Camera inspection: how it works and why it is essential
By Antoine Côté / Camera inspection
Guessing the condition of a buried pipe is the surest way to pay for the wrong repairs. A camera inspection replaces guesswork with images.
How an inspection is carried out
A high-definition camera mounted on a flexible cable travels through the pipe from an existing access point. The image is streamed live to a monitor and recorded. The technician notes every anomaly and its exact location.
What the inspection reveals
- Cracks, breaks and offset joints
- Root intrusion
- Obstructions and built-up deposits
- Reverse slopes where water pools
- The pipe's actual internal diameter
- The water level and the presence of objects
Our equipment can also pinpoint the exact location of a buried pipe, which is essential before any landscaping or site work.
Why it is essential
- You know what you are paying for. The video report belongs to you: it is your proof, not just our word.
- It is the gateway to pipe lining. The inspection determines whether your pipe is eligible for trenchless rehabilitation.
- It is the ultimate prevention tool. For condo boards and building managers, a periodic inspection catches problems before they turn into disasters.
More than 15 years of video inspection expertise in Montreal, Laval, Boisbriand, Rosemère and across the North Shore.