HD Camera Inspections
HD Camera Inspections | Main Line Issues | Plumbing | Guild
When your home’s plumbing begins to grumble, HEP’s HD camera inspections cut straight to the source, providing crystal-clear visuals from inside your pipes. Our trained technicians snake a high-definition lens through the line, revealing hidden cracks, invasive roots, or stubborn blockages without the guesswork of traditional digging. Within minutes, you’ll see exactly what we see on screen—so you can feel confident about the next step, whether it’s a simple cleaning or a targeted repair.
This powerful, non-invasive technology is especially valuable for detecting main line issues before they have a chance to flood your yard or damage your foundation. By pinpointing the problem early, we save you time, money, and unnecessary disruption, delivering solutions that last. Schedule an HD camera inspection with HEP today and keep your home’s lifeline flowing freely.
FAQs
What is an HD camera inspection of my main sewer line?
An HD camera inspection involves inserting a waterproof, high-definition video camera attached to a flexible rod through an accessible clean-out and guiding it the full length of your main sewer line. The live video feed allows our licensed technician to view the inside of the pipe in real time, record the footage, and mark the exact depth and location of any problems without excavation.
When should I schedule an HD camera inspection for my home’s main line?
• Before buying or selling a home, to verify the condition of the buried sewer lateral. • If you experience chronic backups, gurgling drains, slow fixtures, or foul odors. • After major construction or tree-root removal near the line. • Every 3–5 years as preventative maintenance for older clay, cast-iron, or Orangeburg piping. Scheduling early helps catch small issues before they become costly emergencies.
What kinds of issues can the camera detect in the main sewer line?
The HD camera can identify root intrusions, grease or scale buildup, cracks, pipe separations, bellies (low spots that hold water), collapsed sections, foreign objects, and improper slope. It also pinpoints the type of pipe material and verifies whether previous repairs were completed correctly.
Will the inspection disrupt my landscaping or require digging?
No. Because the camera is inserted through your existing clean-out, we do not need to dig up your yard, driveway, or floor. The process is non-invasive, quiet, and mess-free. If no clean-out exists, we can often install a small, above-ground access point with minimal surface disturbance.
How long does the inspection take and will I receive a video recording?
Most residential main-line inspections take 45–90 minutes depending on pipe length and the number of findings. Immediately after the inspection, we provide a digital HD video file, still images of any defects, and a written condition report with depth and location data mapped to your property.
What are the next steps if the inspection reveals damage or blockages?
Our report will list repair or maintenance options ranked by urgency and cost. Minor grease or root intrusions may only require hydro-jetting or root treatment. Cracks, offsets, or collapsed sections could need trenchless pipe lining, spot repairs, or traditional replacement. Because the camera records precise locations, any digging or lining is confined to the problem area, saving time and money. We’ll supply a transparent estimate and help you choose the most effective long-term solution.