CCTV Drain Inspection

Common questions

• What does the $120 inspection include?

  Your $120 inspection covers a CCTV camera inspection of a stormwater or sewer drain. If you'd like to see it, you can watch the live footage with your plumber, and we'll email you photos of what the camera reveals. If work is needed, you'll get three clear options, with honest advice, and nothing goes ahead until you're ready. If you go ahead with any work, we'll waive the $120 fee.

• Can a CCTV drain camera inspection help me avoid unnecessary excavation?

  Definitely, and that’s one of the biggest reasons people call us. Without a camera, you’re often guessing where the source of the blockage or damage is hiding. Guesswork can mean tearing up the wrong section of your yard, costing time and money.

  With our CCTV drain camera inspection services, we can pinpoint the exact location of the problem in your drain and pipe system. Whether it’s root intrusion, a cracked section, or something wedged in there, our CCTV method lets us find it without digging first.

  Once we’ve found the root cause, we can plan the most cost-effective way to repair your drain, like a full sewer line clean. The result? You only dig where you absolutely have to, saving your landscaping and your budget.

• What problems can a drain camera inspection actually find?

  You’d be surprised by what our CCTV technology has picked up. Because the camera is inserted directly into the line, we can spot all sorts of trouble before it gets worse.

  Common finds include:

  • Root intrusion breaking into joints.
  • Cracks and breaks that can compromise the structural integrity of the pipe.
  • Build-up of grease, silt, or other debris causes blocked drains.
  • Signs of a water leak or damage from older materials.
  • Poor past repairs or DIY fixes that are making things worse.

  It’s not just about spotting blockages. We can also assess the condition of your drains, identify blockages early, and check for weaknesses that might lead to future problems. And if the camera shows a major crack or collapse, we can follow up with boundary trap replacement or targeted repairs before it turns into a full-blown emergency.

• Why might I have a blocked drain and how can you help?

  Blocked drains can cause wastewater to back up, and even slow drainage can be indicative of a growing blockage. High-pressure drain cleaning can remove material from pipes for an immediate fix, but if this issue keeps recurring, there could be a bigger issue with damaged pipework or tree roots. We look into your pipes with CCTV drain cameras to find the root of the problem and provide you with the best options to solve it.

• Does pipe relining work for a blocked pipe?

  Trenchless pipe relining involves creating a new pipe inside the old one to minimise property disruption and costs. Pipe relining can be the best solution for a lot of damaged pipe options, but our team will fully diagnose the blockage issue with CCTV drain cameras to see if this is a suitable option for you.