

Dec 30, 2024

Routine

Score: 863 violations

1 - adequate, approved, permitted, protected potable water supply; no cross connection or back siphonage

Regulation: 511-6-2-.07(2) - water supply and sanitizing

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed hot water to exceed 120F in all rooms inspected. PIC stated that hot water was set at 130F for the winter.

RCA: In all new tourist accommodations, and where possible in existing tourist accommodations, hot water in all guest rooms shall not exceed 120F

8 - annual gas fired equipment inspection on file; gas units equipped with automatic safety and/or 100% cut-off pilot

Regulation: 511-6-2-.15(5) - heating and fire safety-inspection

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed Gas fire equipment inspection form not readily available upon request.

RCA: 511-6-2-.15(5) - Heating and Fire Safety-Inspection All gas-fired equipment shall be inspected at least annually by a qualified licensed contractor or local fire authority, if available. Points to be inspected are proper construction and installation, malfunctions and adjustments of controls and burners, faulty heat exchangers and vent obstructions. Any defects found on inspection must be corrected by a qualified heating contractor prior to use of the equipment. Upon request, the operator shall provide evidence of inspection and/or correction of any deficiency

27 - all furniture, waste receptacles, draperies, carpets; clean, and in good repair, considered the property of and furnished by the tourist accommodation

Regulation: 511-6-2-.14(5) - condition of furnishings

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food debris on throw of bed in room 108. Observed brown staining and spots on Mattress cover in rooms 204 & 235. Observed brown spots room 217. Observed tears in sheets in room 217 & 120. Observed brown spots on sheet in room 108.

RCA: 511-6-2-.14(5) - Condition of Furnishings All furniture, draperies, appliances, carpets, and other accessories, in the tourist accommodation, whether the property of the tourist accommodation owner or not, shall be considered the property of and furnished by the tourist accommodation for purposes of enforcement of this Chapter, and must be maintained in good repair, clean, and free of vermin

Dec 1, 2023

Routine

Score: 932 violations

1 - adequate, approved, permitted, protected potable water supply; no cross connection or back siphonage

Regulation: 511-6-2-.07(2) - water supply and sanitizing

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed hot water to exceed 120F in all rooms inspected. PIC stated that hot water was set at 130F for the winter. RCA: In all new tourist accommodations, and where possible in existing tourist accommodations, hot water in all guest rooms shall not exceed 120F

26 - ventilation provided and lighting adequate; guestroom kitchenettes/cooking facilities approved

Regulation: 511-6-2-.14(3) - room ventilation

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed air filter in air conditioning units to have an accumulation of dust, in rooms 102, 108, 111 and 127. RCA: Ventilation shall be provided for all rooms. Where ventilation is provided by means of windows, they shall open directly to the outside air and the openable window area of each room shall be not less than 1/20 of the floor area served. Where ventilation is provided by other means, it shall comply with the requirements of the current International Mechanical Code with Georgia Amendments or future subsequent revisions adopted thereafter to provide comfortable living conditions, remove objectionable odor and fumes, and prevent excessive condensation. Ventilation systems shall comply with applicable State and local fire prevention requirements and building codes