A Perris plumbing inspection is a plumber's review of the supply and drain piping, fixtures, shutoffs, water pressure and water heater, with a sewer camera run available. It is a practical step during escrow and a good way to plan repairs on a home you already own. Call the number on this page to be connected with a local plumber in Perris.
Eastern Municipal Water District is the water and sewer provider for all of Perris. EMWD took over the former City of Perris water and sewer systems, including the Downtown and North Perris systems, so every address in the city now deals with one agency for the meter and the sewer main. EMWD's line for outages and trouble calls is 800-698-0400.
What to do now
- Schedule the inspection early in escrow so you have time to follow up on findings.
- Ask the seller about the water heater's age, any slab leaks and past sewer clogs.
- Clear the area around the water heater, the main shutoff and the sewer cleanout.
- Decide whether to add a sewer camera run, which is worth it on older homes and lots with trees.
- Be there for the walk-through so the plumber can show you the shutoff and explain findings.
What the plumber may find
| Symptom | Likely cause |
|---|---|
| White crust on faucets and showerheads | Hard water scale |
| Rumbling or popping water heater | Sediment on the bottom of the tank |
| Meter moving with all fixtures off | Hidden supply leak, possibly under the slab |
| Gurgling toilet when a tub drains | Partial blockage or venting problem |
| Flapper or fill valve wearing out fast | Age, or rubber parts reacting to disinfectant |
Hardness varies by area. EMWD's 2023 Consumer Confidence Report lists water from the Mills Filtration Plant at about 4.7 grains per gallon and the Perris Filtration Plant at 9.9. The Perris Valley wells, which serve a limited area along Perris Boulevard near the Ramona Expressway, average about 20 grains per gallon, much harder than Mills water. EMWD uses chloramine for final disinfection.
Cost factors
- Size of the home and number of fixtures
- Whether a sewer camera inspection is added
- How easy it is to reach the water heater, cleanout and piping
- Whether you want a written summary for the seller or lender
Since most Perris homes are on concrete slabs, a meter check with every fixture off is a simple way to rule out a hidden supply leak. Repairs that need permits go through City of Perris Development Services, Building, at 135 N. D Street, with applications through the City's online permit portal.
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