There was a time that disruptions to your home’s sewer line would require plumbers to dig holes in your yard in order to find the source of the issue and perform a sewer line repair. Working with a licensed plumber to schedule an inspection today is much more simple. By using a camera your plumber can inspect the sewer drain line for tree roots and other obstructions affecting your home’s plumbing system.
What a Sewer Camera Inspection Is
A sewer camera inspection is a process by which an individual hires a private company, usually a plumbing company or specialist, to run a video line through the sewer water pipe.
The video might extend down your branch lines (the pipes that lead from bathtubs and faucets to the house’s sewer line) or down the house’s sewer line (the larger pipe that leads from the house to the municipal sewer line on the street).
At the end of the line is a camera that lets you see the line in close-up and real-time detail. Also at the end is a transmitting device that emits a signal. A locator device, up on the ground, can pick up the signals from the transmitting device.
When a Sewer Camera Inspection Is Helpful
Most homeowners call in a sewer line camera inspection only if there is a problem, such as a blockage that cannot be fixed by plunging, liquid drain cleaners, or sewer or drain augering.
Less frequently a homeowner may need a camera inspection prior to adding a bathroom or remodeling a kitchen or a bathroom. Due to the greater quantities of wastewater involved, it might be necessary to inspect the sewer line to make sure that it can handle the increased needs.
What a Sewer Camera Inspection Can Show
If you are doing an entire sewer line camera inspection, you will see the entire passageway, leading from the trap, down through the sewer line, and up to any obstructions. If the camera can push through the blockage, it may continue through to the beginning of the municipal line.
While the resolution will usually be high, the picture will be jerky because the scope has to be manually pushed down the line. Plus, the camera will become clouded over from time to time.
The camera unit has a transmitter. The video technician/plumber will stop the camera at the blockage point. Then the worker will go up to ground level and sweep a locating device until the device picks up the transmission signal. This allows the worker to spray a paint spot at the exact point of blockage. You will dig the sewer trench here.
Why Hire AAA Select Plumbing?
No appliance or plumbing feature can last forever. It is important to weigh the cost of repair with the cost of replacement to determine what is the most cost effective option for your home. For older hot water heaters, especially those over 20 years old, it is time to replace them to save you money and energy in the long run. With water heater repairs, it is recommended to only continue serving appliances under 10 years old if they continue to have issues.
Working with a trusted plumber such as AAA Select Plumbing will help you to get the best water heater replacements and repairs available in Atascocita, TX and surrounding areas.
Emergency Plumber in Humble, TX
If you are having a plumbing emergency that requires immediate attention, AAA Select Plumbing can help you. The sooner you correct your plumbing problem the better it will be for you, this is because leaking pipes and malfunctioning appliances lead to water damage. Our team has gone through extensive training and has the knowledge required in order to fix all of your plumbing issues quickly and efficiently. When you work with us you can trust that your plumbing needs will be met and your space will be safe.
Affordable Plumber Near Humble, TX
AAA Select Plumbing is here to help home and business owners get the most out of their plumbing. From simple plumbing repairs to full-blown plumbing remodels, our team of dedicated plumbing professionals is here to help you find the best plumbing solutions for your unique space
We proudly serve the Greater Houston area, including but not limited to Aldine, Atascocita, Channelview, Cloverleaf, Fall Creek, Generation Park, Greenspoint, Humble, Kingwood, and Lakeshore. When you are looking for the most reliable and affordable commercial and residential plumbing services in Houston, contact AAA Select Plumbing today!
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