Sewer Scope Inspection
A sewer scope inspection is a visual examination of a home's sewer line using a small camera attached to a flexible cable,
inserted into the drainpipe to identify any potential problems like blockages, cracks, root intrusion,
or pipe damage within the sewer system leading from the house to the city sewer line or septic tank;
essentially providing an inside look at the condition of the sewer pipes without having to dig them up.
Key points about a sewer scope inspection:
---Purpose---To detect issues that could cause sewer backups or other problems with the sewage system.
---Method---The inspector inserts a camera-equipped cable into the main drain line,
allowing them to view the pipe's interior on a monitor.
---What it checks for---Cracks, root intrusion, blockages, pipe material, misalignments, pipe damage, and potential areas of pipe deterioration.
---When to get one---When buying a house, especially an older home, or if you suspect issues like recurring clogs, slow drains, or sewage smells.