Plumbing

I will:

• determine and report whether the water supply is public or private;
• verify the presence and identify the location of the main water shut-off valve;
• inspect the water heating equipment, including venting connections, energy source supply system, and seismic bracing, and verify the presence or absence of temperature-/pressure-relief valves and/or Watts 210 valves;
• inspect all toilets for proper operation by flushing;
• inspect all sinks, tubs and showers for functional drainage;
• inspect the interior water supply, including all fixtures and faucets, by running the water;
• inspect the drain, waste and vent systems;
• describe any observed fuel-storage systems;
• inspect the drainage sump pumps, and operate pumps with accessible floats;
• inspect and describe the location of the main water supply and main fuel shut-off valves;
• inspect and report as in need of repair deficiencies in the water supply by viewing the functional flow in two fixtures operated simultaneously;
• inspect and report as in need of repair deficiencies in installation of hot and cold water faucets;
• inspect and report as in need of repair any mechanical drain stops that are missing or do not operate if installed in sinks, lavatories and tubs; and
• inspect and report any evidence that toilets are damaged, have loose connections to the floor, leak, or have tank components that do not operate.