Pre-Purchase & Property Plumbing Inspections Bayswater & Eastern Suburbs
Buying, selling or managing a property in Bayswater or Melbourne's eastern suburbs? We inspect the plumbing a building report often skips and give you a clear written report with photos, so you know what you are dealing with before you commit.
- Clear Written Report You get a written report with photos and honest advice on what needs attention now versus later, so you can make the call with confidence.
- Trusted By Homeowners With over 160 5-star reviews, our satisfied customers speak for us.
- Licensed & Fully Insured Every inspection is carried out by a licensed plumber and gasfitter. Upfront pricing before any work begins.
Plumbing problems are expensive to find out about after settlement
A house can look perfect at an open for inspection and still be hiding thousands of dollars of plumbing trouble. A standard building inspection gives the plumbing a light once-over at best. By the time a failing hot water system, a slow leak, or a collapsed drain shows itself, you have already signed and the bill is yours.
Things we commonly find that catch buyers out:
- Hot water system near the end of its life and due for replacement
- Hidden leaks under sinks, in walls or in the roof space
- Low or uneven water pressure through the home
- Blocked or failing drains, including cracked terracotta in older homes
- Ageing galvanised pipe that is corroding from the inside
- Gas appliances or connections that are not safe or up to standard
A pre-purchase plumbing inspection gives you the full picture before you commit. It is one of the everyday home plumbing services we provide, and it can save you from an expensive surprise.
A thorough check by a licensed plumber and gasfitter
We go through the whole property properly rather than glancing at the taps. From the hot water system and water pressure to the drains, roof plumbing and gas, we check the things that actually cost money to fix and tell you honestly where the home stands.
Where it is useful, we can run a CCTV drain camera to see inside underground drains and catch root intrusion or cracked pipe before it becomes your problem. On older homes we pay close attention to galvanised pipe and terracotta drains, which are the usual culprits behind big repair bills.
- Hot water system age, condition and expected life
- Water pressure and visible and hidden leaks
- Under-sink, bathroom and kitchen plumbing
- Drainage, blocked-drain risk and CCTV camera where useful
- Roof plumbing, gutters, gas appliances and gas safety
- Clear written report with photos and priorities
Trusted by over 160 melbourne home owners
- Carla D Home Owner
Jason is a reliable plumber, super responsive and arrives on time. there were a few logistical issues in our old 1970s bathroom renovation and he was honest about what could reasonably be done and worked within our budget. Our go-to guy for plumbing!
- Holly S Home Owner
Upon getting in touch with Jason from McPherson Plumbing & Maintenance, he promptly dispatched his wonderful team to address both issues in just a matter of days. I cannot speak highly enough of this group. It is reassuring to know that Jason and his team are dedicated to going above and beyond, all while offering fair pricing.
- Carlos R Home Owner
Jason is very professional and always very honest about his work. We were very happy with his work. We did a big bathroom and kitchen renovation and he did all the plumbing for us.
Book a Property Plumbing Inspection in Bayswater
Whether you are buying, getting a home ready to sell, or managing a rental, get in touch. We can talk through what you need over the phone and give you a quote before we book the inspection in.
- Phone 0407 696 994
Over 160 5-Star reviews from eastern suburbs homeownersLocal knowledge of the homes you are buying into
McPherson Plumbing is based in Bayswater North and inspects properties across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, including Knox, Boronia, Heathmont, Wantirna, Ringwood, and surrounding areas. We know the housing stock around here, from post-war homes on terracotta drains to newer builds, and what tends to go wrong in each.
As a licensed plumber and gasfitter, we cover the water side and the gas side in the one visit, so nothing falls through the gap between trades. We inspect for buyers who want to know what they are getting into, for owners getting a home ready to list, and for landlords and property managers who want routine condition checks on their rentals.
Our report is honest and easy to read. If the plumbing is in good shape we will tell you that too. And if we spot something urgent, like a leaking pipe or a drainage issue, we can talk you through what it takes to put it right. We quote before we start, with no hidden charges.
Why locals choose us for property inspections
- Clear written report with photos and priorities
- Licensed plumber and gasfitter, water and gas both covered
- CCTV drain camera available where it is useful
- Honest advice on what needs attention now versus later
- Upfront quotes, no hidden charges
Clear written report with photos and prioritiesProperty & Pre-Purchase Plumbing Inspection FAQs
We check the parts of the plumbing a standard building inspection often skips. That includes the age and condition of the hot water system, water pressure, visible and hidden leaks, under-sink and bathroom plumbing, drainage and blocked-drain risk, roof plumbing and gutters, gas appliances and gas safety, and any signs of ageing galvanised pipe or terracotta drains in older homes. You get a clear picture of what you are actually buying before you commit.
Yes. Every inspection comes with a clear written report with photos and honest advice. We tell you what needs attention now, what can wait, and rough priorities, in plain language rather than jargon. It gives you something solid to base your decision or your price negotiation on.
Most inspections take one to two hours on site, depending on the size and age of the property. Older homes with galvanised pipe or terracotta drains usually take a little longer because there is more to check. We follow up with your written report shortly after.
Yes, and we know timing is tight around auctions. Book us in as early as you can and we will do our best to fit the inspection in and get your report back before you need to bid, so you are not going in blind on the plumbing.
Where it is useful, yes. A CCTV drain camera lets us see inside underground drains and pick up root intrusion, cracked terracotta, or partial blockages that you cannot spot from the surface. This is especially worthwhile on older properties. We will let you know if a camera inspection makes sense for the home you are looking at.
Yes. We are based in Bayswater North and inspect homes across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, including Knox, Boronia, Heathmont, Wantirna, Ringwood, Ferntree Gully, and surrounding areas. If you are not sure whether we cover the suburb you are buying in, give us a call.