Plumbing Inspection in Union City, GA

What does a plumber usually look at in Union City houses?

Union City, nicknamed 'The Progressive City,' grew into a suburban bedroom community along I-85, Highway 138 and South Fulton Parkway. Its median home dates to 2002, and about 22.8% predate 1980. Most inspections focus on water heaters, pressure, valves, supply connectors and drain performance, with a closer look at pipe and laterals in older homes near Union Street.

What's the city's side, and what's mine?

The city's Water & Sewer Division maintains its own water distribution system, buying treated Chattahoochee River water from the City of Atlanta through ten master meters, and runs about 91 miles of sewer lines with lift stations. The city's utility FAQ is plain about the split: if the meter turns with all fixtures off, the leak is on the customer's side, Public Works can't work on private property, and the owner should call a plumber. A meter test is a quick part of an inspection. The division also administers a backflow and cross-connection control program; ask the city about testing requirements for an irrigation system.

Who issues the permit for repairs?

Union City Community Development issues building, plumbing and other permits through the city's online iWorQ portal. The Building Permits Division is at 5041 Union Street, 770-515-7950, option 1.

Gas runs on Atlanta Gas Light pipes. If anyone smells gas, leave the house first, then call 911 and Atlanta Gas Light at 877.427.4321 from outside. For water and sewer questions, the Water & Sewer Division is at (770) 306-6855 on weekdays. If you are buying, book the plumber early in the due-diligence window and share the general inspector's report ahead of time, so the visit starts with whatever was flagged. Ask for written findings that separate safety items and near-term repairs from things to watch, and collect quotes on anything significant before deadlines pass. If you are planning a remodel, have the inspection done before demolition, when replacing old supply or drain lines costs the least. A camera run on the sewer line is a reasonable add-on for any lot with large trees or a history of slow drains.