Plumbing Only Summary

Plumbing Items Only Summary

This was created to contain all of the plumbing summary items that are in the full inspection report summary in one location for easy reference.

Due Diligence Items

WH-1 Water Heater - Water Heater:
This was a very old water heater. The average life of these water heaters is 8-20 years. The service life of a water heater will depend on a variety of factors such as water quality and regular scheduled maintenance such as flushing the tank and replacing sacrificial anodes. Recommend evaluation as needed by a Qualified Contractor.

PS-1 Plumbing System - Distribution Piping:
Dissimilar metal connections were noted in the supply piping systems at the rear of the house. These could lead to electrolysis and premature deterioration of the metal piping. Dielectric fittings should be used where galvanized steel pipes meet copper pipes. Have this evaluated and repaired as recommended by a Qualified Plumbing Contractor.

PS-2 Plumbing System - Exterior Hose Bibs:
The hose bibs noted on this building were missing the anti siphon devices and updating is recommended. Modern hose bibs are typically anti siphon style which can prevent water from your hoses backing into your water supply system. Consider installing anti siphon hose bibs or adding an anti siphon device to the existing hose bibs. The following video shows a vacuum breaker. Click Here
WH-2 Water Heater - Water Heater:
The water heater bottom burn chamber exhibited signs of corrosion that is typically the product of corrosion of the water tank. This indicates that the water tank has suffered some corrosion. Recommend evaluation as needed.
FDS-1 Fuel Distribution System - Fuel Distribution Systems:
There was no sediment trap found for the gas pipe at the gas water heater. Sediment traps are designed to prevent fouling of gas equipment by allowing sediment to fall out of the gas supply. Sediment traps are required at all automatically controlled gas appliances. Recommend repairs as needed.
BC-2 Bathroom Components - Showers and Bathtubs:
At the Main and upstairs Hallway Bathrooms, the handles leaked when running the water. Recommend evaluation and repairs as needed.
Main bathroom
Upstairs hallway bathroom
Main bathroom
Upstairs hallway bathroom