Collinsville Video Camera Pipe Inspection

Why You Need Video Camera Inspection

As previously mentioned, many plumbing problems go unnoticed because the pipes are hidden from view. Most plumbing problems can cause a great deal of damage if allowed to progress for too long. For example:

• Pinhole Leaks: These tiny leaks are only large enough to leak a couple drops of water at a time, but if left alone for long enough they can cause a great deal of water damage. Most homeowners don’t notice pinhole leaks, because they’re too small to cause a drop in water pressure. Pinhole leaks tend to only get noticed once they’ve rotted out the surrounding area, which is quite obvious even from the other side of the wall.
• Corrosion: Various kinds of corrosion can affect your pipes, weakening them and making it more likely for leaks or ruptures to occur. Without close examination of the pipes, however, there is no way to actually observe this corrosion occurring.
• Tree Root Intrusion: Tree roots are naturally drawn to the moisture and nutrients inside sewer lines, and even the smallest crack or joint in a pipe can give them a way in. Once inside, roots continue to grow and expand, gradually obstructing the flow of wastewater and putting pressure on the pipe walls. This can lead to slow drains, recurring clogs, or even complete blockages over time. Because root intrusion happens underground and out of sight, it often goes unnoticed until significant damage has already occurred, making a video inspection one of the most effective ways to identify and address the issue early.

The only way to catch these issues early is to have a service expert examine your pipes on a fairly regular basis, and the best way to do that is with video camera inspection.