Your recently purchased up-scale home may have plumbing problems. How could that be, you may ask? Actually, even in new plumbing in fine homes, mistakes can be made. Less than the best quality materials may be used in out of sight areas, to save on construction cost. Your lovely new home may conceal a multitude of problems behind its walls and under its floors.
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You may avoid or at least minimize these problems by being wary, or even suspicious, and extremely thorough in your initial inspection of each home on your list of likely prospects. Look at, in, around, under, and over everything you can get to. Do not let the salesperson distract your from your examination by pointing out the amenities and tasteful decor. Look at the plumbing
and other systems from the point of view of the person who will be paying to fix any problems found after the deal is done. You may consult your local plumbing expert to help you with the inspection, and also to advise on the installation of any upgrades you may be considering, such as a water-treatment system.