The Importance of Regular Plumbing Inspections for Homeowners

Importance of Regular Plumbing Inspections

Regular plumbing inspections are the process of going around your property and checking your fixtures, fittings and appliances for signs of leaks, damage, corrosion and wear and tear. This includes checking all visible pipes, taps, drains, your hot water system and appliances like your dishwasher and washing machine. 

You should be doing this yourself regularly, but some issues won’t be visible to the untrained eye, so it’s essential to book professional inspections also, especially if you notice anything that looks a little off, even if you don’t know why.

Benefits of Regular Inspections

Regular plumbing inspections offer a variety of benefits for protecting your property, saving you time and money and minimising stress, such as:

• Early Detection of Issues: By checking your plumbing regularly, you will be able to catch any issues early before they spiral out of control. This will save you lots of stress and hassle, but also money, as inspections are often cheaper than repairs, especially if the issue occurs outside of business hours (as they generally do).

• Enhanced Safety: By catching plumbing issues early you can minimise water damage to your structural foundations and internal walls and ceilings to protect your property’s structural integrity. Catching and repairing leaks early also minimises damp spots from leaks that can promote the growth of mould.

• Better Water Efficiency: Unaddressed leaks can waste litres worth of water each minute which isn’t just bad for the environment, but also significantly raises your water bills unnecessarily. By repairing leaks promptly you can save money on your water bills and promote water efficiency by ensuring that your fixtures and appliances are working properly.

• Protection of Plumbing: Certain damages can reduce the performance of your plumbing systems and cause them to wear down quickly. For example, leaks and rust can quickly corrode your pipes or hot water system, similarly, if the anode rod in your hot water system corrodes it can leave your tank unprotected and open to damage. By repairing these issues quickly, you can ensure your plumbing system lasts longer and performs as it should.

What’s Involved in Professional Plumbing Inspections

As we mentioned earlier, DIY plumbing inspections involve checking all visible appliances and plumbing fixtures for damage. Professional plumbing inspections are not much different, except the experts will have more specialised knowledge and equipment to complete more thorough checks. 

At Essendon Plumbing Services, when we complete a plumbing inspection we will do a thorough assessment of all of your pipes and internal and external fixtures including taps, drains, showers and toilets and pay special attention to your hot water system, backflow prevention devices and Thermostatic mixing valves. In addition, we can also check any areas of concern that you have such as leaking gutters and water damage around your house or property.

If we notice any issues or damages during our inspection, we will update you and provide a customised repair or replacement plan for the required restorations along with an obligation-free quote for you to consider.

Recommended Frequency of Inspections

You should be completing full DIY inspections on at least a monthly basis, or at least monitoring your plumbing for any changes whenever you use it. This is as simple as checking for unexplained increases in your water bills, monitoring taps for drips, watching out for slow-draining sinks, and fluctuating water temperatures or pressure.

However, it is recommended that you have your plumbing inspected by a professional service annually to minimise damage and catch any potential issues early. But, if you notice any issues during your personal inspections or while using your plumbing, it’s important to schedule an inspection or repairs promptly, before they turn into a major plumbing problem or after-hours emergency.

Book A Professional Plumbing Inspection Today!

In conclusion, if it’s been a while since you last inspected your plumbing systems you should really get on to it! Give it a quick check yourself and then call in the professionals for a more thorough assessment and overview of required repairs to keep your plumbing performing to a high standard.

Catch minor plumbing issues before they escalate into major damage or disasters. Call our team of experienced and fully qualified plumbers at Essendon Plumbing Services to book a general plumbing inspection today.