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🔧 Plumbing Issues Found During Ottawa Home Inspections

Real plumbing defects and failures documented during home inspections across Ottawa and surrounding areas — part of every pre-purchase inspection we conduct.

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What We Check

  • Supply lines — material type, pressure, shut-off valve function
  • Drain, waste, and vent system — flow, blockages, venting
  • Water heater — age, condition, temperature relief valve, venting
  • Fixtures — leaks at supply lines, drains, and shutoffs
  • Sump pump — operation, discharge line, battery backup
  • Visible pipe materials — galvanized, lead, polybutylene
  • Exterior hose bibs and shutoffs — freeze protection

Common Issues We Find

  • Galvanized steel supply pipes in older Ottawa homes — reduced flow and rust
  • Water heaters past their service life (typically 10–12 years)
  • Improper drain slope causing slow drainage and backups
  • Missing or faulty temperature pressure relief valves on water heaters
  • Sump pumps without battery backup — a risk in Ottawa wet seasons
  • Polybutylene piping — prone to failure and often uninsurable

Why This Matters

Plumbing defects range from minor maintenance items to major failures that can cause extensive water damage. Ottawa homes built before 1980 frequently have older pipe materials approaching end of life. A thorough plumbing assessment during the home inspection helps buyers understand current condition, upcoming replacement costs, and any immediate safety concerns.

Previous Findings

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