Question 1

What is a sewer camera inspection?

Accepted Answer

A sewer camera inspection uses a waterproof camera attached to a push cable or inspection system to view the inside of an accessible drain or sewer pipe. The technician looks for roots, grease, cracks, corrosion, offsets, blockages, standing water, and other visible conditions.

Question 2

Can a camera find the exact location of a sewer problem?

Accepted Answer

Many camera systems include a transmitter that can be detected from the surface. Where conditions allow, Jetters N' Drains can estimate the position and depth of the camera or defect. Soil conditions, utilities, building materials, signal interference, pipe depth, and equipment limitations can affect accuracy.

Question 3

Can the camera inspect a completely clogged sewer?

Accepted Answer

Not always. A complete blockage may prevent the camera from passing. The line may need to be opened or cleaned before the full inspection can continue.

Question 4

Can a sewer camera see through water?

Accepted Answer

The camera may continue through shallow water, but the visible image becomes limited when the lens is submerged or wastewater is cloudy. Standing water can prevent a clear view of the pipe wall.

Question 5

Can a camera find roots?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Root intrusion is usually visible when the camera can reach the affected section. The inspection may also show the crack, joint, or connection where the roots entered.

Question 6

Can a camera confirm a sewer belly?

Accepted Answer

Standing water across a section may indicate a low area, but the video alone may not establish the exact cause, length, or grade. Additional locating, measurement, or site evaluation may be required.

Question 7

Can a camera find cracks in cast iron?

Accepted Answer

It can show visible cracks, corrosion, scale, holes, channeling, and wall loss when the surface is exposed. Heavy buildup may need to be removed before the actual pipe condition can be seen.

Question 8

Should the sewer be cleaned before inspection?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the purpose of the inspection. An initial camera pass may identify the blockage and guide cleaning. A post-cleaning inspection is often needed to evaluate the exposed pipe wall.

Question 9

Do I receive a recording?

Accepted Answer

Jetters N' Drains reviews significant findings with the customer and explains what the camera shows. Ask during scheduling about video files, still images, or written documentation for your specific project. Deliverables vary by scope and are confirmed before work begins.

Question 10

Can a sewer camera find every pipe problem?

Accepted Answer

No. It shows visible conditions inside the accessible pipe. It cannot determine every condition outside the pipe or see through heavy buildup, standing wastewater, or a complete blockage.

Question 11

Can you inspect a sewer before buying a home?

Accepted Answer

Yes, when suitable access is available. The inspection can provide additional information about visible conditions in the accessible sewer lateral. It does not guarantee future performance or replace other property due diligence.

Question 12

Can video inspection confirm whether a pipe can be lined?

Accepted Answer

It is a required part of the evaluation, but cleaning and a second inspection may be needed before final candidacy is confirmed. Pipe shape, access, slope, diameter, defects, and remaining condition all matter.

Question 13

Can you inspect commercial sewer lines?

Accepted Answer

Yes, qualifying commercial building drains, laterals, kitchen lines, shared systems, and larger accessible piping can be inspected using equipment appropriate for the pipe and project.

Question 14

How long does a sewer camera inspection take?

Accepted Answer

The duration depends on access, pipe length, blockage conditions, cleaning requirements, bends, branches, water level, and the amount of documentation required.

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