Plumbing Inspections for Gulf Coast Home Buyers, Sellers & Owners

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I get a plumbing inspection when buying a home?

Yes — especially on the Gulf Coast, where older homes often have galvanized pipe, aging water heaters, or cast iron drain lines that a general home inspector might note but not fully evaluate. A plumbing-specific inspection gives you a clear picture of what you're inheriting and what it will cost to address.

What's the difference between a plumbing inspection and a home inspection?

A home inspector covers plumbing as one of many systems and typically won't run water long enough to find slow drains, test flush cycles on every toilet, or evaluate pipe material throughout the house. A plumbing inspection is focused — we evaluate the plumbing system specifically and in more depth.

What happens if the inspection finds problems?

We provide a written summary of everything we found. You decide what to do with it — use it in negotiations, request repairs before closing, budget for post-purchase repairs, or walk away. We give you the information; the decisions are yours.

Do you inspect sewer lines?

A standard inspection covers accessible drain lines. A sewer camera inspection of the main line from house to street is a separate service that we can perform on request. For older homes, we'd typically recommend it — cast iron drain lines on Gulf Coast homes built before the 1980s are often near end of life.

How long does a plumbing inspection take?

For a typical single-family home, expect 1.5 to 2.5 hours. Larger homes, homes with two water heaters, or properties with complex systems will take longer. We'll give you a time estimate when you call.