DR Francis Plumbing & Heating - Plumbing Inspection

Francis Plumbing & Heating

Ottawa's Home Comfort Specialist
(613) 224-0041

www.FrancisPlumbing.com

PLUMBING INSPECTIONS

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A Plumbing Inspection is
Good Preventative Maintenance & is essential for the Do-it-yourself renovator!

More homes are damaged by water than by fire so we offer you three different inspection programs specifically created for the Ottawa home owner or house flipper.

The Preventative Maintenance Plumbing Inspection is for someone considering buying or selling a home.

The Water Conservation Plumbing Inspection is for the homeowner who is trying to conserve water & energy.

The DYI Plumbing Inspection is created for the do it yourself or house flipper to give them the knowledge they need to know before, during and at the end of a project. Especially since nothing increases the value (and desire) of a home quicker and most cost effectively than a renovated bathroom or kitchen.

Preventative Maintenance Plumbing Inspection:

Do you really know what condition your plumbing is in? Although you may pay for a home inspection, this inspector is NOT a licensed plumber – he/she is only looking at the very basics. We complete the job where a home inspector leaves off. This is especially important when considering buying or selling your home.

Our Preventative Maintenance Plumbing Inspection includes:

Testing of all plumbing fixtures for leaks
Test drains for flow
Visual inspection of the following
- All plumbing pipes
- Sump pumps
- All plumbing fixtures
Evaluate age and efficiency of all plumbing fixtures and equipment
Safety check for potential hazards
Valves tagged for easy recognition
Testing of valves for proper operations
Written report of all findings including
- suggestions for upgrades if any
- notice of potential problem
Personal one on one consultation with our professional licensed plumber

NOTE: This inspection is highly recommended for new home owners or for those considering buying or selling their home. The inspection not only lets you know what you are getting into before you buy but it also gives you the professional consultation that can add real value to your home when trying to sell.

Water Conservation Plumbing Inspection:

With water prices going up and our natural resources dwindling many homeowners are choosing to take active steps towards conserving water and energy. Our Water Conservation Plumbing Inspection has been created to fill this specific need of helping our neighbors save water.

Our Water Conservation Plumbing Inspection includes:

Testing of all plumbing fixtures for possible leaks
Test drains for age & possible leaks
Visual inspection of the following
- All plumbing pipes
- Sump pumps
- All plumbing fixtures
Evaluate age and water saving efficiency of all plumbing fixtures and equipment
Valves tagged for easy recognition
Testing of valves for proper operations
Notification of any grants or rebates available for water savings home improvements
Written report of all findings including
- suggestions for upgrades to improve water savings
- notice of areas where water loss may be an issues
Personal one on one consultation with our professional licensed plumber
BONUS: For a limited time a $50 gift certificate* towards improving your homes water savings with each water conservation plumbing inspection

NOTE: This inspection is highly recommended before July 1st when the HST tax will raise prices by 8% on top of rate increases. Water costs are expected to rise by 18% by the end of 2010. Beat the costs by conserving now - it isn't just to save you money, you are saving our most vital resource for survival. Water.

Do-it-yourself (DIY) Plumbing Inspection:

If you are a home renovator or into flipping homes our DIY Plumbing Inspection is ideal for the do it yourself (DIY) home renovator as it allows you to have your work inspected by a licensed and professional plumber before and after the work is completed.

Our Plumbing Inspection DIY Program includes:

Pre-consultation Inspection of your plans BEFORE you start renovating. Including
- Private one on one consultation with a professional & experienced licensed plumber
- what permits you need to obtain (if any)
- review of your materials & fixtures
- review of the premises
- assessing if the work will meet all mandatory building and plumbing codes.
- assessment of what segments need to be completed by a licensed tradesman

Post Inspection of your work BEFORE you begin finishing floors and walls. This includes:
- Private one on one consultation with a professional & experienced licensed plumber
- Assessing the work to assure it meets all mandatory building & plumbing code
- Testing drains for flow
- Checking for possible leaks or poor connections
- Pressure testing if needed
- Notification of any work that has to be redone or changed to meet mandatory requirement

Final Inspection (optional) of completed work and finished fixture installation. This includes:
- Private one on one consultation with a professional & experienced licensed plumber
- Assessing the finished work
- Testing drains for flow
- Checking for possible leaks or poor connections
- Notification of any work that has to be redone or changed to meet mandatory requirement

NOTE : This inspection is highly recommended for the DIY house flipper who is on a tight budget and an even tighter deadline. Mistakes made during the process can cost you hundreds and even thousands of dollars in materials not to mention time delays that cost you even more money. Since many DIY projects that go over budget are due to expensive errors that have to be redone you can save yourself those costly mistakes by doing it right the first time.

To book your plumbing inspection (either the Preventative Maintenance or the Do It Yourself) just call our office during business hours and our customer service agent will be happy to assist you.

OTTAWA WEST 613-825-3427

OTTAWA CENTRAL 613-224-0041

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