The Inspection Melbourne Home Buyers Skip
When buying a home in Melbourne's East — suburbs like Ringwood, Bayswater, Ferntree Gully, Lilydale or Croydon — most buyers commission a standard building and pest inspection. Far fewer commission a CCTV drain inspection, despite the fact that drainage issues can cost $5,000–$30,000 to rectify.
Why Older Homes Are Higher Risk
Homes built before 1985 in Melbourne's South East almost certainly have earthenware drain pipes. These are now 40–60 years old, and many are showing tree root intrusion, cracked joints, partial collapse, or significant corrosion. None of this is visible in a standard building inspection.
What a Pre-Purchase Drain Inspection Covers
- Full CCTV inspection of all accessible drain lines
- Identification of tree root intrusion and severity
- Detection of cracked, broken or collapsed pipe sections
- Pipe joint condition and displacement
- Written report suitable for use in contract negotiations
A pre-purchase drain inspection costs a fraction of what drainage repairs cost. If it reveals a problem, use it to negotiate a price reduction or walk away before it's too late.
Book a pre-purchase drain inspection in Melbourne's South East with Jack at Water Serpent Plumbing: 0425 226 636.