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An Inspector Calls: the Job of the Plumbing Inspector
A plumbing inspector generally works for the government, either full-time or on contract basis. His job is to carry out inspections of plumbing work. He is a professional licensed plumber who also has a certification for working as an inspector. He checks work that has been done by licensed professionals to ensure that it is safe and legal. He can specialize in either residential plumbing or commercial plumbing or both.
A plumbing inspection involves not only a thorough check-up of the plumbing jobs which are carried out, but also checking the credentials of the plumbers or the plumbing services. He usually checks vents, traps, faucets, fixtures and lines, and any fault has to be corrected. Proof of licenses has to be shown to the inspector.
When building renovations take place, the plumbing inspector plays an important role. If old plumbing systems are renovated, sometimes just repair is not possible, and the entire plumbing system may need replacement. The plumber inspector can check the safety and legality of such systems, because a mistake can not only be costly, but dangerous as well. Also, sometimes inspectors are called when some problem in the plumbing system develops and cannot be identified.
Plumbing inspectors require plenty of field work, but on the other hand, they can also work as plumbing plans examiners. When a plumbing layout is proposed by a builder, the examiner checks whether it is in compliance with the plumbing code and then approves it for the building permit. On site, the examiner matches the proposed and approved plumbing plan with the actual plumbing to check that there have been no changes.
Plumbing inspectors have a moral responsibility to curb any kind of illegal activity so that public health and safety are well protected.