Sewer Camera Inspection

HD camera inspections to diagnose sewer line problems without digging.

See Inside Your Sewer Line

Before the era of camera inspections, diagnosing a sewer problem meant guessing and digging. Today, David Mechanical uses high-definition waterproof cameras to inspect the inside of your sewer line in real-time, pinpointing problems with precision and eliminating unnecessary excavation.

How It Works

We insert a flexible, waterproof camera into your sewer line through an existing cleanout. As it travels through the pipe, we see live HD video on our monitor and record it for your records. We can identify root intrusion, cracks, collapsed sections, bellied pipe, offset joints, and buildup — and mark the exact location and depth of any problem for targeted repair.

Essential Before Major Repairs

We never recommend sewer line repair or replacement without first performing a camera inspection. This ensures an accurate diagnosis and prevents you from paying for work that isn’t needed. After any repair, we run the camera again to verify the work was completed successfully.

Pre-Purchase Inspections

If you’re buying a home, a sewer camera inspection is one of the smartest investments you can make. Standard home inspections don’t include the sewer line, yet a failed sewer can cost $5,000 to $15,000 to replace. We provide detailed reports with video that you can share with your real estate agent for negotiation leverage.

What's Included

  • High-definition sewer camera inspection
  • Real-time video with recording
  • Precise location and depth marking
  • Pre-purchase home sewer inspections
  • Post-repair verification inspections
  • Detailed written reports
  • Digital video provided to homeowner

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I get a sewer camera inspection?
We recommend inspections when you have recurring drain backups, are buying a home, notice slow drains throughout the house, have mature trees near your sewer line, or before any major sewer repair to confirm the diagnosis.
How much does a sewer camera inspection cost?
A standalone camera inspection typically costs $150 to $300. If the inspection leads to a repair that we perform, we often credit the inspection cost toward the repair.
Can a camera inspection find all sewer problems?
Camera inspections are excellent at identifying root intrusion, cracks, breaks, bellies, offsets, and blockages. They may not detect issues outside the pipe (like soil erosion) but they are the single best diagnostic tool for sewer line problems.
Should I get a sewer inspection before buying a home?
Absolutely. A sewer line replacement can cost $5,000 to $15,000. A pre-purchase camera inspection is a small investment that can reveal expensive hidden problems before you close on a home.

Need Sewer Camera Inspection?

David Mechanical provides professional sewer camera inspection throughout Homer Glen and Chicagoland. Call today for a free estimate.

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