Mounds View Inflow & Infiltration
Mounds View inflow & infiltration requirements apply to every property before its title transfers. Under Ordinance 967 and the city’s H2OPP Water Preservation Program, owners must have the sewer lateral televised, submit the video for city review, and complete any required repairs within 90 days. Marvel Sewer & Drain is the city’s partner for lateral televising and helps Mounds View sellers move from inspection to Certificate of Compliance without delaying closing.
If you’re getting ready to sell, the sewer video should be one of the first items on your list. A failed review can hold up a closing, and repairs take time to schedule. Call 763-314-3148 to book your inspection now and keep your sale on track.
Mounds View I&I Program
Mounds View has offered city sewer service since as early as 1964. As the city pointed out in its Spring 2025 newsletter, that means many private sewer services are now close to 60 years old. Pipes that age are prone to cracks, root intrusion, and shifted joints that let groundwater into the sanitary system.
To address it, the City Council approved Ordinance 967, which took effect January 1, 2020, as part of the Water Preservation Program, known locally as H2OPP. The ordinance requires every property owner to have the sewer line from the building to the main televised, and repaired if needed, before the title transfers. The city’s H2OPP and Point of Sale page makes the responsibility clear: the lateral belongs to the property owner.
H2OPP has three stated goals:
- Protecting groundwater from contamination
- Conserving treated water
- Reducing discharge into the storm and sanitary sewer systems
The program fits into a bigger picture of local investment. According to the Minnesota GreenStep Cities profile, Mounds View reconstructed about 26 miles of city streets beginning in 2008 and added rain gardens throughout the project area. Keeping clear water out of private laterals protects that public investment.
Mounds View Point Of Sale Sewer Inspection
The city lays out a specific sequence for sellers. Following it in order saves time:
- Submit the city’s Inflow and Infiltration application along with the $150 application fee.
- Hire a company to televise the sewer service line from the house to the main.
- Send the original video to the Public Works Department for review.
- Wait for the city’s response, which comes within five business days.
- Receive a Certificate of Compliance, or a Notice of Correction if repairs are needed.
The city lists Marvel Sewer & Drain as its partner for televising, at a rate of $145, though owners may hire any contractor they choose. Because we work with Mounds View’s requirements regularly, we know exactly what the reviewers need to see.
Sewer Camera Inspection Mounds View
Not every sewer video passes Mounds View’s standards. The city sets technical requirements, and footage that misses them may need to be redone. According to Public Works, the video must:
- Move the camera no faster than one foot per second
- Show each pipe joint for at least three seconds
- Be the original camera file in .mp4 format
The city won’t accept YouTube links or a video recorded from another screen. Submissions can go by Dropbox, direct .mp4 file, or flash drive. Our technicians run the camera at the pace the city expects and deliver the original file, so your review can start without a do-over.
Under our Empowerment Guarantee, we also walk you through the footage before it goes to the city. You’ll know whether a correction notice is likely before the official review arrives.
Mounds View I&I Compliance Inspection
City staff look for deficiencies such as cracked pipe, offset joints, and tree roots growing into the line. What happens next depends on the result.
If the line passes, you’ll receive a Certificate of Compliance by email. It’s valid for twenty years and stays with the property, so the next buyer benefits too.
If the review finds I&I, you’ll receive a Notice of Correction by email. From there:
- Repairs must be completed within 90 days.
- The property can’t be sold or transferred until the repairs are made.
- Closing in escrow may be possible when repairs can’t be finished first, so contact Public Works about that option.
- A new Certificate of Compliance is issued once the repairs are complete.
Skipping the process has consequences beyond a delayed closing. A City of Minneapolis review of regional programs notes that Mounds View can fine sellers for noncompliance, starting at $100 and rising to $250 for the second and third fines.
Received a Notice of Correction? Call 763-314-3148 and we’ll help you plan a repair that fits your 90-day window.
