AMERICUS, Sumter County

Sumter Hospitality LLC dba Motel 6

1007 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD AMERICUS, GA 31719

Tourist
Latest score
97
Feb 6, 2026
City
AMERICUS
County
Sumter
Inspections
5

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

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

Feb 6, 2026

Routine

Score: 972 violations

25 - floors, walls, ceilings, windows, doors clean, and in good repair; appropriate for location and operation

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed floor damage in room 118, an opening in the ceiling by the light in the bathroom of room 103, and holes in the wall in room 102, and an outlet with no cover in room 152. Small openings invite pest harborage and must be maintained to prevent this. Floors, walls, ceilings. windows, doors and all other appurtenances shall be of sound construction, properly maintained in good repair and shall be kept clean. In all new constructed and extensively remodeled residential kitchens used in bed and breakfast inns, coved base molding may be required. Walls and ceilings in residential kitchens shall be easily cleanable and light colored

15 - ice from approved source; properly handled, supplied and stored; equipment approved/clean

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed self dispensing ice machine in need of cleaning. The interior chute and outer drain area. If self-service ice is provided, then it shall be from an approved water supply. In all new tourist accommodations, and in existing tourist accommodations when machines are replaced, only automatic dispensing ice machines will be allowed. In existing tourist accommodations permitted prior to the adoption of this rule, the use of existing self-service ice-storage bins may be continued, provided that the machines are maintained in good repair and capable of being properly cleaned and sanitized according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Further, a copy of the manufacturer’s cleaning instructions shall be maintained onsite for review at the request of the Health Authority. Scoops, ice buckets, and other ice handling equipment, shall be of easily cleanable material and construction. They shall be stored in a clean place and shall be kept clean. Glassware shall not be used to scoop ice

Jun 12, 2025

Routine

Score: 904 violations

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: Yes

Observed no gas fired inspection documentation on file. PIC was provided a blank gas-fired equipment inspection form. 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

23 - documentation and records available for inspection

Regulation: 511-6-2-.13(2) - insect and rodent control-records

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

No pest control records were available at the time of inspection. A record must be maintained on file and available at request of Health Authority for no less than 18 months of any pesticide use on the premises, except for the occasional use of consumer insect sprays on small spots in accordance with the product label. The record may be made by the permit holder or provided by the applicator, and shall list the following information: (a) amount and concentration of product used; (b) name of product used; (c) date and location of application; (d) application method; (e) pest targeted; and (f) name of applicator

25 - floors, walls, ceilings, windows, doors clean, and in good repair; appropriate for location and operation

Regulation: 511-6-2-.14(1) - floors, walls, and ceilings

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed some ceiling damage in room 103 by the lighting fixture and some wall damage in room 155 by the exhaust vent. Small openings invite pest harborage and must be maintained to prevent this. Floors, walls, ceilings. windows, doors and all other appurtenances shall be of sound construction, properly maintained in good repair and shall be kept clean. In all new constructed and extensively remodeled residential kitchens used in bed and breakfast inns, coved base molding may be required. Walls and ceilings in residential kitchens shall be easily cleanable and light colored

15 - ice from approved source; properly handled, supplied and stored; equipment approved/clean

Regulation: 511-6-2-.07(8) - ice supply

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed self dispensing ice machine in need of cleaning. The interior chute and outer drain area. If self-service ice is provided, then it shall be from an approved water supply. In all new tourist accommodations, and in existing tourist accommodations when machines are replaced, only automatic dispensing ice machines will be allowed. In existing tourist accommodations permitted prior to the adoption of this rule, the use of existing self-service ice-storage bins may be continued, provided that the machines are maintained in good repair and capable of being properly cleaned and sanitized according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Further, a copy of the manufacturer’s cleaning instructions shall be maintained onsite for review at the request of the Health Authority. Scoops, ice buckets, and other ice handling equipment, shall be of easily cleanable material and construction. They shall be stored in a clean place and shall be kept clean. Glassware shall not be used to scoop ice

Nov 15, 2024

Routine

Score: 923 violations

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: Yes

Observed no gas fired inspection documentation on file. All gas fired equipment shall be inspected at least annually by a qualified licensed contractor or local fire authority if available. Person In Charge (was) provided a blank inspection form for use with whoever does the inspection

22 - approved leak proof containers covered, in proper location, clean, and maintained; collection adequate

