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Inspections are a crucial part of the home-buying process. However, it’s easy for general evaluations to overlook areas like the sewer line that are often out of sight, out of mind. Inheriting faulty plumbing can have serious consequences, which is why you need a dedicated professional to take a look using a sewer camera. The following guide explains the benefits.

Why Invest in a Sewer Line Inspection?

1. Preventing Health Problems

When waste backs up into your home or yard, you have an immediate health problem. Waste is highly unsanitary and could lead to illness. You’ll need to have your home deep cleaned on top of scheduling residential plumbing repairs.

Water damage may also lead to mold growth below flooring and inside walls, which creates an additional health issue and also requires costly remediation.

During an inspection, a plumbing professional will use a sewer camera to look for cracks, worn piping, tree roots, and other threats that may create problems.

2. Preventing Costly Damage

sewer cameraFurthermore, if a sewer line bursts, you’ll need to repair or replace it, which requires excavating. This may damage landscaping, basements, your home foundation, driveways, and other areas, leading to more extensive repairs.

3. Negotiating Power

If sewer line repairs are needed, you can use the costs as leverage when negotiating the home price. Request that the seller either pay for the fix or that they lower the home price by deducting the estimated expense involved.

 

If you’re ready to schedule a sewer camera inspection, Plumb-Rite Plumbing is your go-to resource. Serving the Greater Flathead Valley area from their Kalispell, MT, office, these residential and commercial professionals are available for 24/7 emergency repairs and will work closely with you to ensure you get the most from your home system. Call (406) 257-7795 to schedule an appointment or visit their website to learn more about their company. You can connect on Facebook for more plumbing tips and updates.

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