Plumbing Inspections

By amie | July 23, 2013

Customers often ask, “What do you do during a plumbing inspection”? Here is a quick list of the 104 point inspection we perform.

BATHROOMS:

  1. Dye Test – Test toilets for leaks
  2. Flush Test
  3. Seat Tight
  4. Bolt covers tight
  5. Base secure/level
  6. Emergency Shut Off
  7. Supply Tube
  8. Anti-Siphon fill valve

LAVATORY SINK & FAUCET

  1. Leaks
  2. Aerators
  3. Faucet mounted/secure
  4. Handles
  5. Supplies
  6. Emergency Shut-Off Valve
  7. Drain piping / flow
  8. Pop-up assembly operation
  9. Shut-off / ease of operation
  10. Faucet operation

TUB/SHOWER UNIT & FAUCET

  1. Showerhead
  2. Tub Spout
  3. Handles
  4. Diverter Assembly
  5. Caulking
  6. Stopper Operation
  7. Drain Assembly / Flow
  8. Shut-off / Ease of operation
  9. Faucet operation

GARAGE / YARD

  1. Check Hosebibbs
  2. Shut Off Operation
  3. Vacuum Breaker
  4. Sealed & Anchored
  5. Anti-Siphon Device
  6. Drainable Shut-Off

WATER SUPPLY PIPING

  1. Proper Flow / Operation
  2. Emergency Shut-Off Valve
  3. Anchored Properly
  4. Insulation / Heat Tape
  5. Pressure Reducing Valve
  6. Shut-Off Valves Tagged

SANITARY SYSTEM

  1. Proper Flow / Operation
  2. Leaks / Corrosion
  3. Clean-Outs in Place
  4. Cover on FAV
  5. FAV Proper Height
  6. Back Water / Check Valve

KITCHEN

  1. Aerator
  2. Faucet Mounted / Secure
  3. Sprayer
  4. Shut Off / Ease of Operation

SINK

  1. Drain Flow
  2. Trap & Tubular Piping
  3. Supplies
  4. Emergency Shut-Off Valve
  5. Strainers
  6. Food Waste Disposal

OTHER

  1. Dishwasher Hose Loop
  2. Ice Maker / Line
  3. Ice Maker Water Filter
  4. Instant Hot Water Dispenser
  5. Soap Dispenser
  6. Dishwasher Supply
  7. Dishwasher Drain

FIREPLACE

  1. Gas Service
  2. Log Lighter
  3. Gas Logs

WET BAR

  1. Sink
  2. Faucet
  3. Drain

LAUNDRY

  1. Faucet Aerator
  2. Faucet Mounted/Secure
  3. Handles
  4. Drain Flow
  5. Trap & Tubular Piping
  6. Supplies
  7. Emergency Shut-Off Valve
  8. Strainers

WASHING MACHINE

  1. Hose / Hot & Cold
  2. Hose Strainers Clean
  3. Emergency Shut-Off Valve
  4. Gas / Electrical Supply
  5. Properly Vented
  6. Vent Clean / Unobstructed

UTILITY

  1. Emergency Water Shut-Off
  2. Drain Valve
  3. Safety Relief Switch
  4. Proper Temperature Range
  5. Burner Assembly Clean
  6. Gas / Electric Supply
  7. Emergency Gas Shut-Off Valve
  8. Draft / Ventilation
  9. Flu Piping
  10. CO2 Detector

SUMP PUMP

  1. Pit Clean
  2. Pump Operation
  3. Discharge Piping
  4. Check Valve
  5. Cover Secure
  6. Piping Anchored
  7. Back-Up System

We’ll check everything to make sure it’s running in tip-top-shape!! 

 

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