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Whole-Home Plumbing Inspection
Thorough Plumbing Inspections That Protect Your Home
A healthy plumbing system keeps your home running smoothly, and a detailed inspection can help prevent costly issues before they start. At Shafer Services Plus, our expert plumbers take a careful, comprehensive approach to evaluating every part of your plumbing. We diagnose concerns early, explain what we find in clear terms, and give you the confidence that your home is protected.
- In-Depth Evaluation: We examine your entire plumbing system, including fixtures, drains, water lines, and appliances. Our inspections are designed to catch small issues early so you can avoid major repairs later.
- Advanced Diagnostic Tools: Using modern equipment, we identify hidden leaks, blockages, corrosion, or weaknesses that are not visible from the surface. This gives you a complete picture of your system’s condition.
- Prevention Focused Care: Our goal is to keep your plumbing reliable for the long term. By spotting early warning signs and offering honest recommendations, we help you plan ahead and avoid unexpected breakdowns.
- Clear Reporting: After the inspection, you receive a detailed report with photos and videos of our findings. We walk you through everything so you know exactly what is working well and what may need attention.
- Customer Education: We take time to answer your questions and share simple tips for maintaining your plumbing. Our team believes in doing the right thing and making sure homeowners feel informed and confident.
What Are Some Good Reasons You Should Have Your Whole-Home Plumbing Inspected?
Having your whole-home plumbing inspected regularly is an important aspect of home maintenance. Here are some compelling reasons to schedule these inspections:
- Early Problem Detection: Identifies hidden leaks, potential blockages, and minor issues before they escalate into major repairs, preventing costly damage and ensuring system longevity.
- Efficiency and Cost Savings: Ensures the efficient operation of the plumbing system, reducing water waste and utility costs, and extending the lifespan of fixtures and appliances.
- Health and Safety: Checks for any plumbing issues that could affect water quality and home safety, including risks of water contamination and mold growth due to leaks.
- Emergency Prevention: Helps avoid plumbing emergencies like burst pipes or severe leaks, which can be disruptive and expensive to repair.
- Real Estate Value and Compliance: For home buying or selling, inspections assess property value, ensure compliance with building codes, and serve as a negotiation tool in real estate transactions.
- Avoiding Post-Purchase Home Buyer Surprises: Especially important for buyers, an inspection can reveal the true condition of the plumbing system, avoiding unexpected issues after purchasing a property.
- Documentation for Future Reference: Provides a detailed report of the plumbing system's condition, useful for insurance purposes, future maintenance planning, or as a reference for home improvement projects.
- Informed Decision Making in Real Estate: Offers both buyers and sellers crucial information about the property's plumbing system, aiding in informed decision-making and facilitating smoother property transactions.
A thorough plumbing inspection is a proactive step that offers both immediate and long-term benefits, whether it’s maintaining your current home or assessing a potential real estate investment. We’re here to help!
Common Whole-Home Plumbing Inspection Questions
It’s generally advised to have a plumbing inspection every two years. However, for older homes or properties with a history of plumbing issues, annual inspections may be more appropriate to prevent potential problems.
A plumbing inspection includes examining all visible piping, testing the water pressure, checking faucets and fixtures for leaks, inspecting the water heater, looking for signs of corrosion or damage, and ensuring that all drains are functioning properly.
The plumbing inspection report typically includes a detailed assessment of the plumbing system’s condition, highlighting any current or potential future issues. It covers observations on leaks, water pressure problems, the condition of pipes and fixtures, the functionality of the water heater and drainage systems, and compliance with local building codes. The report may also include recommendations for repairs, maintenance, or upgrades.
It is recommended that you clean the area around air pipes or fixtures prior to the inspector’s arrival, as this can help facilitate their work and provide them with a clear view of all components. Additionally, it may be advisable to turn off water supply lines during the inspection to prevent any potential issues from arising.
The duration of a plumbing inspection can vary based on the size and complexity of the home’s plumbing system. Generally, a standard inspection takes about 1-3 hours. Larger homes with more extensive plumbing systems or homes with known issues may take longer to inspect.
A visual plumbing inspection typically involves a basic check of visible plumbing components, such as pipes, fixtures, and appliances, for obvious signs of damage or leaks. A full diagnostic inspection is more thorough, possibly including the use of specialized equipment to check for hidden leaks, pipe blockages, and the integrity of the entire system, including sewer lines and internal mechanisms.
Yes, even newly built homes should undergo a plumbing inspection. Despite being new, construction errors or material faults can occur, and an inspection ensures everything is installed correctly and functioning as it should. Unfortunately, Shafer Services Plus does not offer this service on new construction homes.
Yes, a comprehensive plumbing inspection typically includes checking outdoor plumbing systems. This involves inspecting outdoor spigots and any outdoor connections to ensure they are in good working condition and properly winterized, if applicable.
Shafer Services Plus does not check for lead and other contaminants on a standard whole-home plumbing inspection, but if needed we could send water off for off-site testing. Ask your technician for details.
Whole Home Plumbing Safety Inspection
- We will carefully check your pipes, fixtures, and appliances for issues.
- Run diagnostics to pinpoint hidden leaks and blockages.
- Share a clear, visual report with recommendations for next steps to address potential issues before they become costly repairs.
- In the colder season, we will winterize your outdoor pipes.
- Pricing will vary based on the size of the home and number of fixtures.