What Is a Sewer Scope?

A sewer scope is a video inspection of the lateral sewer line leading from the house at/near the foundation and connecting to the city. A lateral sewer line is the privately-owned pipeline connecting the property to the publicly-owned main sewer line.
Sewer-scoping the line can reveal blockages, damage to the pipe system, and other problems, which are vital for homeowners and home buyers to be aware of. For example, if there is a damp depression in the lawn above the sewer line, or if there is backflow into the home, or a sewer scope inspection can be critical to identifying and confirming these problems, which must be addressed immediately.

Why do I need a Sewer Scope?

• Is your home over 20 years old?
• Do you have trees in the yard?
• Have there been past problems?
• Do you notice a new or damaged sewer cleanout?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, we highly recommend a sewer scan.