Video Cameras
Video Cameras | Main Line Issues | Plumbing | Sequatchie
When drains gurgle, toilets back up, or mysterious odors linger, Sequatchie homeowners turn to HEP’s video camera inspections for fast answers. Our HD cameras journey through your entire sewer line, streaming crystal-clear footage that pinpoints cracks, root intrusions, and hidden blockages without tearing up your yard. This precise, non-invasive approach saves you time, money, and the stress of unnecessary digging.
Repeated clogs, soggy patches in the lawn, or unexplained spikes in the water bill often trace back to main line issues. One call brings our local, licensed technicians to your door with the technology to show you exactly what’s happening underground and the expertise to fix it right the first time—backed by HEP’s “Happy, Excellent, Professional” service promise.
FAQs
Why should I choose a video camera inspection for main sewer line problems in Sequatchie?
A video camera inspection lets our licensed plumbers see the exact condition of your underground main line without digging up your yard. The high-resolution, waterproof camera pinpoints cracks, tree-root intrusions, bellies, grease buildup, and other blockages in real time. In Sequatchie’s rocky terrain, that accuracy prevents unnecessary excavation, reduces repair costs, and shortens service times because we know the precise location and nature of the issue before any work begins.
What warning signs suggest I need my main line inspected with a camera?
Persistent clogs in multiple fixtures, slow drains throughout the home, gurgling toilets, sewage odors in the yard or basement, unexplained wet spots on your lawn, and frequent need for drain cleaning all point to a potential main line obstruction or break. Because these symptoms can come from several causes, a video camera inspection is the fastest way to confirm what’s happening and where the problem is located.
How does the camera inspection process work?
Our technician inserts a flexible, fiber-optic camera through the clean-out or an accessible drain opening. As the camera travels down the pipe, live video feeds to a monitor above ground. We record the footage, measure exact depths and distances with an on-screen counter, and mark problem areas on the surface using an electronic locator. The entire process typically takes 30–60 minutes, requires no digging, and you receive a detailed digital report and video file for your records.
Will a camera inspection damage my plumbing or landscape?
No. The camera is about the size of a marble, slides smoothly through standard sewer and drain piping, and does not require any cutting of pipes or excavation of soil. Your landscaping, driveway, and hardscapes remain untouched. Because we locate issues from above ground, any subsequent repair can be confined to the smallest possible area, minimizing disruption and restoration costs.
What kinds of problems can the camera detect, and how accurate is it?
The equipment reveals root intrusions, cracks, collapsed sections, corrosion, offset joints, low spots (bellies), grease or scale buildup, foreign objects, and improper pipe slope. The integrated transmitter allows us to locate defects within an accuracy of about 6 inches on the surface, even under concrete or asphalt. That accuracy means we dig exactly where repairs are needed—no more, no less.
How much does a sewer camera inspection cost in Sequatchie, and is it worth it?
Most residential main line camera inspections in Sequatchie range from $250 to $400, depending on pipe length and accessibility. Considering that guessing at the problem can lead to thousands of dollars in unnecessary excavation or misdiagnosed repairs, the inspection usually pays for itself. We also apply all or part of the fee toward any repair we perform based on the findings, making the service both a diagnostic tool and a cost-saver.