Sewer Scope Inspections Flush Out The Problem
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One of those homeownership realities nobody likes to think about, much less deal with, is anything to do with the sewer. In modern society, we like to flush and look away, thank you very much. Nevertheless, our wastewater does have to drain properly. There is a system involved, and all manner of things can go wrong with it. Since most of the sewer system is underground, you have to count on signs within the house or above ground to clue you in when things are going awry. A standard home inspection will hopefully catch those clues, and let you know if there are signs that a plumber needs to get involved.
But now, Green Scene Home Inspections has a new service that goes a step further to investigate potential sewer line problems: a sewer scope inspection.
Sewer Scope Inspection
Here is a great example of a house that needs a sewer scope inspection. A new home has been built over a tear-down, but they’ve likely left the old sewer lines in place, and the placement of the plumbing cleanouts in the new house is a little … strange.
There is evidence of slow drainage in several locations in the house. It could be that there is just blockage in the pipes, or there might be roots growing into the lines. Or, there could be corroded or broken pipes needing complete replacement.
The sewer scope inspection involves a long, flexible camera placed into the sewer pipe and run along the line, so we can pinpoint the exact location and cause of the blockage. We provide a recording of the footage you can give your plumber so they know exactly what is needed for repair.
Finding the Source of the Blockage
In this sewer scope inspection, the inspector was easily able to identify the source of the blockage: multiple golf balls were found in the sewer pipes. And cue the golf jokes: That shot’s out of bounds. That gives new meaning to the phrase “water hazard.” His golf game is truly in the sh*tter.
If you are purchasing an older aged home, a flipped home, or just want to be certain about the condition of your sewer lines before purchase, consider having a sewer scope inspection with your home inspection.
