New paving, mulch, or a grade change can leave an exterior sewer cleanout below the surface. Raising access can make future service easier, but the cap and any protective enclosure need to suit the location and expected traffic.
Record the finished grade and nearby traffic
Share a photo and indicate whether the location will be in a planting bed, walkway, or driveway. Tell the plumber the expected change in surface height. Leave the existing cap closed until the crew inspects it.
Coordinate the cover with the surface work
Ask who will adjust the access and who will finish the surrounding surface. If vehicles will cross the spot, have the contractor confirm the protection needed for that location. Keep a photo and a measurement from a permanent landmark so the cleanout can be found later.
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