A sewer inspection is a visual inspection of your sewer pipe to determine if it is in working order. This inspection will take place at the same location as your home’s main sewer line. The sewer inspection will include a viewing of the sewer main line from the street and will also include viewing the sewer line from the house. The inspection will cover the condition of the sewer line, any repairs that may be required and the cost of those repairs. The cost of the inspection is generally between $100 and $150, although it may be more or less depending on the size of your home and the complexity of the sewer system. An in-depth explanation of how the inspection will be performed is provided below.
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF A SEWER INSPECTION?
A sewer inspection is a visual inspection of your sewer pipe to determine if it is in working order. This inspection will take place at the same location as your home’s main sewer line and will also include viewing the house’s own sewer line from the street. The inspection will cover the condition of the sewer line, any repairs that may be required and the cost of those repairs. The cost of the inspection is generally between $100 and $150, although it may be more or less depending on the size of your home and the complexity of the sewer system. An in-depth explanation of how the inspection will be performed is provided below.
WILL THE INSPECTION COVER ALL OF MY HOUSE?
The inspection will focus on the main sewer line coming from the street and the sewer pipe coming from the house. Therefore, the inspection will not address the portion of the sewer line that connects the main sewer line with the house. The inspection will also not focus on the house’s own sewer line, but will instead include a visual inspection of the main line as it runs from the street to the house and then up to the house’s sewer line.The inspection will focus on the portion of the pipe where the sewage enters the sewer line. This portion of the pipe is sometimes referred to as the “manhole,” although this term is used in many different situations. The inspection will focus on the main sewer line and any connections to the main line.
CAN THE INSPECTION BE REPEATED IF IT DOES NOT MEET THE STATED REQUIREMENTS?
Yes, the inspection can be repeated. If the inspection does not meet the requirements, the inspector will note that fact in the report and outline what is missing. The client will then need to bring their home up to the required standards before the inspection can be completed again.
WILL I BE REQUIRED TO READ THE SEWER GUIDE DURING THE INSPECTION?
Yes. The inspector will provide you with a copy of the City or County Sewer Guide and will ask you to read it during the inspection. The guide is designed to provide you with information about the different types of sewer systems, the different types of pipes used in the sewer system and the different types of sewage treatment systems used in the region. The inspector will use the information in the guide to help them conduct the inspection.
CAN THE INSPECTION BE REPEATED IF IT DOES NOT MEET THE STATED REQUIREMENTS?
Yes, the inspection can be repeated. If the inspection does not meet the requirements, the inspector will note that fact in the report and outline what is missing. The client will then need to bring their home up to the required standards before the inspection can be completed again.
WILL THE INSPECTION COVER THE CONDITION OF THE SEWER BEYOND THE EXISTING HOUSE?
Yes. Most sewer inspection reports will cover the condition of the sewer beyond the existing house. This portion of the inspection is important because it will help you determine how long the sewer main line in your neighborhood has been in operation. The length of time that a particular sewer system has been in operation can affect the cost of repairs and the type of repairs.
WILL THE INSPECTION COVER MY HOUSE OR SIDEWALK?
The inspection will cover both the house and the sewer line. The inspector will inspect the house and the connection between the house and the sewer line. The inspector will also visually inspect the sewer line from the street.
WILL THE INSPECTION COVER THE CONDITION OF THE TUNNEL?
The inspection will cover the condition of the tunnel (if applicable) and the condition of the sewer line that connects the house to the sewer main line. The inspection will also cover the condition of the house and the connection between the house and the sewer line.
WILL THE INSPECTION COVER THE CONDITION OF THE MANHOLE?
The inspection will cover the condition of the manhole (if applicable) and the condition of the sewer line that connects the house to the main sewer line. The inspection will also cover the condition of the house and the connection between the house and the sewer line.
ARE THE INSPECTION AND THE ROOFING OF A SEWER NOT CONSECUTIVE EVENTS?
Yes. The inspection and the roofing are two separate events. The roofing is part of the regular maintenance of the sewer system and is required by law. The inspection is a visual inspection that is performed to determine if there are any repairs that need to be made to the sewer line or if the sewer line is in good working order.
CAN THE INSPECTION BE CANCELLED BEFORE IT IS COMPLETED IF THE CLIENT WANTS TO CANCEL IT?
Yes. The homeowner can cancel the inspection at any time before it is completed. The inspection is a visual inspection that is performed to determine if there are any repairs that need to be made to the sewer line or if the sewer line is in good working order. Therefore, the inspection can be cancelled at any time before the inspection is complete. The inspection can even be cancelled after the inspection is scheduled if the homeowner changes their mind about having the inspection performed.
WILL I HAVE ADEQUATE REPRESENTATION DURING THE INSPECTION?
The inspection will be performed by a sewer inspector who is employed by a private company. The inspector may be accompanied by a technician who is employed by the same company. The technician will be responsible for conducting the visual inspection