A Fayetteville plumbing inspection is a plumber's review of the water heater, supply and drain lines, valves and fixtures, plus the sewer line on video if requested. It is a sensible step before buying or remodeling. Call the number on this page to be connected with a local plumber in Fayetteville.
What to expect after you call
Calling connects you with an independent plumber in the Fayetteville area. Expect a few questions: how old the house is, how many bathrooms it has, whether it sits on a slab, crawl space or basement, and what prompted the inspection. Pricing and timing are set with the plumber directly.
What goes into the quote
- Extras such as a meter leak test, pressure reading or gas line check
- Whether a sewer camera run is part of the visit
- How many bathrooms, fixtures and water heaters there are to check
- Crawl space height, attic access and finished walls that hide the pipe
- Whether you need a written report for a seller, agent or lender
- Finding or opening a cleanout before the camera goes in
Fayetteville's water picture
The City of Fayetteville runs its own water and sewer system, blending water from city wells with water bought from Fayette County Water System, and treating wastewater at its plant on Whitewater Creek. But a Fayetteville mailing address doesn't guarantee a city connection; some residents are Fayette County Water System customers, so check the bill.
The city spells out ownership clearly. It owns the main, the line to the meter, the meter and the meter box. The service line from the meter to the house is the customer's to repair with a plumber, and the city does not locate leaks on it. For a sewer backup, the city asks residents to call the Water Department at 770-460-4660 first so it can check its side. Housing is relatively young, with a median build year of 1999 and only about 9.1% before 1980. Permits inside city limits go through Building & Inspections, run by SAFEbuilt, using the BS&A online system.
A short prep list
- Move stored items away from the water heater and sink cabinets
- List any leaks, clogs or pressure problems you have noticed
- Clear a path to the crawl space entrance
- Print or forward the general inspector's report
- Gather receipts for past plumbing work, if any exist
- Note where the main water valve and any sewer cleanout are
Plumbing Inspection questions in Fayetteville
Where does my responsibility for the water service line begin?
Who handles a problem the plumber traces to the utility's side?
Is an inspection worth it on a newer house?
Can an inspection find a leak I can't see?
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