Plumbing issues can cause so many headaches for buyers, sellers and their agents. If you're a real estate pro, knowing a few simple tips and having an understanding of these problems can help put your and your clients' minds at ease
Preventative measures are critical
Who pays for repairs: contractor, inspector or seller?
If agent and broker are unwilling to help, consider ethics complaint
In many cases, expensive sealing, replumbing can be avoided
Why is U.S. so far behind?
Do you have anything to hide?
Raised platform meets code, but isn't enough
Culprit narrowed down to tank sediment
DIY pipe extension may do the trick
Is inspector on hook for inappropriate disclosure?
Why contractor recommends replacement instead
3 main causes of a faulty TPR valve
Hot water supply runs out within minutes
When new water heater forces updates, board says 'no'