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With summer coming, the biggest home selling season will soon be upon us. This means buyers will be looking for deals, but not necessarily looking as thoroughly beyond the price as they probably should. Most buyers would rather not see any problems, especially if they think they're getting a great price.
The easiest problem to avoid in a home is the plumbing. Buyers in love with the look and the price might not even look under the cabinet. Little do they realize that their price might go up significantly if there's a problem they don't find.
This is another area of protection home inspectors provide for buyers. What should you be looking for when performing your inspection of a home's plumbing?
-Examine all faucets to make sure none drip.
-Open cabinet doors and check under sinks for leaks.
-Check the water supply valves. Turn these on and off to test for leaks.
-Look for rust and corrosion on all plumbing fixtures.
-Flush the toilet to see that it functions efficiently, doesn't continue running, and refills properly.
-Check the base of the toilet for water damage or soft floors.
-Run the garbage disposal and dishwasher to check for proper function.
Remembering these, and other things to look for from your home inspection training, will make your services invaluable to homeowners and potential homeowners.
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