Value Inn
9420 S 20TH ST, Oak Creek, WI 53154 · Milwaukee County
Establishment
- Type
- Lodging (Hotel and Motel - 100 - 249 Rooms)
- Inspected by
- Oak Creek Health Department
- License / ID
- DPIN-C88H97
- Status
- Permitted
- Phone
- (414) 761-3807 ext. Front desk
- Official record
- Oak Creek Health Department inspection reports
Year by year
| Year | Inspections | Violations | Serious |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 10 | 0 |
| 2025 | 2 | 10 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 | 7 | 0 |
Inspections
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Apr 21, 2026 Follow Up · 4 non-critical, 4 repeat
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
Repeat
Pest control - outer openings protected
Window screens were damaged or frames were bent for rooms 141, 410, 413 and is not protected from the entrance of pests.
Correction: Maintain all openings to the outside to prevent the entrance of pests.
Code ATCP 72.19(2)(a)3.a.
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
DSPS plumbing codes
Room 141 has the tub faucet that is leaking, the toilet is leaking water, and the sink faucet in poor condition and is cracked. Room 206 has a cracked sink faucet.
Correction: Contact the Wisconsin department of safety and professional services plumbing section.
Code ATCP 72.16(4)(a)
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
Exterior of building maintained
The facade behind the rain trough in front of room 336 is damaged and is not maintained in good repair.
Correction: Maintain the exterior of the building in good repair.
Code ATCP 72.19(1)(c)1.
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
Equipment and furnishings - maintained clean
The upholstered chair in room 206 is badly stained. The vent fan in the toilet room for room 316 does not work. It only hums.
Correction: All furnishings and equipment and shall be kept clean.
Code ATCP 72.20(4)(a)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
Repeat
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Apr 14, 2026 Routine · 6 non-critical
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
Fire extinguisher (hotel, motel, condo) - maintained working order/pressure
The fire extinguisher by room 136 is not maintained working order and proper pressure. The pin is pulled and the extinguisher was discharged.
Correction: Replace or service the fire extinguisher.
Code ATCP 72.18(9)(b)2.f.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
Pest control - outer openings protected
Window screens were damaged or frames were bent for rooms 141, 410, 413 and is not protected from the entrance of pests.
Correction: Maintain all openings to the outside to prevent the entrance of pests.
Code ATCP 72.19(2)(a)3.a.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
Corrected on site
Vomit and diarrheal clean-up - written procedures available
The operator does not have procedures in place for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events.
Correction: Provide procedures that include clean-up methods and actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. Information was given to the manager.
Code ATCP 72.22(4)
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Not serious
Non-critical
DSPS plumbing codes
Room 141 has the tub faucet that is leaking, the toilet is leaking water, and the sink faucet in poor condition and is cracked. Room 206 has a cracked sink faucet.
Correction: Contact the Wisconsin department of safety and professional services plumbing section.
Code ATCP 72.16(4)(a)
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Not serious
Non-critical
Exterior of building maintained
The facade behind the rain trough in front of room 336 is damaged and is not maintained in good repair.
Correction: Maintain the exterior of the building in good repair.
Code ATCP 72.19(1)(c)1.
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Not serious
Non-critical
Equipment and furnishings - maintained clean
The upholstered chair in room 206 is badly stained. The vent fan in the toilet room for room 316 does not work. It only hums.
Correction: All furnishings and equipment and shall be kept clean.
Code ATCP 72.20(4)(a)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
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Sep 25, 2025 Routine · 7 non-critical, 2 repeat
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Not serious
Non-critical
INSECT AND RODENT CONTROL
A large dead cockroach was observed in the hand wash sink in room 211.
Correction: Contact a pest control company to evaluate and eliminate the presence and harborage of insects and rodents.
Code ATCP 72.15 (3)
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
ROOM RATES POSTED
Room rates not posted in sleeping room 350.
Correction: Provide room rate information in each room.
Code SS 97.638 (1)
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Not serious
Non-critical
REPAIR OF EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGS
The chair in room 349 is stained. The bed spread in this same room has a tear in it.
Correction: Repair or replace specified equipment or furnishings.
Code [A] ATCP 72.11 (6)
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Not serious
Non-critical
ROOMS IN A CLEAN CONDITION
The ceiling above the tub/shower in room 102 has mold growing.
Correction: Maintain all sleeping rooms in a clean and sanitary condition.
Code [A] ATCP 72.15 (2)
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Not serious
Non-critical
UTENSIL SANITIZATION-ICE BUCKETS
Guest ice bucket in room 211 was missing its plastic liner.
Correction: Guest ice buckets must be washed, rinsed and sanitized in an approved manner before being provided for use by a different guest. Provided with a plastic liner.
Code [B] ATCP 72.11 (3)(a)
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
PLUMBING FIXTURES – SANITARY CONDITION
The following plumbing or fixtures are not maintained in good condition. Room 350 tub faucet was dripping water. Room 334 sink faucet dripping.
Correction: Maintain plumbing and fixtures in a good condition.
Code [C] ATCP 72.10 (4)
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Not serious
Non-critical
VENTILATION - MAINTAINED
The exhaust fan in the shower room of room 102 does not work.
Correction: Repair ventilation system to working order.
Code [T] ATCP 72.14 (1)
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Not serious
Non-critical
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Jan 23, 2025 Routine · 3 non-critical
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Not serious
Non-critical
ROOM RATES POSTED
Room rates not posted in sleeping rooms 107, 132, 320, 330, 416.
