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For most homeowners, the sewer system is out of sight and out of mind. However, routine septic maintenance is crucial to avoid backups or leaks, which could jeopardize your property’s integrity and your health. Some plumbers or septic professionals use sewer inspection cameras to detect problems quickly and accurately. If your system has never had an inspection before, you may be wondering how it works. Here’s what you should know.

A Guide Sewer Camera Inspections 

What is a sewer camera inspection? 

Sewer lines are typically located under the foundation or underneath the ground, making them difficult to access. Sewer cameras consist of a head connected to a flexible cable.

A septic maintenance technician inserts the camera into the sewer line cleanout or starting from the septic tank and snakes it through the pipes. A monitor shows the inside of the sewer and septic pipes. 

What problems can a camera spot? 

septic maintenanceUsing a sewer line camera, a septic maintenance technician can spot a variety of issues. This includes pipe damage, such as corrosion, cracks, and punctures. The camera can also spot clogs caused by fat, oil, or grease accumulation or blockages from inorganic materials being flushed down the toilet, such as feminine hygiene products, diapers, wipes, or paper towels.

How often should you have an inspection?

Prevention is the best cure when it comes to plumbing and septic maintenance. Therefore, if you want to be prudent, it’s best to have an annual inspection.

This allows a plumber to catch any issues before they become significant, which is particularly important if you have had backups in the past or if you’re concerned about tree root intrusion. You may also want to invest in an inspection when you buy a new home. Septic Camera Inspections are widely required by the buyers financing company.  If you’re purchasing a new home, you may want to check to see if your financing company requires a Septic Camera Inspection, plus as the buyer, it can identify an assortment of costly septic issues you may want to know of upon the purchase.

What happens if problems are found?

If your septic repair technician finds issues, they can advise you as to how to address it. Typically, you’ll have a couple of options. For sagging or collapsed pipes, they may need to dig the lines out and replace them. Sometimes broken or deteriorated Distribution boxes or septic tanks can be noted, and repair estimates given, and then repaired or replaced.

 

 

If you need septic maintenance, contact Abrahamson Septic in Preston, CT. This family-owned and -operated septic service company has more than 50 years of experience in septic installation, pumping, cleaning, and repairs for residents throughout New London County. Call (860) 889-7939 to speak with a friendly staff member to schedule service, or visit their website to learn more about how they can help.

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