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Becoming a new homeowner, you want everything to be just perfect and when you are moving it should be, especially the [plumbing](https://zambeziplumbing.com.au/all-services/). So make sure as one of you conditions you put to have a home inspection carried and make sure that you follow this plumbing checklist to ensure you are making an informed decision when you sign on the dotted line. Here are a few things you should check before purchasing your home. 1. Check out the taps, the sinks, and the bathtub, look to see if there is dripping from underneath or any of the taps. 2. Look out for any cracks in the showers, the sinks, or the toilets they could be the sign of a possible leak. 3. Check the grout is in good condition this is usually a major source of leaks which dame walls. 4. Check the water pressure in the shower. 5. Check the water heater is in good condition, their lifespan is usually between 8 to 12 years if there is rust and it is older than 10 years it may need replacing sooner than you would like. 6. Flush the toilet see how they work; do they continue to run? Is water constantly running from the cistern into the bowl? 7. Look on the other side of the wall adjacent to showers and baths, if the paint or plaster is bubbling there may be a leak issue quite often where grout is compromised. 8. 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