Out of Sight, But Never Out of Trouble: Why a Sewer Scope Could Save You Thousands

Picture this: You’ve found the perfect home in Marietta. The yard is manicured, the kitchen is spotless, and the bathrooms are fully updated. You’re already mentally arranging furniture when your inspector asks:

“Do you want to add a sewer scope to the inspection?”

You pause. The house looks great. What could possibly be wrong underground?

Spoiler alert: A lot.

The Hidden Danger Beneath the Surface

At Sharp Eye Inspections, we’ve scoped sewer lines in Powder Springs, Rockmart, Carrollton, and Smyrna—and what we’ve found would surprise even the most experienced buyers. Root intrusion, pipe bellies, collapsed lines, and debris build-up are just a few common issues we’ve seen that aren’t visible during a traditional home inspection.

In a recent inspection in Kennesaw, a family buying a 20-year-old home nearly skipped the sewer scope. Thankfully, they decided to go through with it—and we found a cracked clay pipe that would’ve caused a full backup within months. That scope saved them nearly $10,000 in repair costs.

What is a Sewer Scope?

A sewer scope is a specialized camera inspection of the home’s main sewer line, running from the house to the street or septic tank. The process is quick and non-invasive—but the insight it gives is priceless.

We recommend sewer scopes for:

• Homes over 20 years old

• Homes with trees near the main line (roots love to sneak in!)

• Any home that’s been vacant for a long time

• Older neighborhoods

• Homes with no history of recent plumbing upgrades

Why It Matters

You’d never buy a car without popping the hood. So why buy a house without checking its plumbing system?

A damaged sewer line can mean backups, soggy yards, and major repair bills. The worst part? Most homeowners insurance policies don’t cover it.

📅 Protect Your Investment—Scope It Out

If you’re buying in West or Metro Atlanta, ask Sharp Eye Inspections to add a sewer scope to your buyer’s inspection.

Schedule online at www.myGAinspector.com or call us at 770-378-4164.
Out of sight shouldn’t mean out of mind.

🔍 Sharp Eye Inspections – Buy Smart. Inspect with Confidence.