A sewer line clog can be very frustrating. Since the pipe is hidden under the ground and out of view, you have no way to tell what is going on from the surface. You may not know where the pipe is located, or if you do, you have no idea where the clog is inside the pipe. The solution to your problem could be to a sewer camera rental. Otherwise, you might have to start digging in your yard until you find the pipe and figure out where the clog or damaged area is located. Here's how a sewer camera is a big help.

A Sewer Camera Lets You See Inside The Pipe

When you rent a sewer camera, you can get different lengths of cable so you can view the entire length of your sewer pipe from end to end. You insert the video camera into the clean-out port near your home and push it all the way through the sewer pipe. The video displayed on the screen allows you to see gaps in pipe seams, scale buildup on the inside of the pipe, tree roots, and clogs. You'll have a good understanding of the problem once you can see inside the pipe.

A Camera Helps You Decide On Repairs

Once you've found the clog and know what's causing it, you're in a better position to know how to fix the situation. If you find a stubborn paper clog and a pipe that has years of scale and slime on the sides, then you may want to have the pipe hydro jetted to blast all the debris loose and flush out the line. On the other hand, if you discover the problem is a collapsed pipe due to tree root damage, then you know the pipe needs to be replaced or relined.

A Sewer Camera Acts As A Location Beacon

When you rent a sewer camera, be sure to pick up the accessories that turn the camera into a beacon. This is important because it helps you locate the pipe and the exact spot of the clog. The camera emits a signal that can be picked up with a detector on the surface. You can plant a flag or other marker above the spot so you know exactly where to dig to make pipe repairs.

Sewer repairs are never fun, but when you have to work blind, the job is even more difficult. When you use a sewer camera, you'll know exactly what you're dealing with and where the problem is located so you don't have to guess.