Pre Home Purchase Inspection
Buying a home? Check the drains before you sign.
A home might look perfect on inspection day, but what’s happening underground could tell a very different story.
Blocked drains, damaged pipes, tree root intrusion and deteriorating sewer lines can be expensive problems to discover after settlement. A professional pre-purchase drain inspection can help identify potential issues before you commit to the property.
Don’t buy someone else’s plumbing problem.
Our pre-home purchase drain checks are designed to give you a clearer picture of the condition of the property’s drainage system before you buy.
We can inspect accessible drains and use professional CCTV drain camera technology to look inside the pipework and identify issues that may not be visible from the surface.
What can we look for?
Depending on the property and drainage layout, our inspection can help identify:
Tree root intrusion
Cracked or damaged pipes
Broken or displaced pipe joints
Blockages and built-up debris
Collapsed or deteriorating pipework
Poor drainage
Pipe restrictions
Potential sewer line problems
Previous repair work
Other signs of drainage deterioration
Why get a drain check before buying?
Avoid unexpected repair bills
Drain repairs can become expensive, particularly when excavation or pipe replacement is required.
Know what you're buying
A property inspection doesn't always reveal problems hidden underground. A drain inspection gives you additional information about the property's plumbing infrastructure.
Use the information when negotiating
If an issue is identified before settlement, you may be able to discuss repairs or the purchase price with the seller.
Buy with greater confidence
Knowing the condition of the drainage system can give you greater peace of mind before you make one of the biggest purchases of your life.