One of the last things a homeowner wants to deal with is a blocked or broken pipe. The first thing that will likely cross their mind is how much it is going to cost to fix the pipe.
The second thing they will think about is how much damage could be done to their yard and landscaping while digging up large areas in order to find the pipe that needs to be fixed.
Fortunately, the use of pipe camera inspection will help to eliminate the need to dig up such large areas in order to find the broken or blocked pipe.
Video cameras have become a tool that are used regularly and are extremely helpful when it comes to plumbing and issues with plumbing.
A waterproof camera that has been specially made is used to inspect the inside of pipes. A technician that has been professionally trained will use the camera in order to take a look inside your pipes in order to determine what the problem could be.
Pipe Camera Inspection Benefits
There are a number of benefits that pipe camera inspection offers.
Finding the Exact Location of the Blockage or Break
When using pipe camera inspection, the qualified plumber will be able to determine what the problem is and exactly where it is without having to dig up large areas of your yard. The specially made waterproof camera will be maneuvered into the pipe. It is attached to a long cable that allows the plumber to view the length of the pipe and find the cause of the problem.
Greatly Reduces Damage to Yard and Landscaping
Before the use of cameras, plumbers were forced to determine where your pipe was and then dig up large areas of your yard in order to find the pipe and the cause of the problem. Being able to use the camera in order to determine the exact location of the block or break eliminates the need to dig up large areas of your yard.
Saves Time, Which Saves Money
Digging up large areas of a yard in order to determine the cause of a blockage or break can be quite expensive. Using a pipe camera inspection in order to determine exactly where the problem is before beginning to dig, reduces the amount of time it takes to fix the problem as well as reducing the cost.
Some homeowners may be a little skeptical about the types of problems a pipe camera inspection would be able to detect. Sending a small camera into a dark pipe can leave some people feeling a little uneasy, but there are numerous plumbing related issues that can be detected with the camera.
Residue Build Up
Overtime your pipes can begin to build up with grease, oil, sediment, and debris. This will cause low water pressure within your home. The pipe camera inspection allows the plumber to see that there is buildup within the pipe which is causing the low water pressure.
Tree Root Intrusion
As trees grow, so do their roots. Depending on where the tree is planted and how the roots grow, there is a chance that they can begin to intrude on your pipes and can eventually break through the pipe causing issues for you. The pipe camera inspection would be able to detect tree roots that are intruding into the pipe.
Objects Lodged in Pipes
It is not unheard of for children to flush objects they shouldn't down the toilet, or you may lose some piece of jewelry that could end up lodged in the pipes. A pipe camera inspection would detect these different objects within your pipes.
Cracks or Breaks in Pipes
Over time and because of the pressure on pipes, they can begin to crack or break. The pipe camera inspection can detect these problems as well.
If you ever find yourself with a blocked or broken pipe, it is important to hire a plumber that is licensed. This will help to ensure that you are receiving the high quality service you deserve. Licensed plumbers have received the training and education that is necessary to complete the job thoroughly and properly. They also are held to certain standards, which requires them to do the job correctly.