Sewer Scope Inspections

Sewer Scope Inspections in Prescott & the Quad Cities Area

A Closer Look at One of Your Home’s Most Important Hidden Systems

A traditional home inspection can tell you a great deal about a property, but the main sewer line is largely out of sight. A sewer scope inspection gives you a closer look inside the line, helping uncover potential concerns that may otherwise go unnoticed until drainage problems occur.



Whether you’re purchasing a home or looking for more information about your current property, a sewer scope can provide valuable insight into the condition of the line and help you better understand what may be happening below ground.

What Is a Sewer Scope Inspection?

A sewer scope inspection involves inserting a specialized camera into an accessible cleanout or entry point and guiding it through the sewer line. This allows us to visually examine areas of the pipe that would otherwise remain hidden.

During the inspection, we look for visible conditions that could affect the performance or condition of the sewer line and document our findings so you have a clearer understanding of what’s happening beneath the property.

Why Get a Sewer Scope Inspection?

Because the sewer line is underground, problems can develop without obvious warning signs inside the home. Even a property that appears to be in excellent condition may have issues within its sewer line.



A sewer scope can be especially valuable when purchasing a home because it provides additional information about a component of the property that isn’t fully evaluated during a standard visual home inspection. Identifying a concern before closing can help you better understand the property and make a more informed decision about your investment.

What Can a Sewer Scope Identify?

A sewer scope inspection may reveal conditions such as tree root intrusion, cracks or breaks in the pipe, blockages or buildup, offset or separated joints, deteriorated piping, and other visible conditions that could interfere with proper drainage.



If an area of concern is observed, the inspection findings can help you determine whether further evaluation or repair by an appropriate professional may be warranted.

Should I Get a Sewer Scope on a Newer Home?

Sewer scope inspections aren’t only for older properties. While age and certain types of piping can be factors, problems can also result from installation issues, soil movement, damage, or other conditions.



Because every property is different, a sewer scope can provide useful information regardless of whether you’re purchasing an older home or relatively recent construction.

Is a Sewer Scope Included With a Home Inspection?

A sewer scope is a specialized ancillary service and can be added to your residential home inspection. Combining the two gives you a more comprehensive look at the property by evaluating both the home’s visible and accessible systems and a portion of the sewer line that would otherwise remain out of sight.

Ask us about adding a Sewer Scope Inspection to your home inspection.

Why Choose Reilly Home Inspections?

At Reilly Home Inspections, our goal is to give you clear, useful information about the property so you can make informed decisions with confidence. We take a thorough approach to every inspection and clearly document our findings in an easy-to-understand report.



When you add a Sewer Scope Inspection to your home inspection, you gain another layer of information about your investment—including what may be happening beneath the surface.