Plumbing and Electrical

Construction defects in plumbing, electrical and mechanical can cause life safety issues, as well as substantial monetary damage.  These are some commonplace construction defects:

Inadequate water pressure
Excessive sound transfer
Waste pipe clean-outs buried inside walls
Non-functional water shut-off valves
Corrosion and leaks in copper piping
Failure to properly install backwater valves
Improper installation of hangers and supports to
Prevent water hammering
Failure to properly install air unit vents and condensation drains
Failure to properly install water heaters and water heater vents
Improper selection and installation of outlets
Improper weather protection of exterior fixtures
Improper grounding of electrical fixtures
Improper installation of aluminum wiring
Improper labeling of panel directories