Plumbing Camera Inspections | WaterSmart

Is your plumbing system moving slower than it should? Are you unsure why? Contact WaterSmart.

WaterSmart's licensed plumbing experts offer plumbing camera inspections that will pinpoint the cause and the precise location of your problem.

We'll determine what your problem is and fix it before if becomes a bigger and more costly issue.

WaterSmart Systems: Proudly serving Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, Elmira, Woodstock, Stratford, Listowel, Fergus, Brantford, and surrounding areas.

Kitchener | Waterloo: 519-886-7331 | Cambridge: 519-886-7331

Guelph: 519-836-2543 

What Plumbing Camera Inspections Are

Plumbing camera inspections are a technique used by professional plumbers to take a close look at the health of your plumbing and sewer system. During the inspection, a camera is guided into your drains to see what is going on inside.

At WaterSmart we use a specially designed waterproof camera that is attached to a long wire. It looks a lot like a plumbing or drain snake and can be easily navigated and directed inside and through all of your pipes and your sewer. Our professional camera will give a very accurate and clear picture of the inside of your pipes and it can pinpoint the exact location of any possible problems.

As the camera passes through your pipes, a video image is transmitted onto a screen. The images allow us to accurately assess the issue and offer you the right solution to fix your problem quickly and with as little disruption as possible.

Plumbing camera inspections involve feeding a special camera down your drain to pinpoint where your problem is

Great Benefits of Plumbing Camera Inspections

Plumbing camera inspections allow your plumber to digitally record a visual inspection of your pipes and system to help determine the longevity of your pipes and if there are any potential problems, such as tree root obstructions, clogs, or damage to your pipes. Having an inspection done could also help you to:

Find Potential Problems Sooner: Plumbing camera inspections can help you locate and determine a potential problem earlier than if you didn't have an inspection done. Early detection of a problem can save you money on repairs that may become much more costly if you allow the problem to go unchecked.

Find the Precise Location of the Problem: If your sewer pipes are backing up, a plumbing camera inspection can locate the source of the problem. The inspection camera can precisely pinpoint where the blockage or leaky pipe is.

Locate Leaks or Damage: Plumbing camera inspections can help you locate where a pipe might be leaking. It is difficult to determine exactly where a leak is happening especially if the damaged pipe is inside your walls. Knowing exactly where the leak is, means that you can get it repaired with little disruption to your walls.

This will help speed up any repairs that are necessary. Knowing exactly where the problem is means that you will know exactly where to dig to make the repair if it is in the sewer that is exiting your home. This means less disruption to your yard and a more cost-effective repair.

How Long do plumbing camera inspections take?

Plumbing camera inspections usually take about one hour to complete. It could take longer, however, if the location of the problem is unknown or if your plumber encounters a challenging problem.

A plumbing camera inspection can help you find problems before they become more serious

Types of Problems Plumbing Camera Inspections Can Detect

Plumbing camera inspections can effectively locate the source of your plumbing issue and can point out useful information to help your plumber come up with the best solution. It can tell you:

• The source of a blockage in your pipes or sewer

• The reason your sewer is backing up

• The location of buildups and blockages in your pipes or sewer

• The precise location of a leak or damaged area in your pipes or sewer

• The infiltration of tree roots into your pipes or sewer

• If your drainage pipes are placed correctly to allow sewage to flow out of your home

Tree roots and settling can cause your pipes to move so that water can't flow out of your home. A sewer inspection can help detect this.

Why Choose WaterSmart for Plumbing Camera Inspections

WaterSmart not only has highly trained and experienced plumbing experts on staff, but we also take pride in our customer-first approach.

We want to make sure that you are completely satisfied with all of our services including plumbing camera inspections, and that we have exceeded your expectations. Our customer care is one of the reasons we have stayed in business and are now celebrating more than 25 years in business.

Here’s what our customers have to say about us:

“I would highly recommend WaterSmart for your plumbing needs…This was our first time using WaterSmart (I had called four companies in total and went with them and so glad I did) They clearly treat their clients with care, respect, knowledgeable/quick service and are immensely trustworthy - I am sure they pride themselves on their standards and it shows!! Thank you… “

— Amina Rauf

"Excellent customer care! From the initial phone call to the installation - the entire experience was helpful and focused on customer satisfaction."

- Eric Gillespie

“If there was an option for 10 stars, I would give that to Ben today! He installed our sink, replaced the tap and drain plumbing and it looks absolutely fabulous! Incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. Watersmart was recommended by K-W Countertops and we agree 110% that they provide excellent work at an honest and fair price. Thank you! Thank you!”

- Elana Gibbs

Plumbing Problems? Contact WaterSmart Today

If you are having problems with your sewer or your plumbing and would like to have them inspected, contact us today. We also provide a full range of other plumbing services that include but are not limited to:

• Kitchens and Bathrooms

• Leaks

• Toilets and Taps

• Clogged or Slow Drains

• Countertop Pre and Post Installation

• Dishwasher Installations

• Sump Pumps

• Tankless Hot Water Heaters

• New Plumbing and Renovations

• Master Plumber and Gas Fitter

• Backflow Testing or Device Installation

We also specialize in other services including water softener sales, installations and repairs. Our great line-up of water softeners are specially programmed to meet the unique hard water challenges found in the Kitchener Waterloo region. Contact us today for a free quote.