The builder walkthrough is the buyer's last chance to see the plumbing before the keys. The focused walk checks the fixtures and the function.
The fixtures
Run every faucet, flush every toilet, and test every shower. hard water is common across the region, and older neighborhoods still have galvanized supply lines In Charleston, the runs are the test.
The finishes
Check the caulk, the trim, and the fixture finishes for the defects. hard water is common across the region, and older neighborhoods still have galvanized supply lines In Charleston, the finishes are the polish.
The leaks
Look under the sinks and around the fixtures for the drips. hard water is common across the region, and older neighborhoods still have galvanized supply lines In Charleston, the look is the find.
The drains
Test each drain's speed and the flow of the water. hard water is common across the region, and older neighborhoods still have galvanized supply lines In Charleston, the flow is the check.
The heater
Confirm the heater's install, the venting, and the setting. hard water is common across the region, and older neighborhoods still have galvanized supply lines In Charleston, the heater is the big item.
The list
The findings go on the punch list with the photos. hard water is common across the region, and older neighborhoods still have galvanized supply lines In Charleston, the list is the record.
The call
Walk the new home's plumbing. Call 888-217-3585 and Charleston, SC Plumbing Helpers will match you with a Charleston pro for the review.
Plumbing in Charleston: what to know
In Charleston, hard water is common across the region, and older neighborhoods still have galvanized supply lines. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Charleston County — from Mount Pleasant, James Island and Hanahan to ZIP codes like 29405, 29409, 29403 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
Need a hand in Charleston?
If a plumbing issue is beyond a quick fix, don't wait for it to get worse. Call 888-217-3585 and Charleston, SC Plumbing Helpers will match you with a vetted local pro — usually within minutes. Learn more about plumbing help in Charleston.