Sewer Scopes & Video Inspections: Calgary - Airdrie

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The purpose of a sewer video camera inspection is to be able to see what is causing a blockage or backup within the sewer pipe without guessing what the problems is or digging up a yard. A plumbing video camera pipe inspection allows for a real-time visual inspection of underground sewer lines and other piping to determine the condition inside the pipe.

Using a snake cam, the plumber on site will locate a “clean out valve,” which is used to clean out or identify the debris that may be clogging your sewage line. Once the entry point is located, the contractor sets up the snake cam, which is connected to a reel. The components are also connected to an external monitor, which broadcasts what the camera sees as it travels down the sewer line.

The plumber will then monitor the images on a video screen. With this specialized equipment, we’re able to see clogs, cracks, tree roots and more. If we locate any damage to your pipes, we can electronically locate repairs that need to be addressed, because our sewer video camera inspection equipment is equipped with locators to determine the exact location and depth of the sewer line damage from above ground. This allows to pinpoint the problem and repair it if required. Using the information gathered by the inspection, KaiTech’s experienced plumbers can recommend the most reliable and cost-effective solution to get your home plumbing working properly again.

Keep your pipes in good working condition! Call a professional licensed plumber at KaiTech Plumbing & Heating. We service the entire Calgary and Airdrie area, including Crossfield, Cochrane, Chestermere, Ghost Lake, and surrounding areas. 

Take advantage of the latest plumbing innovations to pinpoint problems without any guesswork or invasive diagnostic techniques. Our extremely accurate, state of the art sewer and plumbing video camera inspections are very successful in identifying corroded, cracked or broken pipes, root intrusions, misaligned pipes, grease buildup, and other obstructions. Listed below is how video camera sewer and drain inspections benefit property owners:

• Non-Invasive: Digging up your yard, cutting through walls, or taking apart fixtures to locate the issue is avoided. With a video camera inspections, you can be confident about the diagnosis without causing damage to your property in the process.

• Accurate: With the ability to see inside your plumbing pipes and drain lines, camera footage eliminates this guesswork for an accurate diagnoses and repair.

• Affordable: A video camera plumbing inspection is a cost-effective diagnostic tool that allows you to perform the correct repairs the first time around. This saves you money by avoiding unnecessary repairs as well as long-term costs associated with ignored sewer leaks.

• Fast: When you can view exactly what’s going on inside your plumbing system, it’s easy to take quick, decisive action to restore the flow of your drains and sewer line.

At KaiTech Plumbing & Heating, we are committed to getting the job done right the first time around. Since camera inspections are so effective at revealing the condition of your pipes, it might be time to request a drain camera inspection if you notice any of the following:

• Foul Ordors: Sewer smells present in a home are never a good sign. Most odors originate from a leak in a sewer drain line that allows waste and foul odours to seep out. In some cases, bad odors indicate the settling of sewage within lines that could be the result from a clog located deep within your pipes. Either way, a camera inspection will reveal what problems exist and how best to resolve the issue. 

• Slow Drain/Sewage Back-Up: If numerous attempts to unclog a drain don’t work, odds are there is an obstruction or blockage that is preventing wastewater from making its way to the sewer system. A more obvious sign is when you begin to notice sewage back up coming from your toilet, showers, and sinks. Using a camera, we will be able to tell whether it is a tree root, greasy clog, or small toy that is causing the issue. 

• Unexplained Increases In Your Water Bill: If you notice the water bill is higher than usual for no apparent reasaon, this could be a warning sign that you have a pipe leak somewhere. Using a video camera to inspect your drains and sewer line is the best way to find out exactly where the leak is located.

If you are noticing any of these warning signs that indicate drain and sewer line problems, call us today at (403) 945-8324. Our certified sewer and drain line experts area ready to help whenever you are dealing with drainage issues!

• LOCATE TREE ROOTS: Trees are attracted to the moisture. The roots grow into the cracks, making the damage worse. Without a sewer scope, however, it’s not possible to confirm that roots are the source of a backup. Once our plumbers find a root mass, they cut through the obstruction and repair the pipe if needed.

• SEWER LINE REPAIRS: If you require sewer line repairs, you can depend on KaiTech Plumbing& Heating for fast, reliable services. Our licensed plumbers can handle the task, employing sewer hookups, spot repairs, storm-line work, or install a completely new sewer line. 

• REAL-ESTATE INSPECTIONS: While inspectors are often hired to check a house prior to closing on a deal, Sewer inspections are included in these real-estate inspections. If you want to know about the state of your potential home’s plumbing pipes, the time to check things out is before you buy. A sewer scope can alert you to problems with the sewer system and ensure that the problem is fixed before purchasing the home.

• REMODELING: Locating pipes is essential before a major remodel. If you’re planning on remodeling or excavating, a sewer scope coupled with sonar location of pipes is important. With our sonar equipment, we can locate the pipes on your property before you begin digging. A sewer scope gives you further information about the state of your sewer.

• NEW CONNECTIONS: If you are looking to connect and install new sewer and water lines to your home or business, our licensed plumbers service and install all types of underground connections for residences and commercial properties, including: mainline taps, sewer & water lines, and mainline extensions.

A sewer video camera inspection can identify and locate nearly any problem with your sewer line; however these are the most common issues:

• Tree Root Infiltrations: Tree roots seek out water sources as they grow, and if you have a crack in your sewer pipe they will grow into it to access the water inside.

• Major Blockages: Years of disposing items that should not be flushed down your drains such as grease, paper, coffee grounds, feminine products and other items can eventually cause a blockage in your plumbing system.

• Cracked, Broken or Collapsed Pipes: Considering the camera is feed along the inside of the pipe itself, a plumber is able to tell if the pipe has shifted, collapsed, or is damaged.

• Bellied & Sagging Sewer Lines: Sewer line bellies are low spots or sags in a sewer line. When a section of pipe begins to sag, it eventually leads to standing water and waste collecting in the middle of the line, which in turn can lead to erosion, blockages, and a major waste water backup for the homeowner.

A sewer backup is a stressful situation which can sometimes causes property damage, but a sewage backup does not mean that your pipes are broken. Call KaiTech Plumbing & Heating at 403-945-8324 to clean out your plumbing pipes and to inspect their condition. We will be able to give you a complete evaluation on the condition of your pipes and perform any necessary repairs to get your drains flowing properly again.