Home Inspection Montreal, Canada
Plumbing Inspection Montreal
The plumbing inspection covers the visible water supply, drainage and hot water equipment inside the home. We run fixtures to check the functional flow and look for leaks.
Our inspections are visual and follow the APCHQ Standard of Practice. We examine the systems and components that are readily accessible and safe to reach. We do not open walls, take equipment apart or move furniture and stored items.
Water Supply
- The visible water distribution piping
- The type and location of the main shut-off valve
- Exterior faucets and their vacuum breakers
- Interior fixtures and faucets, their functional flow and any leaks
- Cross connections
Drainage
- The visible drain, waste and vent piping
- Traps and floor drains
- The location of backwater valves and cleanouts
- Sumps and sump pumps, and sewage ejector pumps
- Yellowish or reddish water in a sump or catch basin
Water Heater
- The type of equipment and its tank capacity
- The manufacture date shown on the plate, and the location
- The energy source
- The presence of a shut-off valve
- The presence of a pressure relief valve and its discharge pipe
What a Plumbing Inspection Does Not Cover
- Operating shut-off or safety valves
- Water treatment systems and filters
- Fire sprinklers and lawn irrigation
- Water quality and the quantity of the water source
- Foundation drainage systems
- Pools, spas, whirlpool tubs and saunas
- The waterproofing of showers and tubs
- Septic systems and wells, or whether services are municipal or private
Plumbing in Montreal Homes
Yellow or reddish deposits in a sump or catch basin can point to ochre, a condition that can clog foundation drains in some areas around Montreal. When we see it, we note it so you can consult a drain specialist.
Part of Every Inspection We Offer
This check is included in every pre-purchase inspection, pre-sale inspection and walk-through inspection we perform across Montreal and the surrounding area. Findings appear in a signed, dated written report with photos. See all our service areas.
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