When evaluating an investment property, put the sewer inspection scope and findings into your property file alongside the other inspections. The useful result is a written record of what was examined, what was observed, and what needs follow-up—not an assumed repair allowance based on the building’s age.
The Sewer Inspection Company serves residential and commercial properties throughout DFW. Sewer inspections start at $239 and up, with a certified Master Plumber sewer inspection report and linked high-definition video narrated by Steven Shipler, a Texas licensed Master Plumber.
Before requesting a quote
Share the property address, property type, intended inspection scope, and the date you need the findings. Tell us about known plumbing concerns, prior reports, and access restrictions. Confirm the quote for the specific property rather than assuming every commercial or multi-unit inspection is covered by the starting fee.
- Who can authorize and arrange access?
- Which buildings or units are involved?
- Are there tenants, operating businesses, locked gates, or restricted areas to coordinate?
- Which sewer lines does the buyer want evaluated?
- Does any piping serve another building or unit? If that is unknown, flag the question rather than assuming the answer.
Match the inspection coverage to the investment question
Ask which portions can be inspected from the available access points and how limitations will be reported. A report covering one accessible line should not be treated as a report on every line across a larger property.
The $100 add-on includes branch-line inspection, pressure testing of the main lateral lines, a water-line pressure test, and observation of all visible lines. Tell us about access restrictions and confirm the total quote when booking.
Your written report and narrated inspection videos are prepared, uploaded, and delivered the same day as your inspection.
Keep findings separate from repair allowances
Read the report and narrated video before assigning a repair budget. For any recommended work, ask for a written estimate identifying the concern it addresses, the proposed scope, and anything excluded or still uncertain.
We can provide repair estimates when appropriate. Compare estimates for equivalent work, and keep a note of any unresolved question. The inspection fee is separate from a repair estimate.
Our sewer report review guide explains how to organize follow-up questions about footage, coverage, and recommendations.
Use a consistent property review record
For each property, record the inspection date, inspected areas, limitations, report and video links, recommendations, estimate status, and the person responsible for the next step. Mark unanswered questions as unanswered; avoid converting missing information into an assumption that no work is needed.
If you are comparing several properties, use the same questions for each one. That helps you see where the documentation is comparable and where another conversation or inspection may be needed.
Coordinate timing with your transaction team
Reports and videos are delivered the same day as the inspection. Tell us any specific transaction deadline when booking. Coordinate seller or tenant access through the authorized contact. Discuss contract deadlines and purchase decisions with your agent and appropriate advisers; the inspection does not promise a particular negotiation result.
Your agent can use our appointment scheduling checklist to gather the details.
Request an inspection for your DFW property
We serve Dallas–Fort Worth, including Dallas, North Dallas, Plano, Richardson, Garland, Allen, Frisco, and Collin County. Read our inspection pricing guide, then request an appointment or call 972-333-5448 to confirm the property’s scope and scheduling needs.