Residential Plumbing Service Contracts

Emergency repairs cost 10 times more than planned repairs, yet reactive maintenance, “don’t fix it ‘til it breaks”, is still the mindset of most.

Proactive maintenance can dramatically cut costs and boost productivity.

$198 Comfort Plan $238 Comfort Plus $362 Total ComfortBest Value!
Spring & Fall Tune-Ups yes yes yes
After Hour Repairs yes yes yes
15% Discount on Parts yes yes yes
15% Discount on Labor yes yes yes
Free Labor yes yes
Free Parts yes
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What is covered by the Residential Plumbing Service Contract?

Plumbing Inspection #1

Water Heater

  • Check gas pressure _____ in w/c
  • Check water temperature _____ deg F.
  • Clean pilot and burner assembly
  • Inspect and clean thermocouple or flame sensor
  • Inspect pressure and temperature relief valve
  • Inspect water shut off valves and tag
  • Inspect flue piping
  • Inspect draft inducer
  • Check amperage of upper heating element ____ amps
  • Check amperage of lower heating element ____ amps
  • Inspect and tighten electrical connections
  • Check operation

Lavatories / Kitchen Sinks / Tubs / Shower

  • Inspect faucets for corrosion
  • Inspect for leaks
  • Inspect and clean aerators
  • Inspect all visible drains
  • Inspect supply connections
  • Inspect water shut off valves
  • Inspect garbage disposal connections
  • Inspect tub trip
  • Check operation

Toilets

  • Inspect tanks for leaks and corrosion
  • Inspect base for leaks
  • Perform dye test on each toilet
  • Inspect flapper and fill valve
  • Inspect water shut off valves and connections
  • Inspect mounting bolts and seat bolts
  • Check operation
  • Inform customers of code requirements

Plumbing Inspection #2

  • Visually inspect water supply lines
  • Visually inspect water drain lines
  • Inspect clean out if accessible
  • Inspect main water shut off and tag
  • Inspect outdoor faucets/hydrants
  • Inspect water meter connections if accessible
  • Clock the water meter
  • Check water pressure ______ psi.
  • Test water sample for hardness ________ph.
  • Inspect sump pump and check operation
  • Check back up battery voltage _____v
  • Check water level in back up battery
  • Inspect washer hoses and connections
  • Inspect water softener connections
  • Check the salt level in water softener
  • Check for bridging in water softener
  • Inspect whole house water filters
  • Inspect water pressure reducing valve
  • Inspect expansion tank
  • Inspect circulating pump

Gas Piping Inspection

  • Check incoming gas pressure ____ in w/c
  • Visually inspect gas piping
  • Inspect shut offs and tag
  • Inspect connections at meter
  • Clock the meter
  • Inspect flex connections
  • Inform customers of code requirements
The following items are not covered under the Residential Plumbing Service Contracts:
Misuse (such as a toy down commode); Drain cleaning; Customer supplied fixtures; Appliances; Water heater replacement; External & underground piping of any kind; Water filters; Sewage pumps; One-piece toilets; Obsolete equipment; Carpentry & drywall; Repairs resulting from fire, flood or acts of God; Future changes required by government codes or insurance requirements; External power supply & disconnects; Work performed after alterations have been made by anyone other than J. E. Shekell, Inc.; Repairs or cleaning needed to place the equipment in proper working order before acceptance of Plumbing Program; Fuel and other storage tanks; Servicing of boiler systems.