When your home’s sewer pipes are clogged or leaking, the cause may not always be obvious. It could be a simple blockage, older cast-iron pipes that are corroded, or something more serious like roots growing through the system. Whatever the problem, the signs are obvious:
- Drain issues
- Gurgling sounds when toilets are flushed
- Backups
- Leaks
These symptoms may seem minor at first, but if they are left untreated, they could cause quite a bit of damage and may lead to unnecessary repairs and costs.
When the cause of a problem is unclear, a sewer camera inspection can detect sewer pipe repair needs before they get worse!
How does sewer camera inspection work?
A camera is attached to a wire and carefully fed through your pipes. Inch by inch, it feeds your plumber detailed, real-time images and video of your home’s system.
The images that are relayed back are informative to the plumber because they show the exact cause of the problem. The camera can see an area where a pipe may have shifted or broken, an area where grease has collected, and areas of deterioration. With this information, your plumber can determine the next steps in fixing the issue. This saves time and money and prevents unnecessary damage to your property.
Here are just a few ways a sewer camera inspection can help you:
1. Locate problems easily and quickly.
Prior to the use of cameras in plumbing, finding the cause and location of a leak or blockage took time. Repairs often required a trial-and-error approach. This sometimes resulted in misdiagnosed issues and unnecessary damage to homes and yards, while also wasting time. The longer it took, the more your plumbing bill skyrocketed!
If you can’t see a blockage or leak, you’re left to wonder what could possibly be causing the problem and where. With technology like camera inspections, pinpointing issues is more accurate and can be done in less time.
Using the camera, your plumber can carefully examine your pipes without digging or cutting. Since the camera can rotate 360 degrees, it makes a thorough inspection of your home’s plumbing. Not only can a sewer camera find tiny fractures, it can actually detect the exact source of the fractures, whether it’s a tree root or a clog in the piping.
2. Sewer camera inspection is minimally invasive.
Before cameras, plumbers often had to rely on guesswork to find damaged pipes. This resulted in destroyed backyards or damaged walls. Cameras can change everything. On top of providing valuable images and video, they also have radio and locators. This allows a plumber to know the exact depth as well as the location of the problem area.
While the plumber may still have to dig up your yard, they’ll do it knowing the exact location of the target. This prevents unnecessary work, damage, and wasted time because repairs are done with precision. In some cases, digging and cutting walls can actually be avoided.
3. Technology prevents future damage.
No one wants to spend money on water damage that could have been prevented. Sewer camera inspections can help catch issues before they get out of hand. If you have an older home, it’s an especially good idea to have regular inspections because pipes wear down over time, making older homes more susceptible to problems.
Camera inspections allow you to identify potential or developing problems before they worsen. For example, if the camera spots a corroding pipe, you could save money by quickly repairing the issue. Camera images can also catch crushed or damaged pipes, tree roots, shifting soil, and more!
A pipe inspection is a great thing to do before purchasing a home. Leaks and water damage from unseen sources can destroy the value of your new home. Cameras will make you aware of problem areas before signing the paperwork. You may also be able to request repairs before the purchase is finalized. This type of inspection is very different from what a home inspector looks for but can be even more valuable to a new homeowner in preventing property damage in the future.
Any home, old or new, can fall victim to plumbing issues. If you suspect a problem with your system or just want to maintain your peace of mind, call a plumber! Early detection and identification is key.
Peace of mind – secured.
Overall, a sewer camera inspection delivers peace of mind. You can rest assured that an inspection is safe, quick, and easy, without being unnecessarily destructive or time-consuming. Issues can be found without guesswork, and images of your pipes and drains allow you to be positive that they’re clean and clear.
Camera inspections are relatively inexpensive, especially when compared to the repairs that may be needed if problems go unchecked. We know how frustrating it can be to not be able to identify the cause of a leak or blockage. Sometimes it’s impossible to know the exact cause without a pair of eyes on it! This is why sewer camera inspections are so useful: They provide positive identifications of issues, even minor ones, allowing your plumber to start work right away.
C&W Plumbing understands the benefits of this technology, and we regularly use it to better serve our customers. Paired with other proven techniques, we can get to the bottom of any plumbing issues you’re facing. If you’re in the Flower Mound or Plano area, give us a call at 972-395-2597!
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