**Attention Cleveland Contractors: Plumbing/Excavation Expertise Needed!

[Nick Bandiera]

Greetings,

I've recently purchased my first duplex in Cleveland. While doing some work, my handyman unexpectedly stepped through the basement floor near a floor drain. Following this, I sought the expertise of a basement/drain specialist.

Findings:

1. They utilized cameras and detected obstructions at two locations: one in the basement and another in the driveway.
2. Their diagnosis suggests a broken clay tile pipe and have quoted an estimate of $11,000 for excavation and repair.

Concerns:

1. Unfortunately, they did not provide any video footage of their findings. I later learned that this had to be requested beforehand - a lesson learned for me.
2. Their availability is limited, with the next slot open a month away.
3. I have reservations about their reliability, especially after going through their less-than-stellar Yelp reviews.

I also consulted with an attorney regarding this. There was subtle language in the initial inspection report hinting at the need for a camera inspection upon closing (Rookie mistake). While it seems a legal recourse might not be viable, I'm hopeful that insurance might come into play.

I am reaching out to this community for advice or recommendations on someone who can schedule this work sooner. This is new territory for me, and any insights or referrals would be of immense help.

Thank you