What’s a Sewer Scope Inspection?

Did you know that a damaged sewer line costs thousands of dollars to repair? If you’re buying a new home, it’s a good idea to have a sewer scope inspection.

What Is A Sewer Scope Inspection?

A sewer scope inspection is an inspection of your sewer line using a flexible borescope camera. The inspector guides the camera into your sewer line and looks for any potential issues.

During the sewer scope inspection, the inspector will look for cracks, damage to the sewer lines, roots that may have grown through the pipe, and any other potential concerns.

The sewer scope inspection process usually takes about an hour. Afterwards, your inspector will provide you with a comprehensive report, detailing your sewer line’s condition.

Do I Need A Sewer Scope Inspection?

If you’re buying a home, it’s a good idea to have a sewer scope inspection. Even if you’re not buying a home, having sewer scope inspections done every few years is also a good idea to ensure your sewer pipe is in good condition. A few indications that you probably need a sewer scope inspection include:

• There are large trees growing near sewer line. As tree roots grow, they can compress and crack sewer lines. Sometimes they even make their way into the line itself.
• You’re buying or living in an older home. Homes built as late as the 80’s may have clay sewer pipes, which are easily damaged.  Older homes built in the 50’s have Orangeburg Pipe, which is prone to disintegrate and collapse over time.
• You notice extremely lush patches of grass near the sewer line. This could indicate a pipe leak. Pipes can leak if a joint or fitting is out of place or damaged. Older metal pipes can corrode and break down over time.
• There’s water backing up inside the house. There’s probably a clog in the pipe.

Benefits Of Sewer Scope Inspections

• Save money and headaches

• Get more leverage when negotiating a home purchase

• Peace of mind for a low cost

Schedule Your Sewer Scope Inspection Today

A sewer scope inspection is quick, affordable, and can save you thousands of dollars if an issue is found. So whether you’re buying a new home or suspect an issue with your home’s sewer line, you should definitely consider a sewer scope inspection.