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A camera based sewer and pipe inspection shows buyers and sellers the true condition of a home's plumbing before contracts are signed. Serving Onslow, Pender, and New Hanover Counties, plus Cedar Point.
High definition video • Clear, honest reporting • For buyers, sellers, and agents
Standard Home Inspection vs Sewer Camera Scope
A general home inspection matters, but it stops at the surface. The sewer line is one of the most expensive things in a house to put right, and it is the one system nobody looked at.
Standard Home Inspection
Checks only what is visible at the surface
Does not scope the underground sewer line
Misses roots, cracks, bellies, and corrosion
No footage of the actual pipe condition
Hidden problems surface after closing
Our Sewer Camera Scope
Sends a camera through the actual line
Reveals the hidden underground condition
Catches roots, cracks, bellies, and corrosion
You get real video footage and a written report
Problems are known before you sign
Book It Early Enough to Still Do Something About It
Under the standard North Carolina contract a home is sold as is. The seller does not have to fix anything. What you do have is a due diligence period, and inside it you can walk away for any reason at all and get your earnest money back. That right is your entire negotiating position, and it expires at a set time on a set day.
Early in the window
You find out what the line is like with days still in hand. Time to get a repair estimate, take it back to the seller, and decide properly.
The last few days
You get the answer but not the room. Asking for a repair or a credit with hours left rarely goes the way you want it to.
After the deadline
The right to walk away for any reason has gone. You now own the problem and the footage is just a record of what you bought.
Why this matters more than it sounds. A sewer scope booked late is not slightly worse than one booked early, it is close to worthless. Finding a collapsed line the afternoon your window closes leaves you with the same two choices you had before you looked. Book it in the first stretch and a bad result is something you can act on, which is the whole point of looking.
Selling instead? The same logic runs backwards. A scope done before you list means anything the camera finds is a repair you chose to make on your own timetable, not a discount a buyer extracts from you three days before closing.
Due diligence mechanics per the North Carolina Real Estate Commission, on the standard Offer to Purchase and Contract, Form 2-T. Deliberately no window length is shown above, because it is negotiated and any number here would be wrong for somebody.
What the Camera Actually Finds
Eight things that show up on a scope and on nothing else, because every one of them is underground.
Root intrusion
Tree roots infiltrate the sewer line, causing blockages and eventual pipe collapse.
Corroded pipe
Galvanized or cast iron lines that are deteriorating from the inside out.
Bellies and sags
Sagging sections that hold wastewater and cause clogs and slow drainage.
Hidden leaks
Small, ongoing leaks that quietly damage foundations, floors, and walls.
Offset joints
Misaligned pipes that let water, sewage, or soil seep in.
Blockages
Buildup, grease, or foreign material restricting the flow.
Obsolete pipe material
Older homes may still have Orangeburg or clay pipe, known for collapsing.
Documented condition
Real footage of the line so the condition is documented, not guessed.
For Home Buyers: Confidence Before You Commit
What you walk away with, other than peace of mind.
The True Condition
Real footage of the pipes, not guesses, so you know exactly what shape they are in.
Risks and Red Flags
Early warning signs that could become expensive repairs, surfaced before you commit.
Remaining Lifespan
A sense of how much life the system has left, so you can budget and negotiate wisely.
Honest Recommendations
Clear advice on what needs attention now versus later. No scare tactics, just facts.
For Home Sellers: Strengthen Your Listing With Proof
A clean report is worth more on the listing than in the negotiation.
Build Buyer Confidence
A clean report removes uncertainty and builds instant trust with serious buyers.
Speed Up Closing
Getting ahead of plumbing issues avoids last minute negotiations and costly delays.
Support Your Asking Price
Documented proof of a sound system means fewer requests for discounts or credits.
Stand Out in the Market
A recent inspection in your listing sets your home apart from the rest.
A Homebuyer Guide to Sewer Inspections
Worth the few minutes before you commit to a house you have not looked under.
What You Get When We Leave
The inspection takes about an hour. You receive the actual video footage of your line, a written summary in plain language, and a straight answer about what needs attention now versus what can wait. If the line is sound we will tell you that too, in writing, which is exactly what a seller wants and what a buyer can take to a negotiation.
Under Contract? Book It This Week.
Tell us your due diligence date when you call and we will work to the clock you are actually on.
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Sewer Inspection FAQs
Why does a home need a sewer inspection before buying or selling?
A sewer and pipe inspection gives buyers and sellers a clear picture of the plumbing's condition, identifying hidden problems that could stall a closing or lead to costly post-sale disputes. It protects your investment and, for agents, your reputation.
When is the best time to schedule the inspection?
As early as possible. For sellers that means before listing. For buyers in North Carolina it means early in the due diligence period, not near the end, because you need time left to get a repair estimate and renegotiate once you know what the camera found. Your agent can tell you the exact deadline in your contract.
What problems can a sewer camera inspection uncover?
A camera inspection can reveal corrosion, cracked or offset pipes, root intrusion, buildup, and pipe bellies that cause slow drainage. These are problems you would never spot in a standard home inspection, but they make a real financial difference during negotiations.
How long does the inspection take and what do I receive?
A full inspection usually takes about an hour. Afterward you receive a detailed video recording, a written summary, and clear recommendations, all visual and easy to understand, with no technical jargon.
How does a clean inspection help the sale?
A clean inspection builds trust. Buyers feel confident, sellers gain credibility, and deals close faster. It can even help justify a higher asking price, since there is documented proof that the plumbing is sound.
Is a sewer inspection included in a standard home inspection?
No. A standard home inspection checks what is visible and does not scope the underground sewer line. That is exactly why so many sewer problems are missed until after closing.
How much can a sewer line problem cost to fix?
It ranges enormously, from a straightforward spot repair to a full replacement of the run, depending on the length of the line, its depth, what it is made of, and what is above it. That range is exactly why finding out before you are committed is worth so much more than finding out after.
What areas do you serve?
We serve buyers, sellers, and agents across Onslow, Pender, and New Hanover Counties, including Greater Jacksonville, North Carolina and the surrounding coastal communities. In Carteret County we serve Cedar Point.
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