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Plumbing Inspections in Union County, NJ — See What's Really Going On

Buying a home, selling one, or just want to know what's behind the walls? A licensed plumber inspection tells you what a general home inspection won't.

Most plumbing problems start hidden — behind a wall, under a slab, inside an old cast-iron line. By the time you see them, the damage is already done. Continental Plumbers has been inspecting homes across Union County since 1985. We give you a clear, written report — what's good, what's a problem, and what's a ticking time bomb — so you can make decisions with facts, not guesses.

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When You Need a Plumbing Inspection

Five Times It Pays to Get a Plumbing Inspection First

Some moments make a plumbing inspection one of the smartest few hundred dollars you’ll spend. Here are the most common:

You're Buying a Home

A general home inspector looks at plumbing surface-level. We dig deeper — sewer line camera, water pressure testing, water heater age, pipe material in the walls. You walk into closing knowing exactly what you're buying.

You're Selling Your Home

Get ahead of the buyer's inspection. Fix what's actually a problem, ignore what isn't, and avoid the last-minute price negotiation that costs thousands.

It's Been a Few Years

If your last inspection was over 3-5 years ago — or you've never had one — small issues have probably started. Catch them before they become emergencies.

After a Big Storm or Flood

Heavy rain, flooded basement, or backed-up sewer line? An inspection finds what got damaged and what's at risk.

You Manage Rental Property

Between tenants is the right time. We inspect, document, and give you a clear report — useful for the next lease and for insurance.

What We Inspect

A Complete Plumbing Inspection — Inside and Out

A real plumbing inspection is more than a walkthrough. Here’s what we cover:

Fixtures & Faucets

Every faucet, toilet, tub, shower, and sink. Check for leaks, flow, drainage, and seal integrity.

Water Heater

Age, condition, anode rod, sediment, venting, T&P valve. Tell you how many years it has left.

Supply Lines

Pipe material (copper, PEX, galvanized, lead), pressure testing, visible corrosion, joint condition.

Drain Lines

Flow testing on every drain, check for slow drains, gurgling, vent issues, and signs of partial clogs.

Sewer Line (Camera)

We send a camera through your main sewer line to see root intrusion, cracks, bellies, or collapse — available as add-on.

Water Pressure & Flow

Test PSI at multiple fixtures, check for pressure regulator issues, identify low-flow problems.

Visible Leaks & Damage

Walls, ceilings, under sinks, around water heater. Document water stains, soft spots, and mold indicators.

Gas Lines (Visible)

Check accessible gas line connections, shutoffs, and signs of corrosion or leaks.

We Get It

Why People Hesitate — and Why They Shouldn't

We hear the same hesitations from Union County neighbors every week:
"The home inspector already checked the plumbing."

General home inspectors are great at what they do — but they're generalists. They turn on faucets, check water pressure, and look for obvious leaks. They don't run a sewer line camera. They don't test pipe material in the walls. They don't tell you the water heater is on year 14 of a 12-year life. We do.

"My house is old. I'm afraid of what you'll find."

We understand. Most older Union County homes have some combination of galvanized pipes, cast-iron drains, or aging fixtures. Knowing what's there isn't the same as having to fix it all today. We give you a prioritized report: what's urgent, what's coming in the next 2-5 years, and what's fine as-is. You decide what to do with that information.

"I just need a checkup. I don't want a sales pitch."

Same here. Our inspections are flat-fee. We give you the report. We don't tie repair recommendations to our schedule, and we don't quote on the spot unless you ask. The inspection is the product — what you do next is up to you.

What You Get

Your Inspection Report — Clear, Written, Yours to Keep

You don’t just get a verbal “looks fine” or “looks bad.” You get a written report you can show your spouse, your real estate agent, your insurance company, or the seller’s agent during negotiation.

Written Report

Itemized findings with plain-English explanations — not just plumber jargon.

Photos of Issues

Visual proof of every problem we found. Useful for negotiation or insurance.

Priority Ranking

Urgent / Soon / Watch / Fine — so you know what to act on now vs. later.

Estimated Repair Ranges

Ballpark numbers for any recommended repairs, so you can plan or negotiate.

The Neighbor Difference

Why Union County Chooses Continental

Local since 1985

40+ years inspecting Union County homes. We know what's in these walls.

Written report, every time

No verbal "looks fine." Documentation you can use.

No pressure, no upsell

Inspection is the product. What you do next is up to you.

Licensed & insured

NJ Master Plumber License #9142. Reports trusted by realtors and insurance.

Where We Serve

Plumbing Inspections Across Union County

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Plumbing Inspection FAQs

Standard plumbing inspection: 60–90 minutes. Add a sewer line camera and it's about 2 hours total. We work with your schedule.
Yes — plumbing inspections are a flat fee, quoted before we schedule. Unlike emergency repairs, this is a paid service because the report is the deliverable.
Within 24 hours of the inspection. Delivered to your email, ready to forward to your realtor, attorney, or insurance agent.
Yes. A general home inspector is licensed for whole-home inspection. We're licensed Master Plumbers — we go deeper into pipes, drains, water heaters, and the parts of plumbing a generalist isn't trained to evaluate.
Yes. We do single inspections and recurring inspection schedules for property managers across Union County. Reports are formatted for landlord/tenant records.