What is a Sewer Scope Inspection and Why Do I Need One?

A sewer scope is a type of inspection that involves inserting a specialized camera into your home's sewer line to assess its condition and identify any potential problems. The camera is attached to a flexible cable and is able to capture high-resolution images and videos of the inside of the sewer line, allowing you and a professional inspector to see any blockages, cracks, corrosion, or other issues that could lead to costly repairs or maintenance.

You may need a sewer scope inspection if you are buying a new home or experiencing repeated sewer backups or slow shower or sink drains in your current home. A sewer scope inspection can help identify problems that may not be visible from the surface, such as tree roots growing into the sewer line or a collapsed pipe, before they become more serious and expensive to repair. It can also give you peace of mind knowing the overall condition of your sewer line and help you plan for any necessary maintenance or repairs.

1. Home purchase:

If you are buying a new home, a sewer scope inspection can help identify any potential issues with the sewer line before you commit to buying the property. A sewer scope may also be recommended at time of booking if your home was built before 1975. This can prevent unexpected repair costs and help you negotiate a fair price for the home.

2. Repeated sewer backups or slow drains:

If you are experiencing repeated sewer backups or slow drains in your home, it may be an indication of a more serious problem with your sewer line. A sewer scope inspection can help identify the cause of the issue and allow you to address it before it becomes more serious and expensive to repair.

3. Home renovation:

If you are planning a home renovation project that involves the plumbing system, a sewer scope inspection can help you identify any potential issues with the sewer line that may need to be addressed before the project begins.

The FBI Group offers sewer scopes during our inspections. This is just a brief overview of the many benefits of a sewer scope inspection, but it is important to understand that it is not the only type of inspection you may need. At FBI Group, we believe in providing our clients with thorough and professional inspections, and we are here to help you understand why a sewer scope inspection is the right choice for you. If you are interested in scheduling a sewer scope inspection on the West Central Florida coast, contact FBI Group today or see more information on our website at https://www.flbigroup.com/scheduler or give us a call today at 813-896-2250!

Here at FBI Group, we have been doing home inspections on the Florida coast for over a decade. We have performed hundreds of thousands of inspections for our clients in that time just like you. To help you see the value of a sewer scope inspection and why it is the right decision for you, in this article, we will discuss some of the benefits of a sewer scope inspection, and by the end, you will be ready to take the next steps to schedule yours.

4. Peace of mind:

Even if you are not experiencing any issues with your sewer line, a sewer scope inspection from FBI Group can provide peace of mind knowing the overall condition of your sewer line and help you plan for any necessary maintenance or repairs.

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