Sewer scope inspection
See the line that a standard inspection cannot.
A camera inspection of the accessible main sewer line can reveal root intrusion, blockages, damaged piping, and other underground concerns before they become your repair bill.
What to expect
A focused look inside the accessible sewer line.
Especially valuable for older Philadelphia-area homes.
Older neighborhoods may contain clay, cast-iron, Orangeburg, or previously repaired sewer laterals. Mature trees, settlement, and decades of use can create expensive conditions that are invisible from inside the house.
A sewer scope is not a guarantee of the entire line’s condition; access, water, debris, bends, and line configuration can limit the camera. Any limitation is documented clearly.
Questions
Know what you’re scheduling.
Clear expectations before the inspection—and clear explanations while you are there.
Is a sewer scope included in the home inspection?
No. It is a separate ancillary service priced at $250 with a home inspection or $325 as a standalone service.
Does every property have an accessible cleanout?
No. Access varies by property. The line can only be inspected when a safe and suitable access point is available.
What problems can the camera reveal?
Depending on visibility and access, the camera may reveal root intrusion, buildup, blockages, damaged or offset piping, standing water, and other observable conditions.
Should a newer home get a sewer scope?
Newer lines can still have installation defects, construction debris, settlement, or damage. Property age is important, but it is not the only risk factor.
Ready when you are