Sewer Lateral Repair Mounds View
According to the city, repairs may include excavation or lining of the lateral. The right choice depends on what the video shows and where the damage sits. Common fixes include:
- Trenchless lining of the full lateral to seal cracks and joints
- Spot repair of a single damaged section
- Excavation and replacement for collapsed pipe or damage near the foundation
- Root removal followed by lining to keep roots from returning
One rule surprises many homeowners. Mounds View notes that plumbing codes require lining to begin at least two feet from the foundation, and pipe under the structure can’t be lined. If your video shows defects close to the house, we’ll explain how that affects the repair plan before any work starts.
Mounds View also posts our lining rates on its Public Works page, which gives sellers a transparent starting point for budgeting. We’ll still provide upfront pricing for your specific line after reviewing the footage with you.
Sewer Backup Repair Mounds View MN
Not every sewer problem shows up during a home sale. Backups after heavy rain or snowmelt often point to groundwater entering a damaged lateral or clear water connections inside the home. The city’s sewer backup guidance advises residents to call the city before calling a plumber, which helps rule out a problem in the public main.
Once the city confirms the main is clear, these signs suggest the private line needs attention:
- Water rising through a basement floor drain during storms
- Toilets that gurgle when other fixtures drain
- Recurring clogs that come back weeks after cleaning
- Sewer odors in the lower level
Sump Pump Disconnection Mounds View MN
Homes near Spring Lake, Rice Creek, and the low ground around Silver View Pond can see their sump pumps cycle often in wet seasons. A pump that discharges into a floor drain or laundry tub sends that groundwater straight into the sanitary sewer. We reroute it to a permanent outdoor discharge so the water stays out of the system where it doesn’t belong.
Sewer Inspection Before Selling Home Mounds View
Timing is the biggest factor in a smooth point-of-sale process. Sellers who start early have more options and less stress. A few tips from our experience:
- Schedule the camera inspection before listing, not after accepting an offer.
- Submit the city application and fee early so the review isn’t delayed.
- If repairs are needed, book them right away, since the 90-day clock starts with the notice.
- Talk with your agent and Public Works early if escrow might be necessary.
- Keep your Certificate of Compliance with your closing documents.
Buyers benefit too. A twenty-year certificate gives the new owner confidence that the lateral was checked and repaired when the house changed hands.
Inflow And Infiltration Mounds View MN
Founder Ben Smith started Marvel Sewer & Drain in 2010 to focus on no-dig sewer repair. Today we’re a local, family-owned company that treats every customer the way we’d want to be treated. Mounds View property owners work with us because:
- The city already lists us as its televising partner for the point-of-sale program.
- Our videos are recorded to meet the city’s speed, joint, and file requirements.
- The Empowerment Guarantee means you understand the footage before the city sees it.
- Upfront pricing helps sellers plan around closing dates.
- Trenchless lining protects lawns, driveways, and landscaping.
- We serve nearby Shoreview, New Brighton, Arden Hills, Blaine, and Spring Lake Park as well.
Need more than a sewer inspection? Our Minneapolis plumbing team also handles water heaters, sump pumps, repiping, and fixture work across the north metro.
Want to see what other homeowners say about working with us? View our Google Business Profile for reviews and directions.
Ready to get your sale moving? Call 763-314-3148 or schedule through our contact page.
Is A Sewer Inspection Required To Sell A Home In Mounds View?
Yes. Ordinance 967 requires every property owner to have the sewer lateral televised and repaired if needed before the title transfers.
How Much Does The Mounds View Point Of Sale Application Cost?
The city charges a $150 application fee. The cost of televising the line is separate and depends on the contractor you hire.
How Long Is A Mounds View Certificate Of Compliance Valid?
The certificate is good for twenty years and stays with the property, even after it sells.
How Long Do I Have To Make Repairs After A Notice Of Correction?
Repairs must be completed within 90 days. The property can’t be sold or transferred until the work is done, though closing in escrow may be an option.
What Are The City’s Requirements For The Sewer Video?
The camera must move no faster than one foot per second, show each joint for at least three seconds, and the original .mp4 file must be submitted to Public Works.
Can Every Part Of My Sewer Lateral Be Lined?
Not always. According to the city, lining must start at least two feet from the foundation, and pipe beneath the structure can’t be lined.
How Fast Does Mounds View Review The Sewer Video?
City staff review submitted videos within five business days and email either a Certificate of Compliance or a Notice of Correction.