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Importance of a Plumbing Inspection

When buying a new home or any infrastructure for that matter, it is very important to have the entire building inspected from top to bottom before finalizing the transaction. This entails the structural integrity, windows, doors, flooring, septic system, lawn, electrical etc. One Aspect that tends to be overlooked sometimes is the building’s plumbing system. Maybe it’s because a majority of plumbing is tucked away in the walls, the flooring or underground. This article will illustrate the relevance of checking the plumbing system of a home or any property you are about to acquire.

Plumbing inspections are extremely necessary for especially new owners because it is easy for them to get carried away with the excitement of the purchase. To make matters worse, some home sellers will intentionally try to hide details about the building and close the sale as quickly as possible. After the sale is complete, any issues that arise with the property will be the problem of the new owner and/or insurance (if available).

The main aspect of a plumbing inspection is the age of the pipes, especially the unseen ones. If the home is brand new, there is usually little concern about the plumbing except the workmanship the could be faulty. On the other hand, a property over 10 years old, will have a plumbing system that is aging. The prospective buyer needs to have a plumber present or be ready to ask the seller relevant questions regarding the plumbing system. One needs to know any plumbing issues that the building might have had in the past. In addition to which pipes around the property have been replaced and why. A good seller has a journal of all the major plumbing repairs that has been done on the unit and the age of the major pipes inside and outside the building.

Thorough inspection of the plumbing system keeps the new owner prepared and most importantly, allows them to pick up on signs that a pipe repair might be imminent. For those individuals who enjoy gardening, it is essential to be aware of the conditions of your outdoor plumbing system. This prevents one from having to destroy a garden or lawn to fix a problem that could have been solved before the garden was created.

After purchasing, it is up to the new buyer to continue keeping a journal logged of all the pipe repairs and age of the system. Getting to a repair before the damage escalates could be the difference between a few hundred dollars and couple thousand dollars.

Are you a new home owner looking to have your property inspected? Call Fix It Fast Plumbing at (805) 623-4417 today for top-notch services in the Los Angeles area.