Sewer Camera Inspection
$150–$500 per inspection
A sewer camera inspection is the single best investment you can make before buying a San Diego home — especially in older neighborhoods where original clay or Orangeburg laterals may be cracked, root-invaded, or bellied from decades of soil movement. We push a self-leveling HD camera through the full length of your sewer line, from the cleanout to the city connection, recording footage you can review with your inspector or real estate agent. For existing homeowners, we use camera inspection to diagnose recurring backups, locate breaks before recommending repair, and verify completed work.
What We Do
- Self-leveling HD camera inspection with footage recorded and provided to you
- Pre-purchase sewer scoping for San Diego home buyers — often requested by inspectors
- Identifies breaks, bellies, root intrusion, offsets, and pipe material (clay, cast iron, Orangeburg)
- Sonde locating to mark the exact depth and path of underground sewer lines
- Post-repair verification camera run included with all sewer line repairs
- Condo and multi-unit lateral inspection for HOA and property management companies
Prices shown are estimates for typical San Diego County jobs. Actual cost depends on job complexity, materials, and permit requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a sewer camera inspection cost in San Diego?
Sewer camera inspections in San Diego cost $150 to $500. Standard inspection with recorded footage is on the low end. Sonde locating (pinpointing depth and path of underground lines) adds $100-200. Pre-purchase sewer scopes are one of the smartest investments a home buyer can make.
Should I get a sewer scope before buying a San Diego home?
Absolutely, especially for homes built before 1970. Original clay or Orangeburg sewer laterals are often cracked, root-invaded, or bellied after decades underground. A $200 camera inspection can reveal $10,000+ of hidden problems and give you negotiation leverage before closing.
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