Sewer Camera Inspections
If you’re dealing with recurring clogs or slow drains, a sewer camera inspection is one of the best tools we have to figure out what’s going on underground. Instead of guessing or digging up your yard, we feed a small waterproof camera through your sewer or main drain line to get a clear look at the inside of your pipes. This lets us spot cracks, root intrusions, bellies, blockages, and other issues without tearing anything up.
By catching these problems early, you can avoid much bigger repairs down the road. Something like a small crack or partial blockage might not seem urgent, but left alone, it can turn into a collapsed pipe or sewage backup. When you can see exactly what’s happening inside the line, it’s easier to make the right decision about what needs fixing and when. It also helps you avoid spending money on temporary fixes that don’t solve the real problem.
The Most Common Problems We Find and How We Handle Them
Around Charlottesville and Ivy, we see a lot of older homes with original sewer lines. Many of those are made from clay or cast iron, which are more prone to cracking, shifting, or getting invaded by tree roots. When we run the camera, we often find root intrusion, sections that have settled and created low spots, or joints that have started to separate.
If the issue is a root blockage or buildup, we’ll typically follow up with hydro jetting to clean the line and get it flowing again. For cracks, collapses, or separated joints, we’ll walk you through the repair options. Sometimes that means digging and replacing a section of pipe, depending on access and pipe condition.
Whatever we find, we’ll show you the video and explain exactly what you’re looking at. That way you’re not taking our word for it—you’re seeing it with your own eyes.
Why It’s Smart to Do a Sewer Camera Inspection Before Buying a Home
If you’re buying a house, especially one that’s more than 20 or 30 years old, a sewer camera inspection is one of the smartest things you can do. Most home inspections don’t include the sewer line, which means you could buy a home that looks perfect on the surface but has thousands of dollars worth of underground problems.
We’ve seen buyers move in only to find out a month later that the sewer is backing up because of a broken pipe. That’s a nightmare nobody wants to deal with, especially after just purchasing a home. With a quick camera inspection, we can give you a clear answer on the condition of the main line before you close the deal. If something is wrong, you can ask the seller to take care of it or at least know what to expect. If everything looks good, it gives you peace of mind that the plumbing is solid.
Whether you’re troubleshooting a problem or doing your due diligence before a home purchase, a sewer camera inspection is a fast, affordable way to get the full picture. Give us a call if you want to schedule one, and we’ll walk you through exactly what to expect.
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- 1167 Redfields Rd Charlottesville, VA 22903
- goSunwavePlumbing@gmail.com
- (434) 218-3072
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