How to Prepare for a CCTV Drain Inspection

Posted by Blocked Drains Plumbing Sydney on 24 Nov 2025

Have you noticed the slow drainage of your water? Or unpleasant odors or sounds of gurgling in your drains? It could be a sign of blocked drains! To diagnose the problem and find the best solution for the problem, a CCTV drain inspection is highly suggested. What exactly is CCTV drain inspection and how do you prepare for it? In this article, we’ll guide you on the preparations you must make prior to undergoing surveillance of your drain by CCTV.

Key Takeaways

  • An inspection of your drains with CCTV entails installing a camera in your sewer lines and pipes to find various types of blockages. These include tree root damage, cracks corrosion or grease build-up.
  • The company has a wealth of experience using the latest equipment and methods to provide high-quality service for CCTV drain examinations.
  • The clearing of access points, supplying information on your sewage system, informing plumbers of previous works done on your drainage system, assuring all drains are accessible and switching off appliances connected to your drain system are important aspects to consider when planning for an CCTV Drain inspection.
  • Making sure you are prepared properly will allow for easy identification of issues, and saves money related to excavation or repairs, and preventative measures can be suggested by the experts who supervise the excavation.

What is CCTV Drain Inspection?

CCTV refers to Closed Circuit Television. The process of a CCTV drainage inspection involves inserting a small camera into the sewer line and pipes to identify various types obstructions, including tree roots, cracks corrosion and grease build-up in the system. With this new technology, plumbers are able quickly and effectively identify any issues that need attention.

Why Choose Blocked Drains Plumbing Sydney for Your CCTV Drain Inspection?

Before preparing the necessary paperwork for planning your CCTV drain inspection, you need to select the right plumbing company. Here at Blocked Drains Plumbing Sydney , our highly experienced professionals use state-of-the-art equipment and techniques to deliver top-quality service.

We pride ourselves in providing the highest quality service that guarantees longevity for our clients’ drainage issues. Our team will take you through every phase of the process while explaining every aspect of the inspection to keep you updated every step of the process.

The Home Preparation

To prepare for the drainage camera inspection many things should be done at home beforehand for example:

Clearing Access Points

Our plumbers require access points within your premises. Make sure there aren’t any obstacles that block access or overgrown weeds, which could block easy access during repair work.

Include Information about Your Sewage System

Inform our experts about the location of all manholes sewer points, as well as key information pertaining to your sewage system so they can navigate with ease around your property without disrupting the normal life.

Keep a record of any plumbing works Completed

If there were previous plumbing works done on the drainage systems of your home, you should be sure to record them and alert our experienced plumbers who work in your home. This will allow our team to review any previous work that has been done prior to examining your pipes.

Check that All Drains are Accessible

Ensure all drainage systems within your property are accessible and not obstructed by obstructions, debris or garbage. Camera inspections require full access to the drains system free of obstructions.

Shut off appliances connected to your Drain System

Prior to carrying the inspection out, it’s important to shut off all appliances connected to the draining system. For instance, dishwasher, washing machine or flushing toilets shouldn’t be used for a long period prior to the scheduled inspection date.

Benefits of Preparing for CCTV Drain Inspection by Blocked Drains Plumbing Sydney

When you’re prepared, you can help ensure a smooth CCTV drain inspection process which can provide the following benefits:

  • Simple Detection of Issues: It is easier for professionals to pinpoint all issues affecting your drain system and recommend the correct repair method without much trouble.
  • Save Money: By having all access points cleared and documentation on previous works accessible, you will ensure that plumbing experts do not have extra work redoing drains unnecessarily which will save the cost of repairs to repairs or excavation.
  • Preventative Measures: Properly maintaining and proactive strategies implemented from Blocked Drains Plumbing Sydney experts overseeing this exploration can prevent some problems from occurring in the future which will save you time and money in the long in the.
Steps to Prepare for CCTV Drain Inspection with Blocked Drains Plumbing Sydney
* Clearing Access Points
* Provide Information About Your Sewage System
* Record Any Previous Plumbing Works Done
* Ensure All Drains Are Accessible
* Turn Off Appliances Connected to Your Drain System

Frequently Asked Question

What exactly is an CCTV drainage inspection?

A CCTV drain inspection is performed using tiny cameras attached to a cable that is in your pipes. The camera takes footage of the inside of your pipes, and then sends it back to our plumber in real-time for analysis.

What is the reason I require an CCTV drain inspection?

A CCTV drain inspection can provide valuable insights into the state that your drains are in. It can identify blockages, cracks as well as leaks or tree root intrusion as well as other damage that could be affecting the performance the drains.

What should I do to prepare for a CCTV drainage inspection?

In preparation for to conduct a CCTV drain inspection, take any items away from the area that surrounds your access point to drains. Check that your plumbers have access to power sources as well as an accessible space to set up their devices. Also, inform our team of any concerns or issues you have with the drainage systems you have.

My landscape will be affected from the drain inspection of CCTV?

The majority of the time. Based on the location we’ll need to place our equipment, we might need adjust the position of our equipment or create small holes in your lawn or garden but these are repaired before we depart.

How long will a CCTV drain inspection take?

This depends on the complexity and the size of your drainage system. A standard residential home typically takes about 1-2 hours, while commercial buildings with more complex drainage systems may require longer. However, our plumber will provide you with an estimate of time before beginning the inspection so you can plan accordingly.

Conclusion

It is true that a CCTV drain inspection might seem difficult at first glance but if you’ve done the proper planning, it’s nothing more than routine problem-solving using modern technology. After selecting Blocked Drains Plumbing Sydney for your CCTV drain inspection needs, and following these steps prior to the inspection; Clearing Access Points, Providing Information About Your Sewage System Informing Plumbers of Any Previous work done on your drainage System and ensuring that all drains are Accessible is the initial step in ensuring the an effective maintenance of your home’s drainage system that lasts for many years to come.

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