Any homeowners can request plumbing inspections through trusted providers like Mr. Rooter Plumbing. However, you may be more inclined to book your next plumber inspection for these reasons:
You’re Buying a House
Buying a house is a big investment, and it’s not a decision to make lightly. The last thing any excited new homeowner wants is to spend their hard-earned money on a home only to discover costly problems before long.
A plumbing camera inspection may go a long way toward ensuring you make a well-informed buying decision. We recommend requesting a pre-purchase plumbing inspection involving:
- Visual inspections of fixtures and fittings
- Water pressure tests
- Pipe and connection checks
- Water heater evaluations
- Sewer line inspections
- Leak testing
- Drainage and venting system checks
- Main shut-off valve checks
- And more…
Are you ready to buy your dream home? Book your pre-purchase plumbing inspection with Mr. Rooter today.
Residential Plumbing Inspection Tools and Tech
Many major plumbing system components are not easy to see or inspect without tools and tech. Rest assured, your locally owned and operated Mr. Rooter Plumbing has access to some of the best plumbing inspection equipment in the industry, including:
- Plumbing inspection cameras – visually inspect pipe interiors to look for cracks, corrosion, blockages, and other problems
- Moisture meters – devices that can measure moisture in ceilings, walls, and floors to potentially locate water damage and leaks
- Water pressure gauges – tools to measure plumbing system water pressure
- Plumbing snakes/augers – flexible tools used to diagnose and repair clogs and slow drainage problems
- Pipe locators – tools for locating buried pipes
- Plumbing probes – thin tools to inspect hard-to-reach areas
- Leak detection equipment – devices such as ultrasonic leak detectors
Residential Plumbing Inspection Types
Not all residential plumbing inspection services are created equal. Your chosen plumbing professional may offer multiple inspection types, including visual, camera, rough-in, and top-out.
Visual Inspections
Visual plumbing inspections involve performing visual inspections of sewer fittings, water fittings, drains, drainage systems, and water heaters to look for leaks, damage, and wear.
Camera and Video Inspections
Camera inspections are often more in-depth for peace of mind. Plumbing camera inspections involve high-resolution cameras and video cameras to inspect the inside of pipes and supply lines to look for damage and blockages.
Rough-In Plumbing Inspections
A rough-in plumbing inspection is a type of inspection that plumbing professionals carry out on homes being renovated or constructed. They take place before drywall and flooring are installed and are designed to help homeowners learn that their plumbing systems are correctly installed and up to code.
There can be many parts to a rough-in plumbing inspection, including:
- An overall plumbing system review
- Pipes – ensure proper alignment, installation, and support
- Drainage and ventilation – ensure drains and vents are the appropriate sizes and installed correctly
- Connections – ensure pipe connections and joints are secure and sealed
- Clearances – ensure pipes are installed with the necessary clearances from utilities and structural elements
Rough-in plumbing inspections can also involve functionality and pressure tests and ensuring all plumbing work meets code requirements.
Plumbing Top-Out Inspections
A plumbing top-out inspection is a type of inspection you might book with a trusted expert when your home is being constructed or remodeled. This type of inspection comes after the rough-in phase and before a final inspection.
These inspections are typically carried out when plumbing systems have been installed but before fixtures are installed and walls are closed in.
Trained service professionals are looking at how pipes, fittings, and other exposed components are installed. They’re also inspecting:
- Pipe connections to ensure they’re secure
- Pipe placement to verify pipes meet code requirements and are appropriately routed
- Ventilation – checking air gaps and vents to prevent drainage problems
- Drainage – ensuring drain lines are connected and adequately sloped
Final Plumbing Inspections
Final plumbing inspections occur toward the end of construction and renovation projects. This is when all plumbing fixtures, walls, and floors are in place.
Trained service professionals will carry out a series of checks, including:
- A complete plumbing system review
- Fixture installation checks
- Leak checks
- Functionality checks
- Water pressure tests
- Drainage and ventilation checks
Ask your chosen plumbing professional about comprehensive home plumbing inspections for peace of mind.