If your home experiences clogged drains or you hear strange noises coming from the plumbing, you should schedule a camera inspection right away. During this process, a professional feeds a waterproof camera into your sewer line to assess the pipes and identify any damage. Below is more information about these inspections, as well as several reasons you should get one.

How Do Camera Inspections Work?

A sewer professional uses a specialized cable that contains small LED lights and a high definition video camera on the tip. They will insert the camera into the sewer line of your home, and as it moves through the pipes, it transmits a video signal to a monitor. There, the technician can view the interior of the pipes and see the source of clogged drains, such as grease accumulation or debris. They can also identify any cracks, corrosion, and pipe misalignments, as well as structural defects.

What Are the Benefits?

With a camera inspection, you can learn about what's happening in your sewer line. It removes the guesswork that comes with trying to diagnose a problem that you cannot easily see. The camera illuminates the pipes and joints along the entire length of the line—which may extend 300 feet or more—allowing you to identify the cause of your sewer problem reliably.

This saves you both time and money. For instance, if you have a clogged drain, a camera inspection can tell you if you need drain cleaning or if a full replacement is necessary.

For major repairs, a second opinion can be helpful before proceeding. A camera inspection will offer the necessary insights to determine the cause of your issue. This means you can make a confident decision about whether to move forward with the repairs. The results of the inspection leave little room for interpretation, allowing you to create a plan for repairs that protects your plumbing, home, family, and wallet.

When you need a camera inspection for your sewer line, trust Holmes Sewer & Drain. This drain cleaning professional has more than 30 years of experience serving Lincoln, NE and surrounding area.  In addition to camera inspections, he can provide locating services, cabling, milling and hydrojetting. Call (402) 432-6312 to schedule an appointment. Visit him online for more information about his services.