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Plumbing & Sewer Inspections

Condition Assessments, Reporting, Planning, & Value Engineering

Clear Answers Before Any Work Begins

Before repairs, rehabilitation, or replacement, inspection comes first. At Fathom Plumbing Solutions, inspections are how we diagnose, document, and determine the right solution...not how we sell unnecessary work.

We understand Plumbing, hidden behind walls and beneath structures and while for most these systems are "out of sight and mind", they are not for us. We know that these components have a limited design life expectancy and that when they begin to fail it can be severe and catastrophic, and a daunting task to remediate.

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To get ahead of these challenges we offer a suite of preemptive, investigative, and planning services. Our diagnostic findings enable us to create curated short and long-term solutions through planned maintenance, repair, and replacement, helping our clients avoid costly emergency repairs and the resulting damage.

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Who Inspections Are For

  • Experiencing recurring plumbing or sewer issues?

  • Planning a renovation, remodel, or new construction?

  • Managing a commercial or multi-unit property?

  • Deciding between pipe rehabilitation vs. replacement?

  • Buying or selling a property and need clarity?

If you want facts before fixes, this is the right starting point.

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What Our Inspections Include

Every inspection is structured, documented, and reviewable.

Standard Inspection Components:

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  • High-resolution sewer camera inspection

  • Identification of cracks, roots, offsets, or collapse

  • Verification of pipe material, diameter, and condition

  • Confirmation of flow, slope, and obstructions

  • Recorded footage and still images

 

No assumptions. No guessing.

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What Happens Next?

We follow a clear, repeatable process:

  1. Inspect – Camera inspection performed by licensed professionals

  2. Review – Findings explained clearly, using video evidence

  3. Recommend – Options presented only if action is required

  4. Decide – You choose the next step, on your timeline

 

If no work is needed, we will gladly let you know.

Process
Inspection Types

Types of Inspections we offer

Each inspection is performed independently or as part of a broader diagnostic scope, based on what your system actually requires.

Full Plumbing Inspection & Testing

A comprehensive evaluation of your plumbing system to identify visible and hidden issues.

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Includes:

  • Water supply and distribution review

  • Drain, waste, and vent performance checks

  • Fixture and appliance connections

  • Shutoffs, valves, and accessible piping

 

Best for: Whole-home evaluations, renovations, and property planning.

CCTV Pipe Inspections

High-resolution camera inspections to evaluate underground and concealed piping.

 

Includes:

  • Interior pipe condition review

  • Identification of cracks, roots, offsets, or collapse

  • Verification of pipe material and diameter

  • Recorded footage with still-image documentation

 

Best for: Recurring clogs, backups, rehabilitation vs. replacement decisions.

 (Drain, Waste, Vent, Sewer & Storm)

System Mapping & Labeling

Verification and documentation of pipe routing and connections.

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Includes:

  • Tracing sewer, storm, and drain pathways

  • Identifying cleanouts, tie-ins, and transitions

  • Creating clear system documentation for future reference

 

Best for: Commercial buildings, multi-unit properties, renovations.

Leak Detection & Vapor (Smoke) Testing

Non-invasive testing to locate hidden leaks, sewer gas issues, and system failures.

 

Includes:​

  • Leak detection and flow rate testing

  • Vapor (smoke) testing for vent and sewer leaks

  • Identification of hidden or improper connections

 

Best for:
Water loss, pressure issues, sewer odors, and suspected concealed leaks.

Pipe Condition Assessment

A focused structural evaluation of pipe integrity and remaining service life.

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Includes:

  • Material degradation analysis

  • Structural viability for rehabilitation (CIPP)

  • Identification of failure risks

 

Best for: Capital planning, aging infrastructure, HOA or commercial systems.

Fixture & Appliance Inspections

Evaluation of plumbing-connected fixtures and appliances.

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Includes:

  • Toilets, sinks, showers, and tubs

  • Water heaters and tankless systems

  • Appliances with water connections

 

Best for: Performance issues, upgrades, and preventive maintenance.

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Why Fathom Plumbing Solutions?

  • Licensed & insured inspection professionals

  • Experience across residential, commercial, and multi-unit systems

  • No incentives to recommend the wrong solution(s)

  • Clear and transparent documentation you can share

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