Our services
Sewer camera inspection
We record the inside of your sewer or drain so you can see roots, cracks, settled deposits and connections before choosing cleaning or lining.
Symptoms that point to the building sewer
Slow fixtures across a floor, gurgling drains, sewage odor or backups that return after snaking often involve the shared building line, not only one trap.
A camera visit answers whether you are dealing with grease buildup, a root mass, a cracked hub or a section that has settled out of alignment.
What the inspection covers
We push a camera through reachable access points and record material type, diameter changes, joints, connections to branches and visible defects along the run we can reach.
You see the same footage we use to decide whether cleaning alone is enough or whether lining, coating or spot excavation should be on the table.
On the job
See a sewer camera inspection.
The camera travels through the pipe while we watch the live picture, so we can record joints, cracks, roots and deposits as we find them.
A camera inspection from the street
Our camera goes down through a street sewer access, and the live picture plays on the monitor inside our inspection van. This clip was published with our Dorchester project article.
Cleaning order and blocked views
Heavy grease, scale or root balls can block the lens or stop the camera short of the problem. When that happens we clean the line first so the recording reflects the full pipe.
If the camera cannot pass a collapse or severe offset, we tell you where the view ended so the next step is not based on guesswork.
Using the recording for your next decision
Lengths, diameters and defect locations feed liner design, coating suitability and where inversion equipment can tie in.
If another contractor already filmed the line, mention that when you contact us. We can review existing video with you when it still represents current conditions.
Access, water use and shared drains
We need a reachable cleanout, drain opening or agreed access point to introduce the camera. Tell us about finished floors, tenant schedules or fixtures that cannot be offline so we can coordinate.
Some inspections require limited water use while we work. We explain that timing when it applies to your layout.
Inspection FAQ
Should I wait for an emergency before filming?
Repeating symptoms are enough reason to film. Early footage often makes repair planning calmer than waiting for a full backup.
Can you inspect after lining?
Yes. A post-work camera pass can confirm the liner is open and connections are clear when that is part of the scope.
Do I need a new visit if I already have video?
Not always. Share the file and when it was recorded. If conditions may have changed or the camera never reached the problem area, we will recommend a new pass.
Will inspection tell me if lining is possible?
The recording shows whether the pipe still has enough structure for CIPP or coating and where access is practical. Collapsed or missing pipe needs a different repair path.
How long does a typical camera visit take?
Timing depends on line length, access and whether cleaning is needed first. We give a clearer window after we know your symptoms and property layout.