Regulation: 511-6-2-.12(3) - garbage and refuse container cleaning

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed dumpster storage area with debris / liter surrounding the dumpster. Areas surrounding these rooms, enclosures and containers shall be kept clean and orderly. Person In Charge will designate staff to clean the area

15 - ice from approved source; properly handled, supplied and stored; equipment approved/clean

Regulation: 511-6-2-.07(8) - ice supply

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed ice machine drain area and interior dispensing chute area soiled. Clean ice machine at a frequency to prevent buildup. Person in Charge will have designated staff clean ice machine. Scoops , ice buckets and other ice handling equipment shall be of easily cleanable material and construction. They shall be stored in a clean place and shall be kept clean

Jun 17, 2024

Routine

Score: 914 violations

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

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed no gas fired equipment inspection documentation on file. Observed the smoke detector in room 256 had no batteries and was not functioning when checked. Batteries were replaced. 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

22 - approved leak proof containers covered, in proper location, clean, and maintained; collection adequate

Regulation: 511-6-2-.12(3) - garbage and refuse container cleaning

2 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed a build-up of trash on the ground next to the garbage container next to the ice machine. Housekeeping was instructed to clean up the trash. Adequate cleaning facilities shall be provided and each garbage or recycling storage room, enclosure, or container shall be thoroughly cleaned after the emptying or removal of refuse or garbage. Areas surrounding these rooms, enclosures, and containers shall be kept clean and orderly. Liquid waste resulting from the cleaning of containers shall be disposed of as sewage

15 - ice from approved source; properly handled, supplied and stored; equipment approved/clean

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Ice machine requires general cleaning. If self-service ice is provided, then it shall be from an approved water supply. In all new tourist accommodations, and in existing tourist accommodations when machines are replaced, only automatic dispensing ice machines will be allowed. In existing tourist accommodations permitted prior to the adoption of this rule, the use of existing self-service ice-storage bins may be continued, provided that the machines are maintained in good repair and capable of being properly cleaned and sanitized according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Further, a copy of the manufacturer’s cleaning instructions shall be maintained onsite for review at the request of the Health Authority. Scoops, ice buckets, and other ice handling equipment, shall be of easily cleanable material and construction. They shall be stored in a clean place and shall be kept clean. Glassware shall not be used to scoop ice

33 - housekeeping carts and storage areas maintained; clean/sanitized items protected from contamination

Regulation: 511-6-2-.17(2) - housekeeping carts

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed unlabeled chemicals on the housekeeping cart. Housekeeper carts shall be so arranged that clean replacement supplies, clean linens, and cleaned and sanitized multi-use equipment and utensils shall be protected from soiled items being removed from each room. Soiled linens and refuse shall be placed in appropriate containers on housekeepers’ carts. Any spray bottle used in cleaning a tourist room or stored on the housekeeping cart shall be labeled with its contents. Cleaners and sanitizer shall be used according to the manufacturer’s use direction and label

Nov 30, 2023

Routine

Score: 923 violations

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: Yes

Observed no gas fired equipment inspection documentation on file. 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

25 - floors, walls, ceilings, windows, doors clean, and in good repair; appropriate for location and operation

Regulation: 511-6-2-.14(1) - floors, walls, and ceilings

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed wall gaps in rooms 119 and 155. Floors, walls, ceilings. windows, doors and all other appurtenances shall be of sound construction, properly maintained in good repair and shall be kept clean. In all new constructed and extensively remodeled residential kitchens used in bed and breakfast inns, coved base molding may be required. Walls and ceilings in residential kitchens shall be easily cleanable and light colored

15 - ice from approved source; properly handled, supplied and stored; equipment approved/clean

Regulation: 511-6-2-.07(8) - ice supply

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Ice machine requires general cleaning. If self-service ice is provided, then it shall be from an approved water supply. In all new tourist accommodations, and in existing tourist accommodations when machines are replaced, only automatic dispensing ice machines will be allowed. In existing tourist accommodations permitted prior to the adoption of this rule, the use of existing self-service ice-storage bins may be continued, provided that the machines are maintained in good repair and capable of being properly cleaned and sanitized according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Further, a copy of the manufacturer’s cleaning instructions shall be maintained onsite for review at the request of the Health Authority. Scoops, ice buckets, and other ice handling equipment, shall be of easily cleanable material and construction. They shall be stored in a clean place and shall be kept clean. Glassware shall not be used to scoop ice