How To Prevent $10,000 In Damage With A Sewer Camera Inspection
Nathan Fairchild • June 25, 2025
What’s Hiding in Your Sewer Line? What Every Homeowner Should Know About Sewer Inspections
When you think about a home inspection, you probably picture roofs, wiring, or maybe a leaky faucet. But one of the most important areas of any property isn’t visible during a standard walk-through: the main sewer line. At True-Check Home Inspections, we believe what's underground matters just as much as what’s above it.
That’s why we offer professional sewer camera inspections—to uncover hidden issues before they cause big problems.
Why You Need a Sewer Scope Inspection
Sewer problems can sneak up on homeowners. By the time you notice a backup, the damage (and the repair bill) may already be serious. Whether you’re buying a home or maintaining your current one, a sewer scope gives you an inside look at your plumbing’s condition—without the mess of digging.
Sewer camera inspections can catch:
Cracked or collapsed pipes
Root intrusions from nearby trees
Misaligned or sagging (bellied) lines
Debris blockages and buildup
Damage from corrosion or age
These problems are especially common in older homes or areas with clay or cast iron pipes—something Denver and surrounding regions have plenty of.
Ideal for Homebuyers and Current Owners
Sewer inspections aren’t just for real estate transactions—but they can be a deal saver. If we find damage before you buy, you can renegotiate or plan for repairs. And if you already own, catching issues early means you can avoid surprise backups or costly excavation.
A typical sewer line replacement can run $8,000 to $20,000—sometimes more. A quick inspection from True-Check can help prevent all that.
What Is a Sewer Camera and How Does It Work?
A sewer inspection camera is a high-definition, waterproof device attached to a long, flexible rod. Our inspectors insert it through a cleanout or drain, and it sends live video footage to a monitor. This lets us check the full length of your main sewer pipe from the inside.
Modern sewer cameras are equipped with:
LED lighting for visibility
Self-righting orientation
Measurement tools to identify pipe depth and length
Real-time recording for client reports
This technology allows us to locate exact problems and recommend the right fix—without guesswork.
Brands We Trust for Sewer Cameras
As professional home inspectors, we only work with equipment that meets our standards for clarity, reliability, and precision. Some of the brands we rely on include:
RIDGID – Industry-leading systems built for professional inspection
InspectorCamera – Budget-friendly but dependable for residential work
The equipment may vary, but our goal stays the same: get you the clearest, most accurate view of your sewer line.
Why Camera Protection Matters — And What a Sewer Skid Does
As tough as sewer cameras are, they still need protection. Pipes can contain grit, water, roots, and sharp corrosion points that can wear down or damage even the best equipment.
That’s why we use sewer camera skids—specialized attachments that lift the camera off the pipe floor, center it in the line, and improve the quality of the footage.
Benefits of using a skid:
Cleaner, more stable video
Less risk of scratching or damaging the lens
Better navigation through offsets or debris
Longer lifespan for expensive inspection gear
Why We Trust SkidShield
To keep our equipment safe and our inspections accurate, True-Check uses skids from SkidShield, a U.S.-based company that specializes in rugged sewer camera protection.
SkidShield offers skids that fit:
Whether we’re inspecting PVC in a new development or corroded cast iron in a century-old home, we know our cameras are protected and stable inside the line.
Schedule Your Sewer Inspection with True-Check
Whether you're preparing to buy a home or just want peace of mind about your plumbing, a sewer camera inspection is one of the smartest decisions you can make. It's quick, affordable, and could save you from unexpected headaches down the road.
Call True-Check Home Inspections today to schedule your sewer scope. We’ll show you what’s happening underground—clearly, and with confidence.
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