​Every home buyer should have a sewer inspection done on the home they’re purchasing. There is no way to assess the integrity of the sewer pipes without a sewer scope. Running water to test for an immediate back up doesn’t stress the system enough to tell you about the line itself or the potential for problems in the future any more than flipping on a light switch can tell you about the electrical wiring in your new home.

Even though newer homes are likely constructed with more durable PVC pipe, Many homes in the Kansas City area where built with clay or cast iron pipes and there’s no way of knowing the condition of it without seeing it on video. PVC piping has been known to separate and sag at the joints, and clay pipes will crack and collapse. This is one reason why scheduling a sewer scope inspection is so important!

Sewer inspections assess the conditions of the main sewer line of a home, and help home owners and buyers determine if they need sewer repair. Sewer inspections give peace of mind, knowing that a home buyer can use the home’s facilities without fear of sewer failure or back up.

​SewerGard covers your water line and sewer line against failure due to normal wear and tear, giving you peace of mind! SewerGard protection is offered for a period of 90 days following the date of the inspection, or 22 days after closing, whichever comes later. If you received a sewer scope, this policy is extended to 6 months from the date of the inspection, or 22 days from closing, whichever comes later ​in accordance with this policy.