Are inspections important?




 Why I need Plumbing Inspections?

Plumbing inspections can be easily missed and overlooked. We all use our homes' luxuries without a second thought, until the suddenly they can't be used any longer. We don't think of our water heaters until the shower runs cold, or the toilet flushing until the water fills to the rim, or the big oak tree outside until it's choking off a mainline. There are a number of things that lay waste to our homes, from weather, natural disaster, vegetation, down to just plain old age and this is why plumbing inspections can save you more in the future.

What are plumbing inspections?

A plumbing inspection is a thorough overview of your whole home system, checking each system and fixtures or appliances associated with it to ensure proper functions. Inspection include a multitude checks, here is what you may see out of your plumbing inspection:


Water supply: Plumbers will check the water pressure from the city meter, to ensure the proper flow rate into your residential or commercial property. This ensures minimal wear on your pipes and fixtures, decreasing the likelihood of leaks and breaks. The flow will also be checked to ensure the piping used (copper, galvanized, CPVC, etc..) is not showing signs over corrosion, water hammer, or leaks. All fixtures and shower heads will be inspected for flow, leaks, and condition.


Drainage and waste system: Plumber will assess drain for clogging or partial clogging, such as kitchen sink drains, bathtub drains, mainline drainage, etc. Being sure to check for potential buildups, coupling separation, cracks, root intrusions, or bellies(sag in the line caused by settlement under th pipe). Proper venting is also checked to ensure there is adequate air flow to your waste system, allowing all to flow smoothly with gravity and avoid air lock in pipes. This is also a helpful way to get a jump on a roof leak at venting stacks. A careful look is made at all of the DWV system to check overall health and estimated lifespan remaining, or if the need for maintenance or repair is required.
 

Water heaters: Plumbers will first check the external condition of the water heater, checking for splits, rust, or leaks. Checking all connection's conditions and materials (polybutylene will not be covered by homeowners' insurance and is against most updated codes). The function of the water heater will be checked also, such as temperature and safety features, like the pressure relief valve. Also it's important to note the age of the heater, and any dated maintenance to best estimate the remaining lifespan on the unit.

Exterior plumbing: This check will be performed on any exterior plumbing such as hose bibs and irrigation. The plumber will check for any leaks around the foundation, as well as any signs of corrosion within wood or exterior wall around fixtures. Also checking irrigation system for leaks or signs of heavy wear that may lead to leaks. 


All of these things together in one inspection can save you in the future, save you from emergency calls, stressful cold showers, or the absolute worse, sewer backup into your home. There are many reasons to consider inspection, both for preparation for maintenance or repairs, or just peace of mind, but to also save your home from a silent killer. Plumbing issues leads to water invading your home, causing water damage, mold, or even structural issues. A inspection can not only get you ahead of a problem before it has a chance to affect you, but ensures your homes safety.  Not to mention the secret benefit of an inspection....if you ever consider selling your home, having proof of a safe, stable, and well maintain plumbing system can help increase your chances to sell by passing that peace of mind to the buyer!

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