Welcome, Gold Star Posts agents. This checklist covers what each town requires before closing.
Home › For real estate agents
For listing agents
Dye test checklist for Allegheny County listings
Every sale in these towns needs a passing dye test before closing, and some need a sewer camera inspection too. Keep this list handy and get your sellers scheduled early.
| Town | Area | Required at sale | Valid for | Deadline or fee | Municipal contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethel Park | South Hills | Dye test + camera inspection | 2 years | $50 municipal fee | 412-831-6800 |
| Mt. Lebanon | South Hills | Dye test (not for refinance) | 3 years | Form to Public Works 10 business days before closing | 412-343-3403 |
| Upper St. Clair | South Hills | Dye test + lateral inspection | Confirm with Township | Before closing; seller schedules early | Township Public Works |
| City of Pittsburgh | City of Pittsburgh | Dye test + PWSA compliance certificate | Confirm with PWSA | Certificate before closing | PWSA 412-255-0801 |
Fox Chapel, Hampton, Scott, Avalon, Blawnox and Thornburg also require a test at sale. Scott Township also requires certification before refinancing. Last checked November 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the municipality.
Send sellers this link
Sellers can see their town's rules and request a test themselves.
https://pittsburghdyetest.com/What your sellers get
- A plumber licensed by the Allegheny County Health Department
- A test booked around the closing date
- A repair quote right away if the test fails
We never pay agents for referrals, and agents pay nothing to use this service.