Visual inspection – A visual plumbing inspection costs $100 to $200 and includes only a visual assessment of the plumbing pipes, water lines, drains, fixtures, and water heaters.
Camera or video inspection – A camera or video plumbing inspection costs $300 to $1,100. The plumber feeds a high-resolution camera on a narrow cable through the pipes and water lines to locate blockages or identify issues.
Combination inspection – Plumbers charge $400 to $1,300 for a combined visual and camera inspection.
What is a plumbing inspection?
During a plumbing inspection, plumbers look for leaks, damage, or corrosion and make sure these fixtures are installed properly:
Toilets
Sinks
Bathtubs and showers
Faucets
Pipes and fittings
Appliances that use water
Water heaters
Main shut-off valve
Sump pumps
Outdoor hose bibs
Some plumbers also perform water pressure and water quality checks during the inspection.
How long does a plumbing inspection take?
A plumbing inspection typically takes 1 to 3 hours, depending on the size of your home and whether the plumber notices any issues along the way. Camera and combination inspections usually take longer than basic visual inspections because they're more thorough and require extra equipment.
Do I need a plumbing inspection?
Professionals recommend plumbing inspections every 1 to 2 years or before buying or selling a home. A standard home inspection costs$250 to $500+ but typically doesn't include a thorough evaluation of the plumbing.
You should also get an inspection if you notice:
Ongoing water temperature fluctuations
Strange sounds coming from your pipes
Odors in drains.
Regular inspections can help you catch issues before they escalate, which will prevent more costly repairs.
How do I choose a plumbing inspector?
Before hiring a plumbing inspector near you, follow these steps:
Get at least three inspection estimates to compare.
Look for plumbing companies that have 5+ years of experience.
Check out their company reviews on HomeGuide and Google.
Verify their company's insurance, license, and bonds.
Avoid the lowest quotes as quality may suffer.
Get a written estimate, contract, and warranty before the inspection begins.
Never pay in full before the inspection is done.
What questions do I ask plumbing inspectors?
Ask these questions to find a high-quality inspector:
How long have you been in business?
Do you have any relevant plumbing certifications?
Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?
How long will this inspection take?
Do you recommend a visual or camera inspection? Why?
Will there be any cleanup afterward, and is it included in this estimate?
What other fees should I expect?
Do you offer a warranty or guarantee on this?
Reviews for Denver plumbing inspectors
Recent success stories from people in the Denver area.
Anne R.
Immediate Response. Efficient solution to diagnosing burst pipe , corrected problem same day. He was professional and courteous.
MSP Plumbing, Appliance & Electrical
Marian J.
Professional. Brought the parts. Did the repair. Good job. Thanks
Paylss Rooter- Plumbing and Excavation
Assiya
I was struggle with my garden on trimming,clean up and hauling some branches from a old tree,I contact D&S Landscaping Services and they took care of the garden as they though it will look better,I'm happy with the result !?highly recommend them
D&S Landscaping services
Douglas B.
Pedro was responsive to my concerns and was personable.
New Connect Plumbing and Drain
Meredith W.
Thank you for the professional work and great pricing. Glad I found Raul. Will use in the future most certainly
ROYAL FLUSH PLUMBING & HVAC SERVICES LLC
Samantha M.
I can’t say enough about the experience I had with pipecraft. I had to have my house repiped and Jacob and heath were amazing. They showed up on time, explained everything to me, were super respectful of my house, animals and me, and cleaned up so well after themselves. Very impressed and will 100% use them in the future for any plumbing needs. In addition, their pricing was more than fair, which is always a plus! If you’re looking for a plumber, call Pipecraft!! You won’t regret it!
Pipecraft Plumbing, Inc
Ursula Running B.
Very personable and reasonable priced. Will hire again.
Gold Leaf Emergency Plumbers Denver
Rick B.
Oz is a pleasant and responsible young man. I called several companies to replace our 29 year old water heater and Oz was the second to leave a quote. This was 7/3/20 and worried about going the weekend with no hot water Oz told us he would get us taken care of that evening when he was finished with another install. I recieved a call at 4:30 and he was here before 6 with the water heater we picked out. I had the old one drained so we could pull it when he arrived and we did that. He worked on it until 9 pm and had us done that evening. We had a slight drop further down and old pipe that really had nothing to do with the job and when I texted him that night his response was within 3-5 min and it wasn't an emergency so Saturday morning was good. He showed up saturday morning with parts for another small jobwe were going to have done later and completed the leak and elbow leak. No extra charge for the elbow leak except for a couple parts we agreed to. This was one of two of our best experiences with hiring a company to do a job. We absolutely told Oz what a nice and professional young man he is! Thanks again Rick and Sharon Biddle.
Building Craft LLC.
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