Sewer Scope

Sewer Scope ($300)

Our comprehensive Sewer Scope Inspection is designed to uncover hidden and often costly defects within the underground drain line that a standard home inspection cannot detect. Identifying these issues before closing can save you from significant unexpected expenses down the road. This service brings crucial visibility to subterranean conditions that are otherwise impossible to assess, helping prospective homebuyers, sellers, and real estate investors avoid inheriting expensive deferred maintenance or imminent system failures.

During the inspection, a specialized, high-resolution camera is carefully advanced through the main lateral sewer line, from the house to the municipal connection. This allows us to visually inspect every inch of the pipe and locate a range of potential problems, including stubborn blockages from grease or debris, cracks and breaks in the pipe wall, misaligned or separated joints, signs of advanced corrosion, sagging sections (known as "bellies") where waste can accumulate, and invasive tree roots that can choke or crush the line.

Upon completion, our deliverables include the full, documented video footage of the inspection, a clear and concise report detailing our findings, and a list of prioritized recommendations based on the severity and potential impact of any discovered defects. Where issues are present, we provide expert guidance by outlining realistic repair pathways and actionable next steps. This may include suggesting when a specialist plumber's evaluation is needed or advising that funds for a partial or full line replacement should be budgeted for in your negotiations. The ultimate result is early risk detection, which provides you with stronger negotiating leverage, a more accurate understanding of the property's true condition, and fewer unwelcome operational surprises after you take occupancy.