Sewer Camera Inspection

Pinpoint the exact issue before any repair work begins.

See What’s Actually Happening in Your Pipes

Before recommending any sewer line repair, a good plumber wants to see exactly what’s causing the problem. A sewer camera inspection uses a waterproof, high-resolution camera fed directly into the pipe, giving a real-time view of the interior condition of your sewer line.

This lets your plumber identify the precise location and nature of a blockage, crack, root intrusion, or collapse — without any exploratory digging.

Camera inspections are also useful for due diligence, such as before buying a home with an older sewer line.

Plumber performing a sewer camera inspection

What a Camera Inspection Can Reveal

Exact location and severity of a blockage
Tree root intrusion into the pipe
Cracks, fractures, or pipe collapse
Misaligned or separated pipe joints
Overall pipe material condition and remaining lifespan

Many plumbers can also record the footage, giving you a clear record of your sewer line’s condition.

When a Camera Inspection Makes Sense

A camera inspection is valuable any time you want certainty before spending money on a repair. That includes recurring clogs that keep coming back despite regular cleaning, unexplained wet or sunken spots in your yard, slow drains throughout the home that suggest a main line issue, or simply wanting a baseline understanding of an older sewer line’s condition.

It’s also a smart step before larger projects like landscaping, patio installation, or a home addition near the sewer line’s path, since it can reveal structural weak points before construction begins nearby. Because the equipment can measure distance as it travels through the pipe, your plumber can also pinpoint the exact depth and location of a problem for targeted excavation, if that turns out to be necessary.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a camera inspection take?

Most inspections take 30-60 minutes depending on the length of the line being inspected.

Can I get a copy of the footage?

Many plumbers can provide recorded footage or a written report of their findings upon request.

How much does a camera inspection cost?

Cost varies by provider and pipe length. Ask about inspection pricing when requesting your quote.

Should I get a camera inspection before buying a home?

It’s a smart step, especially for older homes, since sewer line issues aren’t always visible during a standard home inspection.