Buying a home in the Detroit, Michigan area is a big investment, which is why you should learn everything you can about it before finalizing the sale. A home inspection and sewer scope are essential steps in this education, as a professional will let you know about damage and defects that could affect your decision to buy. Checking the pipes, connections, and fixtures is one of the tasks on your AAPEX Home inspector's to-do list. Here's a closer look at why you should arrange to have the plumbing system investigated.

Why Get a Plumbing Inspection Before Buying a House?

1. Save Money

During the home inspection, your certified AAPEX Home inspector will be on the lookout for leaky pipes. Even a minor drip can be a costly headache leading to water damage and high water bills. The inspector will include their findings in a report, and you can then ask the seller to invest in pipe repair as a condition of the sale. It might also be feasible to lower the asking price of the home to incorporate the cost of repairs.

2. Ensure the Water Is Safe to Use

Our professionals will turn on each faucet to check the water pressure. We can also determine whether the water is discolored or has a strange smell. Poor water quality could be caused by rusty pipes, sediment buildup inside the water heater, or additional concerns. From there, we can provide general information on the types of repairs that might be necessary to make the water safe to use for cooking, drinking, bathing, and household chores. 

3. Ensure Water Heater Safety

If the water heater is a gas-burning model, we will inspect the burner to make sure it shuts off correctly. This will prevent dangerous gas buildup in living spaces. 

At AAPEX Home inspections, we also check the vents to make sure carbon monoxide is safely directed out of the home. By knowing about any problems with the appliance before moving in, you can get the issues fixed to ensure your family's safety isn't compromised.

To ensure peace of mind and buying power for your prospective new home, reach out to AAPEX Home Inspection Services in Grosse Pointe Park, MI.  Serving customers since 2006, our certified home inspectors will check for plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and structural issues as well as additional concerns, so you can decide what steps to take next. Learn more about the process online and call (313) 499-1199 to schedule a pre-purchase home inspection in the Wayne County, Oakland County and Macomb County areas.