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When you have a clogged drain or schedule a sewer cleaning appointment, your plumber will need to inspect the sewer line. While a visual inspection of the exterior is useful, it’s far better if they can see into the pipes. Sewer pipe cameras give them the opportunity to see what’s going on inside your home’s plumbing. American Rooter in Watertown, CT, frequently uses these cameras to assess and diagnose problems and blockages inside underground pipes. Their crew explains precisely what sewer pipe cameras are and how they aid in sewer cleaning.

Sewer Pipe Cameras Explained

Sewer CleaningSewer pipe cameras are specially designed video cameras that work well in poor lighting conditions. The mechanics of the camera are housed in a waterproof shell that allows a plumber to completely submerge the camera in water. Each camera is mounted to a tether or flexible rod so it can be lowered into the pipe and down to the area of interest. The video feed streams directly to a monitor where a drain repair professional can assess the condition of the pipes and identify any damaged areas.

Eliminates the Guesswork

Clogged drains and sewer lines can result from a variety of causes. When an experienced plumber has access to video cameras, they can assess both the extent of the damage and identify the actual cause of the blockage. This eliminates the guesswork for repairs and helps your plumber make the appropriate repairs quickly. Best of all, there is no digging required, saving you money and time.

While it may seem like these cameras can be used by anyone, they require extensive training to accurately interpret the video feed. What may appear as a crack in a pipe to an untrained operator could be little more than a shadow. American Rooter’s experienced contractors receive extensive training on how to properly use cameras to detect the underlying cause of a clogged drain.

If you’re concerned about a slow drain or haven’t had a sewer cleaning on your property in years, contact American Rooter today. Their dedicated team can help with all of your septic and sewer needs. Visit their website for more information and call (888) 863-4638 for an estimate.

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