Sewer systems are one of those things that, when they demand attention, the timing is rarely convenient — and the consequences can be costly.
Homeowners are responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the sewer lines up to the point where they connect to the city sewer connection. Cracks, improperly sealed joints, or older/deteriorated pipes can result in root growth within the pipe. Low spots and rough areas in the pipe can lead to debris buildup. Either of these conditions can restrict or block the flow of sewage to the city sewer, resulting in flooding within the home. Repair or replacement of the main sewer line involves excavating the pipe and sometimes the street, and costs can range from a few thousand dollars to tens of thousands of dollars.
I offer sewer scoping as a concierge service. Book an inspection with me, and I’ll handle coordination and scheduling. I have an agreement with a licensed Colorado Master Plumber who has over 30 years of experience in plumbing and drain cleaning. He has top-of-the-line equipment and significant experience to go along with it. His narrated sewer scope video provides valuable information about the condition of the sewer line, including recommendations on whether and how often drain-cleaning services should be performed to keep your sewer main healthy and trouble-free.
Of everything that can go wrong with a home, few problems combine high cost and total invisibility like a failing sewer line. The pipe runs underground from the house to the municipal main; it cannot be seen during a standard inspection, and replacing it commonly costs five figures once excavation is involved. A sewer scope answers the question directly: a high-resolution video camera travels the full length of the line and shows exactly what condition it is in.
I recommend a sewer scope on nearly every pre-purchase inspection of a home, especially those more than 20 years old, any home with mature trees between the house and the street, and any home where the seller discloses past drain cleaning. The economics are straightforward: the scope costs a small fraction of one percent of the purchase price, and the repairs it can reveal are among the most expensive a buyer can inherit. Findings before closing become negotiating leverage; findings after closing become your bill.
Sewer scopes scheduled through me are performed by a licensed Master Plumber I have worked alongside for years and trust completely, coordinated with your inspection appointment, so everything happens in one visit. You receive the full video and a written summary of findings, and I review the results with you in plain language as part of your overall inspection picture.
Add a sewer scope when you schedule your inspection online, or call or text (720) 442-0785.
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Total Home Inspection Services LLC provides InterNACHI Certified Residential Home Inspections, Annual Maintenance Inspections, IAC2 Certified Mold Testing, and Radon Testing to Northern Colorado, including Boulder County, Weld County, Larimer County, Broomfield County, Boulder, Broomfield, Niwot, Lyons, Berthoud, Loveland, Frederick/Firestone, Denver, and the surrounding Front Range Area.
