What does a plumbing inspection include?
We inspect the visible supply piping and its material, the drain-waste-vent system, the water heater and its venting and connections, the main and fixture shutoffs, and water pressure and flow at fixtures. We also run fixtures to check for leaks and slow drains, and we test the sump pump where one is present.
What plumbing problems are common in Hutchinson homes?
Older Hutchinson homes often have aging galvanized supply lines that corrode and restrict flow, water heaters at or past their service life, and basements that depend on a sump pump to stay dry. Pipes in unconditioned areas are also at risk of freezing during our hard Minnesota winters.
Do you inspect the water heater?
Yes. We check the water heater's age, capacity, connections, temperature-and-pressure relief valve, and venting, and we note signs of leaking, corrosion, or improper installation. A unit nearing the end of its life is flagged so you can budget for replacement.
Does the inspection cover the sewer line?
A standard plumbing inspection covers the visible drains inside the home but not the buried sewer lateral to the street. For older Hutchinson homes with clay or cast-iron laterals prone to roots and breaks, we strongly recommend adding a camera sewer scope as a separate test.
Will you test the sump pump?
When a sump pump is present and accessible, we test its operation by raising the float to confirm it activates and discharges. We also note the discharge routing, since a line that dumps water back against the foundation can undo the pump's whole purpose.
