Plumbing inspections in Central New Jersey

Yes, especially for an older home. A general home inspection looks at plumbing in passing and usually doesn't run a camera through the sewer line, and a broken or root-filled sewer line is one of the most expensive surprises a new owner can find. A plumbing inspection gives you facts to plan or negotiate with.

We check every sink, toilet, tub and shower for leaks, flow and drainage, the water heater's age, temperature, relief valve and venting, exposed supply and drain lines, shut-off valves, outdoor faucets and water pressure. When the house or the drains call for it, we add a sewer camera inspection of the main line.

The $49 service fee applies, and you get a detailed line-item estimate. A separate report fee may be charged if you tell us that estimate isn't enough for you.

Once a year is a good rule, ideally along with flushing the water heater. Inspect sooner if the house is more than about 40 years old, you notice leaks or slow drains, or you are about to buy, sell or remodel. A yearly check catches small problems like a dripping valve before they turn into water damage.

Usually not. Most standard home inspections only run water through the fixtures and look at what is visible. A sewer camera inspection is a separate service that sends a camera down the main line to look for roots, cracks, sags and collapsed sections. Ask your inspector, or book it with us separately.

You get a plain list of what is in good shape, what needs attention soon and what can wait, with written upfront flat-rate pricing options for any repair you want us to do. If we run a sewer camera, you watch the footage with us. Buyers use the list to plan repairs or negotiate before closing.