Most people hear “home inspection” and immediately think about buying or selling a home. But what if we told you that inspecting your home’s plumbing system—even when you’re staying put—might be one of the smartest things you can do as a homeowner?
At Shield Plumbing & Remodel, we offer something a little different. Our 360 Home Inspection is a completely free service that gives Tacoma-area homeowners a full, hands-on look at the condition of their plumbing, fixtures, and potential problem areas. No paperwork, no pressure—just real insight into how your home is holding up.
We offer it year-round, but for June, we’re putting it front and center. If you haven’t had your home checked recently, this is your sign to book it.
Let’s clear something up first: this isn’t a real estate inspection. We’re not licensed home inspectors, and this isn’t a report you’ll use to buy or sell a house.
Instead, our 360 Home Inspection is a thorough, walk-through review of your home’s visible plumbing systems, water fixtures, crawlspace (if accessible), and other common problem spots that most homeowners don’t think to check until something breaks.
Think of it like a checkup for your home’s plumbing—completely free, with no obligation and no pressure to fix anything unless you want to.
During a 360 Inspection, we look at all the things that can go wrong quietly behind the scenes—things that, left unchecked, can lead to damage, high repair bills, and headaches down the line.
Here’s what we typically check:
We walk through the entire home, talk you through what we’re seeing, and give honest feedback on anything that might need attention now—or in the near future.
The homes in Tacoma, Lakewood, University Place, Fircrest, and surrounding South Sound neighborhoods span decades of plumbing styles, materials, and maintenance. Some homes still have original plumbing from the 1960s. Others have had patchwork repairs or rushed remodels that didn’t fully address aging systems.
What that means is: even if your home looks fine, your plumbing may be quietly degrading behind the scenes. We regularly inspect homes that are one small drip away from a $5,000 flooring repair or mold remediation project.
The Pacific Northwest climate doesn’t help, either. Our damp crawlspaces, rainy springs, and freezing winters create the perfect environment for slow leaks, burst pipes, and moisture buildup that homeowners don’t catch until it’s too late.
We recommend scheduling a 360 Home Inspection once a year at minimum—and ideally every 6–12 months, especially for older homes or homes with known plumbing quirks.
Just like servicing your car, routine home inspections are about prevention, not panic. Catching a small valve issue now could prevent a weekend emergency call or insurance claim later.
Yes. And not just in June—it’s free year-round.
We offer this because we know homeowners want to take care of their homes—they just don’t always know where to start. The 360 Inspection gives you a starting point.
There’s no pressure to fix anything during or after the inspection. If something’s urgent, we’ll tell you. If something can wait, we’ll tell you that, too. You get a full picture, and then it’s up to you how to move forward.
Your home is your biggest investment. Don’t wait until there’s standing water in the crawlspace or a sky-high water bill to take action.
This June, we’re spotlighting the 360 Home Inspection as a reminder that taking care of your home doesn’t have to be stressful—or expensive. We’re proud to offer this service to homeowners in Tacoma, Lakewood, University Place, Fircrest, and surrounding areas.
If you haven’t had your home looked at in a while, now’s the time.
Book your free 360 Home Inspection with Shield Plumbing & Remodel today.
We’ll check everything. You’ll feel better about everything.