Overview

Sewer line repairs are among the most expensive home repairs—often costing $5,000 to $25,000 or more. A backup can cause raw sewage to flood your basement, destroy belongings, and create serious health hazards. Our HD camera inspection travels the entire line, revealing root intrusion, bellied pipes, cracks, offsets, and deteriorating materials that may be nearing failure. For a fraction of the repair cost, you will know exactly what you are buying—and have the leverage to negotiate repairs or credits before closing.

Sample Video

See what clients receive with a Sewer Scope inspection.

What We Inspect

How the Sewer Scope Inspection Works

1. 1Access the main sewer cleanout
2. 2Insert a specialized HD sewer camera
3. 3Inspect the entire line to the city connection
4. 4Identify cracks, roots, offsets, and blockages
5. 5Provide video and findings in your inspection report

Many homes in the Chicago area have older clay tile or cast iron sewer lines, which are more prone to cracking, root intrusion, and deterioration.

Sewer line issues can occur in both older homes and new construction. Even newly built homes can have problems such as construction debris, improper pipe connections, or installation defects. However, older homes are at higher risk, especially those with clay tile or cast iron sewer lines that may crack, deteriorate, or allow tree root intrusion over time. A sewer scope inspection helps identify hidden problems before they turn into costly repairs.

A sewer scope inspection is recommended for:

• Older homes with clay or cast iron sewer lines
• Homes with large trees near the sewer line
• Homes where the sewer line age is unknown
• New construction homes to verify proper installation