If you’re a homeowner, you’re no stranger to unexpected plumbing issues. Blocked lines, clogs, and leaks can be costly, time consuming to deal with, and cause a lot of stress.

This is especially true if you have older plumbing, which is more prone to issues.

But it is possible to identify these potential problems before they get worse when you have a drain and sewer camera inspection done.

What Is A Drain And Sewer Camera Inspection?

This inspection is performed by a licensed plumber and consists of inserting a flexible cable with a fiber optic camera attached to the end into your plumbing system. The cable is then controlled by a remote to navigate through your pipes and drains. This gives the plumber a real-time picture of the inside of your pipes.

If you’re a homeowner, you’re no stranger to unexpected plumbing issues. Blocked lines, clogs, and leaks can be costly, time consuming to deal with, and cause a lot of stress.

This is especially true if you have older plumbing, which is more prone to issues.

But it is possible to identify these potential problems before they get worse when you have a drain and sewer camera inspection done.

What Is A Drain And Sewer Camera Inspection?

This inspection is performed by a licensed plumber and consists of inserting a flexible cable with a fiber optic camera attached to the end into your plumbing system. The cable is then controlled by a remote to navigate through your pipes and drains. This gives the plumber a real-time picture of the inside of your pipes.

Sewer Back-Up

Things like a simple clog or even tree roots growing through your sewer line can cause your sewer to begin backing up. If you’re noticing a backup of your sewer line, it may be time to have a camera inspection to determine the cause and location of the problem.

Old Home Or Purchasing A New Home

Old pipes are more likely to suffer from clogs, leaks, and corrosion. A camera inspection will allow the plumber to realize any of these issues and recommend a pipe replacement if necessary.

The same goes for when you purchase a new home. You want to make sure the condition of your pipes is strong and will last for many years. A camera inspection will do just that.

Low Water Pressure

Typically low water pressure is caused by a leak or clogs in your pipes. If you’re seeing that your faucets and shower head have decreased pressure a camera inspection is recommended. This will allow the plumber to find what is causing your low water pressure and how they can fix it.

Perks To Regular Drain And Sewer Camera Inspections

Regular drain and sewer camera inspections can help prolong the life of your plumbing system and also help you save money in the long run.

Locates Water Leaks

Sometimes finding the source of a leak can take some time. A camera inspection will provide a true, real-time look at your pipes which will make locating the leak much faster.

Identifies Blockage

Blockages in your plumbing system are caused for various reasons. Things like grease and debris clogging up the pipe or even tree roots growing through your sewer line can create blockages.

 

Since the camera inspection will be able to look at where the blockage is located and exactly what is causing it this will help the plumber to make a plan on how to solve it. It may require a repair with heavy equipment or something more simple like a DIY method to resolve the blockage.

Evaluations The Condition of The Pipes

Older plumbing systems tend to have an increased chance of broken pipes and corrosion which will cause more issues in the future. With a camera inspection, the plumber will notice signs of these problems before they get worse. If the condition of the pipes is bad enough a pipe replacement may be recommended.

Quick Repairs

It’s best to get leaks and clogged pipes resolved quickly before they get worse. Because a camera inspection can find the precise location of a busted or clogged pipe the job will get completed much faster. This also will reveal any potential problems that can be fixed before they grow into something greater.

Protects Your Lawn

The past way of finding a busted or blocked pipe was to dig trenches next to your plumbing pipes. With the new camera technology, it will save your lawn from being dug up which will preserve your grass, trees, and shrubs for many years.

Helps You Save Money

Emergency repairs can cost a lot that maybe you weren’t prepared for. A drain and sewer camera inspection can let a plumber catch any potential problems and repair them before they expand into something bigger. This will result in you saving money on unexpected repairs.

How Much Does It Cost?

Something to keep in mind is the cost of doing one of these inspections yourself can be very expensive. The camera alone costs between $1,000 to $15,000. Whereas the average cost of a professional doing the inspection for you is only a fraction of the price.

Our Proskill Services team has experience in drain and sewer camera inspections. Schedule your appointment with us today!