Sewer Camera Inspection for Older Homes – Sewer23™

Metro Detroit is home to some of the most beautiful historic architecture in the country, but beneath these properties lies a hidden risk: aging infrastructure. If your home was built before the 1980s, your waste system is likely comprised of clay tile or cast iron piping. At Sewer23™, we provide specialized sewer camera inspections for older homes to help you identify potential disasters before they become costly emergencies.

Why Older Homes Need a “Sewer Scope”

Standard home inspections rarely cover the underground sewer line. Without a dedicated video inspection, you could be inheriting thousands of dollars in hidden repair needs.

• Root Infiltration: Older clay pipes have joints every few feet. Over decades, tree roots find these gaps, creating massive blockages and structural cracks.
• Cast Iron Corrosion: Cast iron pipes rust from the inside out, leading to “channeling” where the bottom of the pipe completely disappears, allowing waste to pool under your foundation.
• Structural Shifting: Decades of Michigan freeze-thaw cycles cause the ground to shift, which can lead to “offset joints” or a collapsed drain line.
• Outdated Traps: Many historic homes still have “running traps” or “house traps” buried in the yard. These are notorious for catching debris and are a primary cause of backups. We specialize in sewer trap elimination to modernize these systems.

What to Expect During Your Inspection

Our goal is to give you a clear, honest picture of your home’s health. We use the latest in fiber-optic diagnostic technology:

1. High-Resolution Video: We feed a waterproof, HD camera through your sewer cleanout to capture every inch of the line to the city main.
2. Real-Time Findings: You can watch the monitor with our technician as we identify blockages, bellies, or breaks.
3. Precision Locating: If a problem is found, we use a digital locator to mark the exact spot and depth in your yard, ensuring any future sewer line repairs are as non-invasive as possible.
4. Expert Consultation: We provide a “Plumbers, Not Salesmen” assessment. If your line is in good shape, we’ll tell you. If it needs a professional cleaning, we’ll show you why.

Homebuyers: Don’t Close Without a Sewer Scope

Negotiating a home purchase in Oakland or Wayne County? A Sewer23™ inspection report is a powerful tool. If we discover a collapsed line or heavy root intrusion, you can use that information to negotiate repair credits or have the seller address the issue before you take possession. It is the most valuable $199–$299 you will spend during the closing process.

PEACE OF MIND FOR YOUR OLDER HOME

$50 OFF A Professional Sewer Camera Inspection

*Essential for homebuyers and owners of homes built before 1985.

Protect Your Investment Today

Whether you’ve lived in your home for thirty years or you’re looking at your first fixer-upper, Sewer23™ is here to ensure your plumbing is sound. We serve West Bloomfield, Farmington Hills, Southfield, and the entire Metro Detroit area.

Call us today at (248) 993-3423 or contact us online to schedule your older home sewer inspection.