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Plumbing Inspection

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Marin and Sonoma Counties Plumbing Health

Plumbing Inspection Professionals

Most of us only think to call the plumber when something goes wrong. But what if you could prevent costly plumbing damage BEFORE it happens?

When it comes to plumbing leaks, in many cases the problem has existed long before you notice anything unusual. After all, most of your pipes are hidden behind walls, floors and ceilings.

If it’s been a while since you last scheduled an inspection, calling our trained professionals at Gotelli Plumbing can ensure that your plumbing system is working as intended and not putting your property at risk.

a Gotelli plumber at the entryway of a San Rafael home talking to a customer

Reasons To Get A Whole Home Plumbing Inspection

We get it! If nothing is wrong with your plumbing, why spend the time and money having it inspected? Unfortunately, this is exactly how small plumbing repairs and weaknesses turn into huge messes. That’s why you should schedule plumbing inspections regularly. Below are some situations where a plumbing inspection is particularly useful.

Your Plumbing Is Getting Old

Plumbing systems with a lot of history are at a higher risk of needing repairs, especially if they’ve needed repairs in the past few years. Homes that are over 30 years old also are likely to have been built with outdated pipe materials that are no longer approved for use in new buildings.

Even if your home has received renovations recently, it’s good to have someone double-check your pipes to ensure that old plumbing has been replaced or repaired correctly in the past. The older your home, the more likely your sewer lines have also seen some damage due to shifting from tree roots and earthquakes.

There’s Just Been A Major Earthquake

The largest fatalities from earthquakes don’t come from the shaking but from the fires and explosions caused by gas leaks. Even if your earthquake shutoff valve cuts off your home’s gas supply correctly, there still could be damage to your gas line.

Shifting soil can also impact your water line, regardless of how old the pipes are. After you’ve made sure your family is not in immediate danger after an earthquake, you should always call to schedule an inspection to ensure that future plumbing hazards are avoided.

You’ve Gotten A Bad Repair In The Past

Unfortunately, not every plumbing repair goes as expected. If your home has been the victim of a bad DIY or handyman job in the past, a professional inspection can ensure that there aren’t any additional problems caused and in need of repair.

Sometimes these mistakes are no more than an ugly faucet installation, but other times they can be dangerous and expensive to fix.

You Want To Reclaim Your Peace Of Mind

As a homeowner, you should be maintaining your plumbing regularly – not just when buying and selling a home. At the end of the day, an inspection every year or two will always be less expensive (and far less stressful) than a broken-down water heater or busted pipe. Our thorough inspection checklist will help your system last longer and perform to its potential.

What We Check During An Inspection

  • Kitchen Sinks: faucet, basket strainer, sink drainage, trap, emergency shutoff valves, disposal, dishwasher connection, water filter
  • Bathrooms: sinks (stopper, drainage, trap), emergency shutoff valves, shower/tub faucet/diverter, shower faucet/diverter, shower/tub drainage, shower head, tub spout, anti-scald device, toilet/bidet
  • Laundry Rooms: washing machine bibbs, washing machine hoses, washing machine drain, laundry sink faucet and drain
  • Water Heater: cold water shutoff valve, anode rod, upper and lower Elements, pressure/temperature valve, pilot assembly, venting, expansion tank, gas cock, supply lines, sediment trap, gas flex, year
  • Outside: water meter, hose bibbs, water pressure, hose shutoff valve, cleanout, backflow preventer, PRV, gas meter, EQ shutoff valve

Schedule An Inspection Today

If it’s time for a plumbing inspection on your Marin and Sonoma County home, there’s only one team that can get the job done right the first time. Call on Gotelli Plumbing for the best plumbing services — and the best experience!

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Gotelli was able to send a plumber out the day I called. Joey was friendly, knowledgeable, and professional and everything was back in order that same day. Thanks!
Steve Smith and his partner provided excellent service yesterday. They were quick and efficient, honest, friendly and professional. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone!
Joey was able to get out to us in the morning and inspect the leak we had outside the house. He figured out how to stop the leak while we figure out the next steps for repair. He also gave us some ideas for work arounds in the meantime. He did a quick inspection of the house and pointed out a few things that could be changed, but since no issues at the moment, not pressing. All and all, happy with the result.
I called Gotelli on a Friday afternoon with a plugged sewer system. The office was very understanding and very promptly answered our plea - dispatching Steve to our house. Steve was quick and very professional with clearing our lines, ensuring that both the house service lines and the lateral to the street were cleared. He also offered to check the pressure to our main water line service to ensure that our pressure reducer was working. And he offered suggestions regarding options for upgrading our hot water heater system. Steve's help and calm, friendly demeaner were greatly appreciated in our time of crisis!
Timely and efficient! I highly recommend.
Love the fact that Joey was able to get here on short notice and that he explains everything as he’s going along. He answered all of my questions and is extremely courageous
Him is Rdly Friendly and knowable absolutely I will call him back for future service
I found a puddle of water under my kitchen sink on a Fri morning. Was afraid I would have to wait until Monday, esp since I had a morning -early afternoon commitment. Tom was @ my door by 2pm, knew a trick to have the dishwasher fill, then in a minute empty - yes it was the garbage disposal leaking. At 17 yrs old it had done it's duty. Tom had the exact modeling in his truck, installed it & cleaned up the wet mess under the sink. Lovely. Will be using them again when I need a plumber.
Steve the technician who came to take care of my plumbing problem was very knowledgeable, professional, respectful and kind. I was very relieved and grateful that Steve was able to solve my plumbing problem. I have used Gotelli in the past and Steve was my technician at that time. He did an outstanding job then and again this time around. Thank you and very much appreciated.
Joey was knowledgeable and helpful. Our job was done quickly and we appreciated that he could come earlier than expected.
Tom has been to our house many times over the years. He's always professional, friendly and knows what he's doing! A great guy and a great company. Thanks Gotelli!
Great company that is there when you need them. Response time is outstanding. Thank you and true professionals. Highly recommend.
They were quick to get me on the schedule and my tech Joey was great, friendly, and efficient.
Gotelli found a solution to my plumbing problem that had been going on for two months! Another company was baffled. I love these guys!
Fernando was professional, great information for us regarding the issue. He has been to our home previously and has always been amazing. I feel we are in good hands!! Issue was solved.
Very professional and super experienced
Thank you Jason Ralph at Gotelli Plumbing for your outstanding service and expertise. We were very happy with the service you provided!!
Tom put in our garbage disposal. Did a great job. Everything was awesome. Thank you. Will call again with the next plumbing problem
Excellent service by Joey and his cohort. Good information and You will be my go -to from now on! Thanks!
Steve and Sebastian were great. Professional and courteous. They spotted the problem immediately and fixed it completely!
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