Before escrow closes, have your new home’s sewage line inspected!
Buying a new home is exciting! It’s an opportunity to put down roots and settle down. However, with all the paperwork, inspections, and appraisals, buying a home can be stressful. As you get caught up in all the excitement, don’t forget to think about your new home’s plumbing. While ensuring that all the pipes are up to date, most homeowners forget to have their sewage systems inspected. In addition to your home inspection, have a sewage inspection done, especially in older homes. Keep your new home safe and secure, and check out what you need to know about sewage inspections.
Why do I need a sewage line inspection?
Not only is it required for most home sales, but sewage lines don’t always withstand the test of time. As a home ages, sewage lines are faced with root intrusion, corrosion, and everyday wear and tear. Eventually, the pipe can collapse, which can then lead to a messy clean up in your home. Have your sewage line inspected before you sign all your mortgage paperwork to avoid any sewage backups or leaks so that you can avoid an expensive clean up. In fact, it can cost several thousands of dollars to repair.
How is a sewage line inspected?
Your sewage system should only be inspected by a licensed plumber. However, thanks to modern technology, your plumber can easily inspect your sewage line with a camera. A small video camera is attached to a plumbing snake that is then sent down into the sewage line. It then gives you a live feed to check out the condition of your line. It can give you valuable information to see if the pipe is clogged, and what type of condition that your sewage line is in. That way you have a better idea of whether or not you need new sewage line before your home purchase is finalized.
Rest easy knowing that your new home is in great shape, and get a sewage inspection. For assistance with all your plumbing needs, contact the experts at Thousand Oaks Plumbing. Located in Thousand Oaks, California we help the Conejo Valley, Ventura County, and San Fernando Valley with all their water conservation and plumbing needs.
