When it comes to buying a home or maintaining your current one, some of the most expensive problems are the ones you can’t see. One of the most overlooked areas is the sewer line, which runs underground from your home to the municipal system or septic tank. Without a proper inspection, hidden sewer issues can turn into major repair bills, but Burgess Inspections, Inc. offers a sewer scope inspection that can help you avoid those costly surprises before they happen.
Repairing or replacing a damaged sewer line isn’t cheap. Minor fixes, like clearing a blockage, may cost a few hundred dollars. But if your line has collapsed or been infiltrated by tree roots, the bill can quickly climb into the thousands. Excavation, pipe replacement, and yard restoration all add up, especially when the damage wasn’t detected early.
We’ve seen cases in North Chesterfield where unsuspecting homeowners purchased properties with failing sewer lines, only to face $5,000 to $10,000 in repairs within their first year of ownership. These expenses are rarely covered by homeowners’ insurance or home warranties.
Most standard home inspections do not include a sewer scope by default, but they should. Adding a sewer scope to your home inspection gives you a more complete picture of the property's condition. While your home inspector checks the roof, foundation, plumbing, and electrical systems, the sewer scope specifically evaluates the underground waste line—a critical but often forgotten component of a home’s infrastructure.
A sewer scope inspection is a simple and affordable way to prevent major financial headaches. Using a specialized camera, our inspectors at Burgess Inspections, Inc. feed a flexible scope into your sewer line to look for cracks, clogs, offsets, root intrusion, and other red flags. The process typically takes less than an hour, and the insights you gain could save you thousands in the long run.
If you're buying a home—especially one that's more than 20 years old—a sewer scope inspection should be part of your due diligence. Even newer homes can have issues due to poor installation or construction debris. And for current homeowners, regular sewer inspections can help catch problems before they become emergencies.
At Burgess Inspections, Inc., we’re committed to helping homeowners in North Chesterfield and the surrounding areas make informed decisions. Our sewer scope inspections are thorough, efficient, and backed by decades of experience. Don’t let a hidden sewer problem drain your wallet— contact us today at (844) 804-9219 to schedule your inspection and protect your investment.
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