Camera Inspections
Camera Inspections | Commercial Plumbing | Plumbing | Apison
Whether you run a restaurant on East Brainerd Road or manage a warehouse off Apison Pike, you can’t afford hidden pipe problems to interrupt your day. HEP’s state-of-the-art camera inspections slip deep inside your lines, revealing blockages, corrosion, or root intrusions in real time—without shutting down operations or tearing up concrete. Our licensed technicians arrive when it suits your schedule, stream the footage straight to a monitor, and explain every finding so you can make informed decisions on the spot.
From routine maintenance to emergency troubleshooting, our camera technology helps protect your investment and keep your business compliant with health and safety codes. Pair this service with our full range of commercial plumbing expertise—repairs, repiping, grease-trap work, backflow testing—and you’ll have a single partner who handles it all. Ready for crystal-clear answers about your pipes? Call HEP today and see why Apison businesses trust us for dependable commercial plumbing solutions that stay one step ahead of trouble.
FAQs
What is a commercial plumbing camera inspection and how does it work?
A commercial plumbing camera inspection involves inserting a high-resolution, waterproof video camera attached to a flexible cable into your building’s sewer or drain lines. As the camera travels through the piping, real-time footage is transmitted to a portable monitor, allowing our licensed technicians to see the interior condition of the pipes, locate blockages, cracks, corrosion, or misaligned joints, and record the exact depth and location of any problems. This non-invasive method lets us diagnose issues quickly without having to dig or dismantle fixtures.
Why should businesses in Apison schedule regular camera inspections?
Commercial properties typically have higher usage and more complex plumbing systems than residential buildings. Regular camera inspections help Apison businesses: 1) prevent costly downtime by catching developing issues early; 2) protect inventory and equipment from water damage; 3) comply with local health and safety codes; 4) document pipe conditions for insurance or property management records; and 5) extend the life of the plumbing system by enabling targeted, proactive maintenance instead of emergency repairs.
What types of problems can a camera inspection detect that other methods might miss?
Because the camera provides a 360-degree view inside the pipe, it can identify hairline cracks, pipe belly sags, intrusive tree roots, hidden grease buildup, collapsed sections, corroded cast iron, misaligned or offset joints, and foreign objects lodged deep within the line. Traditional snaking or hydrojetting may restore flow temporarily but cannot reveal these underlying structural issues, making camera inspection the most thorough diagnostic tool available.
How long does a typical commercial camera inspection take and will it disrupt our operations?
Most inspections for small to medium commercial properties in Apison take 1–2 hours, depending on the length and complexity of the drain lines. Our technicians work around your schedule—early morning, after hours, or during low-traffic periods—to minimize disruption. Since the process is trench-free, there is no excavation, no shutting down water service, and no major cleanup required. You can usually continue normal operations while the inspection is underway.
What deliverables will we receive after the inspection?
You will receive a digital recording of the entire inspection, high-resolution snapshots of any problem areas, a detailed written report outlining pipe locations, depths, and identified issues, and our professional recommendations for repair or preventive maintenance. These materials are useful for insurance claims, lease negotiations, future renovations, and keeping maintenance records up to date.
How much does a commercial plumbing camera inspection cost in Apison and is it worth the investment?
Pricing depends on the number of access points, pipe length, and complexity, but most Apison businesses can expect a range of $275–$550 per inspection. Considering that undetected leaks, sewer backups, or emergency shutdowns can cost thousands in repairs and lost revenue, the inspection typically pays for itself many times over. We also offer bundled preventative maintenance packages that combine annual camera inspections with discounted drain cleaning services to maximize value.