Side Sewer Inspection in Seattle
In Seattle the side sewer is the homeowner’s responsibility, and replacing one can cost as much as a small remodel. Scoping it with a camera before a sale is one of the smartest moves a buyer or seller can make.
What a scope reveals
A plumber feeds a camera the length of the side sewer and records the condition: cracks, offset joints, root intrusion, bellies that hold water, and how much usable life is left.
For an old Seattle home, this turns an unknown into a documented, negotiable fact.
Why it matters at sale
A failing side sewer discovered after closing becomes the new owner’s expensive surprise. Discovered before, it becomes a negotiating point, a price adjustment or a repair handled by the seller.
Buyers increasingly request a side sewer scope alongside the general home inspection, and for good reason.
When and what it costs
A scope is inexpensive relative to what it can save, and far cheaper than the repair it might reveal. It makes sense before buying any older home, before a major remodel, and any time backups recur.
Ask for the recorded video and a written summary so you have the evidence, not just an opinion.
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