Sewer Camera Inspection in Littleton, CO

Most Littleton residents get sewer service from the City of Littleton, with treatment at South Platte Renew, even though Denver Water provides their drinking water. A camera inspection of the lateral leaving your house shows roots, cracks, offsets or sags and where they are. Call the number on this page to be connected with a local plumber in Littleton.

Who do I call about sewer in Littleton, Denver Water or the city?

The city. Littleton is an unusual split: the city says all of its residents get water from Denver Water, but sewer and storm drainage are billed by the City of Littleton. Wastewater goes to South Platte Renew, the treatment plant owned jointly by Littleton and Englewood. For an after-hours sewer emergency on the public side, the city's line is 303-794-1551, and during normal hours it is 303-795-3959. One catch: Littleton ZIP codes also cover unincorporated communities such as Columbine, Ken Caryl and Highlands Ranch, whose residents are billed by their own sanitation districts. The city offers a Special District Look Up Map if you are not sure.

Why do older Littleton homes have more sewer trouble?

Littleton grew rapidly in the 1950s and 1960s around its historic Main Street along the South Platte River, so many neighborhoods have laterals that have been in the ground for well over half a century. Pipe from that era, often clay or cast iron, can develop cracked hubs, offset joints and root intrusion, especially under mature trees. A camera shows which of those you have, and whether the problem is one bad joint or a long stretch of failing pipe. Newer infill and rebuilt homes may have plastic lines that are in much better shape, but even those can settle.

What happens if the camera shows a repair is needed?

The city's Permit Center requires permits to install, alter, repair or replace any plumbing system within city jurisdiction, so a sewer line repair needs one. The plumber doing the work usually handles it; homeowners doing their own single-discipline work sign a Homeowner Affidavit. If your Littleton mailing address is actually outside city limits, the permit comes from Arapahoe, Jefferson or Douglas County instead, and the city's District Map Tool will tell you which. The Permit Center is at 303-795-3751.

Call now to be connected with a local plumber in Littleton.

(303) 529-9880

Local note

If you are buying an older home near downtown or along Santa Fe Drive, put a sewer scope on your inspection list. The lateral is one of the most expensive parts of a house to replace, and the footage costs far less than a surprise later.

Sewer Camera Inspection questions in Littleton

Who should I call first when sewage backs up?

If neighbors are affected too, call the City of Littleton (303-795-3959, or 303-794-1551 after hours). If it is only your house, a plumber is usually the right first call.

Is a sewer scope worth ordering before I buy a house here?

Often, yes. Much of Littleton was built in the 1950s and 1960s, and older laterals can hide cracks or roots.

Do I need a permit if the camera finds a broken line?

Yes. Littleton requires permits to repair or replace any plumbing system; addresses outside city limits go to the county.

Can the camera tell what my sewer pipe is made of?

Usually. Clay, cast iron and plastic look distinct on screen, which helps decide between a spot repair and replacement.