Advanced Camera Inspections
Advanced Camera Inspections | Main Line Issues | Plumbing | Manchester
When your home or business in Manchester is hit with mysterious clogs, foul odors, or unexplained backups, HEP’s advanced camera inspections give you a clear view of what’s happening below. Our ultra-high-definition equipment snakes through the pipes, streaming real-time video so our certified technicians can pinpoint cracks, root intrusions, grease build-ups, and other hidden culprits behind your main line issues without resorting to messy excavation. By seeing the exact location and nature of the problem, we craft precise, cost-effective solutions that restore flow fast and keep your property intact.
From historic terraces to modern commercial sites, we’ve helped Manchester owners save thousands in unnecessary dig-ups by combining cutting-edge diagnostics with straight-talk service. Schedule an inspection today and experience the peace of mind that comes from knowing every inch of your main line is mapped, measured, and ready for a worry-free future.
FAQs
What is an advanced camera inspection of a main sewer line and how does it work?
An advanced camera inspection involves feeding a high-resolution, waterproof video camera—mounted on a flexible fibre-optic cable—through the main sewer line from an accessible clean-out or drain. The camera transmits live, colour footage to a monitor, allowing our certified technicians to examine the full length of the pipe in real time. We can zoom, pan and record the images, precisely locate the camera head from the surface with a radio transmitter, and generate a detailed digital report that shows the exact condition of the line.
When should I consider scheduling a camera inspection for my main line in Manchester?
A camera inspection is recommended when you experience repeated blockages, slow drains throughout the property, unexplained foul odours, gurgling noises, or after flooding. It is also advisable before purchasing a home, after building works near the sewer route, or every 3–5 years as preventive maintenance for older properties in Manchester’s Victorian and pre-war neighbourhoods where clay or cast-iron pipes are common.
What types of problems can a video inspection detect?
The technology can identify tree-root intrusion, pipe cracks, fractures, or collapses, corrosion, scale build-up, grease deposits, dislodged joints, bellies (sags), misalignments, and improper gradient. It also confirms the pipe’s material, diameter and length, verifies if previous repairs are intact, and locates lost items or obstructions without guesswork.
Will the inspection damage my property or require digging?
No. Camera inspections are entirely non-invasive. The camera is inserted through an existing access point such as a clean-out, soil vent stack or external rodding eye. Because the system is flexible and self-propelled, there is no need for excavation, disruption to landscaping, or breaking up floors. We leave your property exactly as we found it.
How much does a main line camera inspection cost in Manchester and what affects the price?
Typical prices range from £120–£180 for residential properties, depending on length of pipework, ease of access, and whether you need a full written report with video files. Larger commercial lines or combined inspections (drainage plus storm water) may cost more. We provide a fixed, upfront quote, and there is no call-out fee within the Greater Manchester area.
What happens after the inspection—do you provide a report and repair options?
Immediately after the survey, our technician reviews the footage with you, explaining any defects and answering questions. Within 24 hours you receive a digital report that includes HD video links, still images, a condition grade, line diagram, and recommendations. If repairs are needed, we can offer trenchless patch lining, root cutting, hydro-jetting, or conventional excavation, complete with transparent pricing and scheduling flexibility.