When does a blocked drain need a CCTV inspection?

Not every blockage needs a camera

A straightforward one-off obstruction may be cleared without CCTV. Inspection becomes more useful when the cause is uncertain, the same problem returns or there are reasons to suspect damage.

Recurring blockages are a common trigger

If a drain is repeatedly cleared but blocks again, a camera can help show whether roots, cracks, displaced joints, deformation or another restriction is present in accessible pipework.

Inspection should answer a question

Before arranging a survey, be clear about what you need to know. Ask what areas can be inspected, whether footage or images are included and whether the provider will explain any defects found.

Use the result to choose the next step

The value of CCTV is diagnosis. It may show that further clearance is needed, or that repair work should be considered. Read more about CCTV drain surveys in Halifax.