If you have a clogged, broken, or backed-up pipe, your plumber may recommend using a sewer camera to diagnose the problem. This is a small, waterproof camera on a cord that can be put down a drain and give you and your plumber a picture of what’s going on in your pipes. A sewer camera is an invaluable tool for sewer line repair for a handful of reasons.

How a Camera Simplifies Sewer Line Repair

1. Locates Lines & Connections

Not everyone has a full, accurate diagram of their sewer system just lying around the home. If you aren’t sure how your pipes connect or where they’re placed, getting a firsthand look with a camera is the best way to understand how everything is arranged.

2. Identify Pipe Damage

If your plumber isn’t sure what’s causing your plumbing problems, or if pipe damage is suspected but it’s unclear where, a camera can pinpoint the problem. Seeing the location and extent of the damage is the first step in planning sewer line repair.

3. Identify Blockages

Similarly, if there’s a clog deep in your pipes, it may be impossible to address it without first finding where it is and what it’s made of. A camera can send a clear, precise image of the problem—or may even be able to push through it.

​​​​​​​4. Identify Pipe Material

In some homes, the issue isn’t pipe blockage or damage, but the pipes themselves. Older homes may have been constructed with delicate clay or toxic lead pipes that require immediate replacement. A camera will help you check for these materials.

5. ​​​​​​​Minimize Digging

​​​​​​​If your pipes need to be dug up for repairs, a sewer camera will help limit the damage to your landscaping. Many are equipped with transmitters so that, once they reach the site of the damage, your plumber can hone in on that precise location and dig to access only that area of pipe.

 

If you’re interested in sewer camera and line-locating services in Jefferson City, MO, contact All Clear Pumping & Sewer. Their experienced technicians offer a full range of plumbing, septic system, and sewer line repairs 24 hours a day, and they use state-of-the-art technology to deliver results. To schedule a visit, call (573) 443-2660 or reach out online.