Scoping Your Sewer System: For Real Estate Agents
Presented By:
Derek Ballard
Owner / Founder
Inspection Gator
January 14, 2026
11:00 AM Central Time
ASAP Roofing
13026 Kallan Avenue
Tyler, TX 75703
1.00 Real Estate Continuing Education Credit Hours
Approved State(s): TX  Category: Elective
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A sewer scope is a video inspection of the lateral sewer line leading from the house at/near the foundation and connecting to the city or HOA tap or septic tank.  This inspection is often completed by a licensed home inspector during the home inspection process, whose final report can affect the settlement of a real estate transaction.  By becoming better educated on the different options available for the inspection, real estate agents can ease their clients’ anxieties by sharing knowledge of what to expect during and after the sewer scope inspection.

Course Details
Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Define what a sewer scope/video inspection is
  • Explain why a sewer scope should be part of every real estate transaction.
  • Understand the buyer/seller expectations with regards to a sewer scope
  • Describe the limitations that may be encountered during a sewer scope
  • Be familiarized with the sewer scope report and what is included in it.
  • Describe the steps to take once a problem is found during a scope
  • Advise clients on the importance of sewer scope inspections
About The Instructor
Born and raised in the Texarkana area, Derek has had the honor of many friendships and acquaintances over the years. In 2008, looking for a new career path, he decided he wanted to serve the community by doing something meaningful to enhance the housing quality in the area. He attended the American Home Inspectors Training at the University of Texas at Arlington and obtained licenses from both Texas and Arkansas. Later that year, he started Inspection Gator LLC. Clients began spreading the word about his style of inspection and he was humbled to see how rapidly the company grew. With Jessica as a constant support and part of the background success of the company, they feel they have found their calling: To be an ally to buyers and sellers, giving that home-town service and quality information to make good decisions regarding all real estate investments.
Education Credits
Real Estate Continuing Education (Texas) 
1.00 Real Estate Continuing Education Credit Hours
Category: Elective
Price: FREE (No Fee)

Having fully met the requirements of Texas Real Estate Commission, the following course has been approved for 1.0 continuing education credit hours. Provider Approval: 9980. Course Approval: 53482.
Contact Us
Education Provider

Preferred Systems, Inc.
1001 State Street, Suite 1400
Erie, PA 16501
Phone: 888.455.7437
info@preferrededucation.com
www.preferrededucation.com
Instructor

Derek Ballard
License Number:  188771
Inspection Gator
5706 Meadowland Dr
TX, TX 75503
Phone: 903.278.5097
derek@inspectiongator.com
www.inspectiongator.com
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