How Camera Inspections Can Help Homeowners

Identifying the source of a leak or finding the exact location of a blockage in your pipes can be a monumental task. Imagine ripping up floors, walls and piping throughout your home trying to find the exact spot that needs repairs. It would be a real mess, right? Plumbers use mobile video cameras to diagnose all sorts of issues, including:

1. Cracks and Breaks: Visual inspections may reveal water leaks that you don’t even know exist yet. This is particularly useful for pipes running inside walls and floors, where gradual water damage may not be obvious. Locating fractures is essential for preventing a burst pipe in the future, which could be disastrous for your home.
2. Drain Clogs: You don’t always have to look far to find a blockage, but it’s not always a simple matter of pulling it out of the drain with a coat hanger. Foreign objects, like plastic wrapping or wads of hair, can slide far into your sewer system. Figuring out exactly where they are is an arduous task without camera inspections.
3. Deterioration: Examining the interior of your pipes also reveals damage from corrosion and material decay, which may not be apparent by looking at the exterior. It’s far better to catch the deterioration early and replace the effected pipes rather than react to a massive leak or break.
4. Misalignment: Camera inspections are also useful for identifying misalignments between different pipes or fixtures in the home. Outside pressure can cause plumbing components to shift over time, which increases the risk of an eventual water leak.

If you’re interested in a video camera inspection, Rooter Hero Plumbing can help. Call today to learn more!