Sewer Scan Inspection
Video Sewer Scan Inspection
What is a Sewer Scan Camera Inspection?
To inspect the main sewer line from the house to the public sewer system for possible problems, a special sewer video camera is inserted into the main sewer line cleanout. Then everything is watched on a monitor, and our sewer scope inspectors sometimes record a video or take pictures of any issues within the pipes.
The sewer line video inspection service is available in cities in Oakland County MI, Macomb County MI, Wayne County MI, Washtenaw County MI, St Clair County MI and surrounding areas. Please call 248-550-9492 to schedule an home inspection with sewer line, or schedule online.
Multiple backed-up drains.
If more than one drain is slow-moving, gurgling, smells bad, or has water backing up, this most likely indicates a main sewer line clog.
Water overflows into different plumbing fixtures.
This happens because water from one branch line tries to drain away, but the main sewer clog blocks it and forces it to back up into other smaller drains.
Drainage in sewer clean out.
Remove the clean out cap. if there is sewer water flowing out of the pipe or standing in the pipe, this also indicated you have a sewer line clog.
3 Signs Your Main Sewer Line is Clogged
The sooner you recognize the warning signs of main sewer line blockage and call for a sewer line inspection, the better. Clogs in the main sewer line that goes ignored or unnoticed can lead to costly repairs, but can also expose your family to contaminated water. Here are a few signs of possible issues:
Tree Roots
Tree roots are the primary cause of clogged sewer line, especially in an older home. Lots of homeowners have broken-down drains in the ground that have tree roots in them. Experts say slow flowing drains and gurgling noises from your toilet bowls are the first signs that your sewer system is being affected by tree roots. If you don’t take some action to remove the roots, a complete sewer line block will occur. Call a sewer inspection company to find out if tree roots truly are your problem.
- SewerScan Pictures
- SewerScan Video Inspection – issues
Cracked / Collapsed Sewer Lines
During a sewer scope inspection in Southeast Michigan, we frequently uncover cracked sewer pipes, collapsed sewer lines, root intrusion, and failing clay or cast-iron pipes hidden underground. These common sewer line defects can cause slow drains, sewage backups, and costly pipe failures in Oakland, Macomb, Wayne, Washtenaw, Livingston, St. Clair, and Genesee counties. A professional Southeast Michigan sewer scope inspection helps identify these issues early and can save homebuyers thousands of dollars in sewer repair or full sewer line replacement.
Sewer Scan Report
A written report with pictures of all the issues will be emailed. We provide also a link to the video recording of the inspection. This will help a plumber evaluate, confirm and provide the client with an estimate for the work that needs to be provided.
How much does it cost for a main sewer inspection?
A sewer scope inspection is a small investment that can help you avoid major, unexpected repair costs. When added to a home inspection, the fee is $235. If scheduled as a standalone service, the fee is $355. This sewer inspection can reveal hidden issues such as blockages, root intrusion, cracks, or collapsed lines—problems that often cost thousands of dollars to repair if left undiscovered. For the peace of mind and potential savings it provides, a main sewer scope inspection is well worth the cost.
