Sewer lateral inspections assess the private line connecting your property to the public main. Since homeowners are responsible for the entire side sewer up to that connection point, knowing its condition avoids unexpected liability later.
Root intrusion remains one of the most common issues found during inspections, especially near large trees. Left unchecked, roots cause pipe misalignment, cracks, and eventual backups, so catching it early protects your plumbing.
Annual inspection programs track how your sewer system changes over time, catching wear a single visit might miss. Seattle Public Utilities recommends inspecting private side sewers every eight to ten years.
Routine inspections help prevent costlysewer repairslater by catching small problems early. A modest inspection fee today costs far less than an emergency excavation down the road.
It's a way to see inside your sewer line without digging. ACES FOUR runs a camera on a flexible rod through the pipe, sending back live video so we can spot cracks, offset joints, or blockages as they appear.
Most inspections run 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the length and condition of the line. Shorter lines are often reviewed in just 10 to 15 minutes.
A residential sewer scope typically runs between $250 and $1,200, with a national average closer to $300 to $700. More extensive work, such as coordinating a full line replacement, can reach up to $6,000 depending on location and complexity. You'll get a cost estimate range with your report, so budgeting isn't left for later.
A sewer inspection can help when you notice slow drainage, unexplained odors, wet areas near the sewer line, or other signs that something may be wrong underground. It's also useful when buying a home or checking the condition of an older sewer line.
It's a smart move. A sewer scope during a home purchase shows the condition of the lateral line before closing, giving buyers and sellers a clear, documented picture of what they're taking on and helping avoid surprises after the sale.
Several things: a saved video file of the full line that you can keep or share, a written report describing what was found and how urgent it is, repair recommendations tailored to the specific defect, a cost estimate range, and marked defect locations on your property where needed. Most reports are delivered within 24 hours, and many are ready the same day.
Inspection only runs the camera through the line as-is and includes the video file and written report, with no clog removal. Inspection with clearing adds cable or jet work first to restore visibility through a blockage, and it carries an added fee. We'll recommend the right option once we see the initial footage.
Skip the guesswork and let our licensed side sewer contractors handle the diagnosis. We show up with the right camera, the right experience, and a report you can actually use.
Call (425) 672-4811 or request a free estimate online to schedule your sewer inspection today and get real answers about what's happening underground.
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