If the walls are already double sheetrocked (covered the old lead painted sheetrock), the baseboards are usually almost flush with the wall and capping is not necessary.4.

Every living unit must have at least one (1) bathroom which includes a flushing toilet, lavatory/sink and a bathtub/shower.

Every living unit must have at least one (1) bathroom which includes a flushing toilet, lavatory/sink and a bathtub/shower.

You might as well flush your money down the toilet.

Basement looks like a dungeon, bathroom water doesn't flush. old sinks and old appliances, but house bones are sturdy.  

Those filter to a different small bank called Flushing Bank which is an uncomfortable 1 hour away from me so there's no way I'm going out there unless I absolutely need to.

Let sinks fill up and check for proper drainage.Toilets – flush and test for draining and tank filling.Taps & water pressure – check tap function indoors and outdoors.FittingsDoors – test for proper closing, handle, and lock function.

Be clear with him to write in the report if he found tree roots or anything that was unrelated to something being flushed down the toilet.1.1.3.1  Inform resident when the plumber will be at the property and approximately how long the job may take.

@Tanya F.Kohler's 1.28usg toilets use a canister flush valve.  

At least drain & flush the tank (Be sure to crack open one of the fittings while draining to allow air in).