Commercial Plumbing Inspections with Mr. Rooter Plumbing

If you’re thinking about booking a commercial plumbing inspection through your local service provider, you may be curious about what systems we’ll inspect. We’ll perform visual and camera plumbing inspections while following a checklist similar to this:

• Plumbing system layout – verify the layout and component accessibility
• Maintenance records – check repair records and historical maintenance
• Pipes and piping systems – look for leaks, corrosion, damage, and intact insulation
• Fixtures and faucets – inspect faucets, sinks, toilets, and other fixtures, as well as test water flow
• Drainage systems – look for signs of damage, leaks, and clogs, as well as check drains for flowing water and inspect the cleanout accesses
• Sewer systems – inspect sewer lines for cracks, roots, and blockages and ensure sewer vents are functioning and clear
• Water supply systems – inspect water meters, measure water pressure, and check for cross-connections
• Backflow prevention – verify and test backflow prevention devices
• Water heaters – Inspect water heater condition, check temperatures, inspect for leaks and corrosion, and confirm the operation of pressure relief valves
• Grease traps – check for clogs
• Emergency systems – inspect sump pumps and emergency shutoff valves
• Code compliance – check for permits and local codes and standards
• Safety and accessibility – include inspecting safety features

If you’re unsure whether a plumber inspection is right for you, we’ve included a list of people who may benefit from them:

Property Owners and Landlords

Whether you’re a landlord with tenants or an owner-occupier, consider booking a commercial plumbing inspection with a trusted expert. These inspections can alert you to potential problems and give you a chance to solve them before they become large, costly ones. Regular inspections as a property owner can also help your building comply with regulations.

Property Managers

You might not own a commercial property, but that doesn’t mean you can’t book a one-off or annual plumbing inspection for one. Property managers may like to consider them to help manage maintenance schedules and address problems that have the potential to affect tenant satisfaction.

Real Estate Investors/Buyers

Commercial buildings can cost a significant sum of money, and you want them to be worth what you’re paying. Booking a plumber with camera inspection equipment to perform a thorough inspection may reveal hidden issues that could provide you with room to negotiate.

Business Owners

You want your business to work at its best in a commercial space, which can often rely on plumbing systems. You may be able to reduce the risk of emergency callouts and plumbing system failures and keep your everyday operations running smoothly by booking regular plumbing inspections.

When you book plumbing camera inspections through trusted service professionals, you’re likely curious about the equipment they’ll turn up with. Many of the best plumbing inspection providers use some of the following equipment:

• Video cameras
• Pipe inspection robots
• Leak detection systems
• Thermal imaging cameras
• Hydrostatic pressure testing equipment
• Flow meters
• Borescope inspection tools
• Pipe locators
• Water quality testing kits
• Acoustic sensors
• Digital pressure gauges
• Drain snakes/augers

There is no right or wrong time to book plumbing inspection services near you. However, you may like to prioritize this valuable service when you are:

• Buying or leasing a property
• About to undertake construction work or major renovations
• Are performing routine maintenance
• Have carried out repairs and upgrades
• Experiencing plumbing issues
• Getting a property ready for a new tenant
• Preparing a property for a sale or transfer
• Updating your insurance policies
• Responding to regulatory changes
• Being asked to get one by regulatory authorities

Are you not yet convinced that you need to invest in a commercial plumbing inspection through a trusted provider? Here are just a few reasons why you may like to make it a priority:

Prevent Costly Repairs

Many commercial property owners aren’t aware that they have problems with their plumbing fixtures and systems until they’re on the brink of failure – or already have failed. You don’t have to wait that long. Plumbing inspections give you an opportunity to fix problems when they’re minor rather than waiting until they’re major.

Ensure Code Compliance

Commercial buildings generally have to meet local building codes and regulations. You may be able to reduce the risk of legal issues and fines by inspecting your building’s plumbing systems and ensuring their compliance.

Maintain Property Value

Just as you might spend less to buy a property with failing or failed plumbing systems, potential buyers can do the same to you. You may be able to maintain your property’s value by prioritizing annual or regular plumbing inspections.

Plan for Maintenance and Upgrades

You can’t always plan for plumbing emergencies, but you can plan for maintenance and upgrades. Commercial plumbing inspection reports can be a road map for necessary repairs and maintenance to keep your property in good condition. 

Confirm Quality Repairs, Renovations, and Construction

You don’t have to take a contractor’s word for it that they’ve performed your business’s renovation, remodel, or build to a high standard. You can request an inspection to know for sure. The expert team at Mr. Rooter Plumbing is here to provide comprehensive plumbing inspection reports for repairs, renovations, and new builds for your peace of mind.

A plumber inspection cost can depend on the type of inspection services you’ve requested from your local plumbing service provider. The more comprehensive the plumbing inspection report, the more the service may cost.

You can ask your locally owned and operated Mr. Rooter Plumbing for the average cost of plumbing inspections in your area so you can budget accordingly.

The following can often be required for a rough plumbing inspection:

• A partially or fully installed plumbing system that isn’t covered by flooring or walls
• Plumbing components installed in place, like water supply lines, pipes, drains, and vents
• Approved building plans
• Pipe support and protection in place
• Ventilation and drainage systems installed and routed correctly
• Installed water supply lines
• Installed and connected drainage and waste lines
• Test results for water supply line pressure tests
• Plumbing inspection accessibility
• Installed backflow prevention devices
• Proper pipe labeling and documentation
• Local code compliance
• And more…

Plumbing pressure tests help ensure that plumbing systems can handle operational pressures and are free of leaks. They typically involve:

• All plumbing lines installed and connected
• A test medium to be selected – a water test or air test with compressed air or nitrogen
• Pressurization in the water test or air test
• Checking for leaks and pressure-holding
• Recording pressure levels
• Creating a detailed inspection report
• Performing post-test procedures like repairing leaks and scheduling re-inspections

A preline inspection is the name for a pre-construction or pre-drywall plumbing inspection that involves evaluating plumbing systems before floors, ceilings, and walls are installed and finished. These inspections are designed to verify that plumbing parts are installed correctly.