How to Identify Cracked Sewer Pipe: A Safe Diagnostic Guide
To identify a cracked sewer pipe, first compare symptoms across multiple fixtures, inspect the basement, crawlspace, and yard, then confirm the suspected defect with a professional CCTV camera inspection. A camera can show cracks, roots, separations, and offsets, while smoke, dye, or hydrostatic testing may confirm leaks that video cannot locate. Key Facts at a […]
Sewer Camera Inspection for Tree Roots: Find the Entry Point
A sewer camera inspection for tree roots uses a waterproof CCTV camera to identify root intrusion, cracked joints, offsets, bellies, scale, and collapse inside a private sewer lateral. The camera shows where roots enter, while a sonde locator estimates the defect’s surface position and depth so a plumber can choose cleaning, spot repair, lining, or […]