Looking to buy a new home this year? A home is a major investment, so you want to make sure you’re dotting all your i’s and crossing all your t’s before doing so! There may be some serious plumbing issues you are unaware of, and they could end up costing you a lot of time and money if you choose to forgo a plumbing inspection.

Contrary to popular belief, older homes aren’t the only ones that can experience plumbing issues. In fact, newer homes are just as at risk. Whether you’re buying an older home or a newer home, make sure you schedule a plumbing inspection. It’s so important before signing any papers – and here are the top reasons why.

Plumbing issues can cost you more than just money – it can also cost you time. And time is not something you can get back! With the repeated plumber visits and having to deal with all these plumbing issues means you might miss work, or you might lose precious time with your family and friends.

When you first toured the house, you probably saw no obvious plumbing issues that caught your eye. After all, you likely would have asked some questions before you bought the house if something didn’t seem right. However, a lot of plumbing issues aren’t easily noticeable – such as hidden pipe leaks. During a plumbing inspection, a plumber will inspect all areas of the house, including under cabinets, outdoor pipes, exposed pipes, basement pipes, and in the walls, floors, and ceilings for any signs of hidden pipe leaks.

The later you wait to address plumbing problems, the worse they become. If you forgo a plumbing inspection, you could move in only to find some serious plumbing issues – like a leaky toilet, a burst pipe, or water heater issues. When a plumbing problem is discovered too late, it can end up costing you more money and could even cause damage to your new home.

Anyone who has bought a house can agree on one thing – it’s not cheap! There’s nothing worse than buying a house and moving in to find out there’s a ton of plumbing issues that need fixing. Before you bought the house, you may not have known you needed an entire septic system replacement, or that the pipes were old, rusted and corroded and also need replacing. These are all things a plumber is able to catch during an inspection, so you can avoid expensive surprises upon move in day.

With a 4.8 star rating, you can trust the pros at 247 Local Electrician  to take care of all your plumbing needs in Milwaukee, WI and surrounding areas. Give us a call today at (833) 220-2525 or contact us online here. We are here to help!