Key takeaways

  • A waterproof camera on a cable records the inside of the pipe
  • It shows buildup, roots, cracks and shifted joints
  • Findings are tied to distances
  • A yearly look builds a history

What it is

A small waterproof camera with its own light is pushed through the drain on a flexible cable, while a monitor shows the live picture and the recording is saved. The cable carries a distance counter so every finding can be located again.

It is like a dental X-ray for your pipes.

What it shows

The pipe material, buildup, roots entering at joints, cracks, shifted or offset joints and low spots that hold water. After a cleaning, it shows how clean the pipe actually is.

That makes it a measuring tool as well as a diagnostic one.

What it cannot show

A camera shows the inside of the pipe it can reach. It cannot see through the wall, and a full blockage, deep water or tight bends can stop it. Where it stops is itself a finding, and a good report says so.

It is a look, not a guarantee.

Why include it in a plan

A camera once a year, ideally just after a cleaning, gives a clear picture and a comparison with last year. It turns an aging line from a worry into a set of facts and often shows whether yearly cleaning is enough.

The footage becomes part of your record.

Quick answers

Do I get the video?

Yes. Ask for a copy with your summary.

Is it the same as a sewer scope?

It is the same tool. A scope for a home purchase is a one-time report, while a check-up is part of ongoing care.

Ready to put this on a schedule?

Call (615) 952-0844 or send the form below, and we will suggest a plan for your property.