Taking a plumber to look at new house

Hot_Fuzz

Evening all, me and me OH have only had a basic valuation on our (hopefully) new property. However a friend has told us she took a plumber round to have a look at the boiler etc before she moved in.

My question is has anyone ever heard of this sort of practice before.

thanks

HF

clutton_2

yes - take anyone you want with you - this is the biggest purchase you will ever make - the surveyor will only really look at the basics of the structure, not the details like the plumbing - go for it - and take an electrician with you also !!!

newbuilds are notorious for having hundreds of snaggings - the more professional "eyes" you have to help you - the better

chant1l

And get a double glazing salesman as well, and a carpet salesman too for more unbiased advice......

Snow_Dog

If I were unknowledgeable (is that really a valid word or did I just make it up?) about plumbing and electrical then I would seriously consider a plumber or sparky having a look around.

Several times I have bought cars I have taken them to my garage for an inspection and thats for purchases that fall far short of a house purchase.

It is very useful to have an independant view of certain things and I would understand if anyone wanted to bring tradesmen round to view the plumbing or electrical systems if I was selling, the only stipulation I would have is I would also like to know their views in case there is something that they dont understand about the system.

Hot_Fuzz

I think we'll give it a go, i had never thopught or heard of anyone doing before, but if a few others think it's ok, can be bad. thanks guys