Plumbers Monterey Warn People About Hidden Plumbing Problems When Buying A New Home

MONTEREY, Calif. - May 12, 2015 - PRLog -- When selling your home to move into a bigger property is a dream come true for most people. However, it can also be a plumbing nightmare warns Plumbers Monterey. The last thing a person wants when they move into a new home is to find out they have to get the plumbers in and pay for various repairs to be made.

The plumbing expert has put together some tips on what to look out for when thinking about moving to a new home.

1.    Check for dripping taps

When viewing a property, it is important to look at the taps and see if any of them are dripping. If they are, ask the current homeowner if they are planning to have this fixed before the sale goes ahead.

2.    Boiler Pressure

Ask the current homeowner if they have trouble with the boiler pressure. If a boiler needs to be topped all the time, then this shows there is a problem. We would suggest asking your solicitor to include in the sale, confirmation there is no problems with the boiler. If you move into the property and there is a problem with the boiler, then you can make the previous owners liable and therefore they will have to pay for any repairs.

3.    Outside water pipes

Check the outside water pipes and make sure they are in good repair. If the pipes are copper, then run your hands along them and check for any signs they are damaged.

4.    Check the toilet works properly

It is important to flush the toilet while viewing a property. This is to make sure the toilet is in good working order.

If is important to check the state of the plumbing system in the property before any sale goes ahead. A good idea would be to contact a plumber and ask them to have a look at the property to see if any future repairs may be needed.

For more advice on what to look for, or if you need help with a plumbing issue, please visit http://www.plumbersmontereybay.com/