Home Inspection, Milwaukie, Oregon

The most common way that homes in the Portland and Happy Valley area dispose of wastewater is through a lateral drain line to the sewer main.  Although some homes still operate on cesspool or septic systems, these are uncommon in metro areas today.  The main lateral sewer drain line from a house is a critical component to a happy and functioning drainage system and home. Sewer repairs can be very costly, in some cases they can cost in the tens of thousands of dollars. Often times the only means for repair is to dig up the old sewer line and replace it with new plastic pipe made of either ABS or PVC.  It is highly recommended to get a sewer scope on any home, old or new.  Defects that we see in newer homes can be improperly sloped pipes, that create an area with standing water or a “belly”. A pipe with improper slope can disrupt the proper flow and drainage or waste.  During the sewer scope, we will insert a small camera on a long cable, usually 200 feet in length. We will record the inspection to video, and provide you with a copy.