Correction: Provide room rate information in each room.
Code SS 97.638 (1)
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Not serious
Non-critical
REPAIR OF EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGS
In room 339, the red chair has worn arm rest that is showing tears. In room 132, the floor along the tub needs to be caulked to close the gap.
Correction: Repair or replace specified equipment or furnishings.
Code [A] ATCP 72.11 (6)
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Not serious
Non-critical
PLUMBING FIXTURES – SANITARY CONDITION
Room 416, has a faucet leaking water in the tub. The drain ring is rusty along with the chrome stopper right above it.
Correction: Maintain plumbing and fixtures in a sanitary condition.
Code [C] ATCP 72.10 (4)
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Not serious
Non-critical
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May 6, 2024 Routine · 6 non-critical, 1 repeat
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Not serious
Non-critical
SMOKE DETECTORS - REQUIREMENT
Smoke detector/CO detector was not observed in the water heater/electrical room for the 300 building.
Correction: Provide operational smoke detectors in all sleeping rooms and required locations.
Code ATCP 72.14 (2) (c)
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Not serious
Non-critical
INSECT AND RODENT CONTROL
Grass was tall, (6"-8") around buildings and needs mowing. Box springs and mattesses were piled up in the back corner of the property, which provides harborage areas for pests.
Correction: Eliminate the harborage areas of insects and rodents.
Code ATCP 72.15 (3)
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Not serious
Non-critical
ROOM RATES POSTED
Room rates not posted in sleeping rooms 136, 305, and 415.
Correction: Provide room rate information in each room.
Code SS 97.638 (1)
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
REPAIR OF EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGS
Arms for the red chairs in rooms 433 and 136 have worn through. The vent/grill covers for the AC units in rooms 104, 215, 136, 315, 320, 338, and 415 were missing due to be damaged. Window was cracked for room 415. Lighting was poor in the toilet/tub room for room 406. The bottom of the tub in room 320 has paint chipping off from the repaired area.
Correction: Repair or replace specified equipment or furnishings.
Code [A] ATCP 72.11 (6)
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Not serious
Non-critical
ROOMS IN A CLEAN CONDITION
The tub spouts, handles, and drain mechanism in all of the rooms inspected had excessive water spouts and some had a white buildup that was easy to remove when wiped.
Correction: Maintain all sleeping rooms in a clean and sanitary condition.
Code [A] ATCP 72.15 (2)
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Not serious
Non-critical
UTENSIL SANITIZATION-ICE BUCKETS
Guest ice bucket in room 320 was missing.
Correction: Guest ice buckets must be washed, rinsed and sanitized in an approved manner before being provided for use by a different guest.
Code [B] ATCP 72.11 (3)(a)
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Not serious
Non-critical
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Oct 24, 2023 Routine · 7 non-critical
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Not serious
Non-critical
Corrected on site
SMOKE DETECTORS - REQUIREMENT
Smoke detector in room 109 had a plastic bag over it.
Correction: Provide operational smoke detectors in all sleeping rooms and required locations. Bag was removed.
Code ATCP 72.14 (2) (c)
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Not serious
Non-critical
ROOM RATES POSTED
Room rates not posted in sleeping rooms 202 and 444.
Correction: Provide room rate information in each room.
Code SS 97.638 (1)
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Not serious
Non-critical
REPAIR OF EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGS
Red chair arms in rooms 434 and 109 are worn with the top fabric torn open and stuffing exposed. Lamp shade in room 407 is coming apart. The ceiling fan in the bathroom of 444 is making excessive noise.
Correction: Repair or replace specified equipment or furnishings.
Code [A] ATCP 72.11 (6)
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Not serious
Non-critical
PREMISE - MAINTAINED
Stacks of mattresses were observed next to the building with the dumpster in the back corner.
Correction: Maintain premise in a clean condition, free from refuse and hazards.
Code [A] ATCP 72.15 (4)
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Not serious
Non-critical
PLUMBING FIXTURES – SANITARY CONDITION
The following plumbing or fixtures are not maintained in a sanitary condition. All of the rooms tub faucet handles and spouts have excessive water spots. Tub faucet was dripping water in rooms 141, 308, 335, 401, 444. Faucet at the sink in room 103 was cracked. The chrome tub drain closure for rooms 141 and 407 were crusty with rust and grime. The tub spout was rusty for room 308.
Correction: Maintain plumbing and fixtures in a sanitary condition.
Code [C] ATCP 72.10 (4)
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Not serious
Non-critical
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
The caulking outside the tub in room 315 is dirty and has some mold. The freezer located in the refrigerator of rooms 202 and 315 have excessive frost buildup. The freezer in room 337 has a breakfast sandwich and a water bottle left over from the previous guests.
Correction: Maintained establishment in a manner conducive to the health, comfort and safety of its guests.
Code [C] ATCP 72.15 (1)
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Not serious
Non-critical
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS - MAINTAINED
Extinguisher outside of room 436 look like they have been activated, the pin was pulled.
Correction: Replace or have professionally refilled and pressure tested. Annual pressure testing required with record maintained.
Code [M] ATCP 72.14 (1)
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Not serious
Non-critical
Corrected on site
Source: Oak Creek Health Department. History last read Oct 16, 2026. Violation text is the inspector's wording. “Serious” is the source's own top tier. About this data.