Sewer camera inspection
Stop guessing what's in the line. We run a camera through it, record what we find and mark the exact spot on the ground.
What you get
- Recorded video of the line from the cleanout to the problem, or out to the main
- A short written summary: grease, roots, offset joints, cracks, sags or breaks
- The problem spot located and marked at grade, with its depth
- A recommendation: clean it, schedule it, or repair it
When it pays off
- After any repeat backup, to find out why it keeps happening
- Before buying a property, as part of due diligence
- Before repaving or major renovations, so you don't pave over a bad line
- At the start of a maintenance plan, to set the right schedule
Frequently asked questions
What do I get from a camera inspection?
A recorded video of the line, a short written summary of what we found (grease, roots, offsets, cracks, sags or breaks), and the location and depth of any problem spot, marked at grade so a repair can be dug in the right place.
When should I get a camera inspection?
After any repeat backup, before buying a property, before a major renovation or paving project, and on the first visit of a maintenance plan so we know what we're working with.
Who is responsible for the sewer line, the property or the town?
In most Illinois towns, the property owner is responsible for the private sewer lateral from the building out to the public main, sometimes including the connection itself. Rules vary by municipality and sanitary district, so check yours. A camera inspection shows exactly where a problem sits, which settles most of those questions.
What does a camera inspection cost?
$300–$500 per line, including the recorded video and written findings. Locating and marking a problem spot is $125–$225.
See what's really in the line.
Video and written findings, usually in a single visit.