A camera inspection sends a small waterproof camera down the drain to see exactly what is inside the pipe. It turns guesswork into a clear diagnosis.
The camera
A small camera on a flexible cable is pushed through a cleanout or a fixture into the line. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Flint, the camera lights the pipe and transmits the view.
The view
The footage shows cracks, roots, grease, offsets, and blockages in real time. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Flint, a pro watches the screen and notes the footage marks.
The locate
A locator on the cable tracks the depth and path of the line above ground. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Flint, that map tells you where any repair will happen.
The diagnosis
The inspection reveals whether a line needs jetting, a repair, or a replacement. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Flint, it also confirms the pipe material and condition.
The before
A camera check before buying a home or starting a repipe catches problems early. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Flint, it is a common part of the due diligence.
The after
A second pass after jetting or a repair confirms the work is clean and intact. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Flint, the video becomes the record.
The call
See the pipe before you spend. Call 888-217-3585 and Flint Plumbing Experts will match you with a Flint pro for a camera inspection.
Plumbing in Flint: what to know
In Flint, freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Genesee County — from Burton, Grand Blanc and Swartz Creek to ZIP codes like 48502, 48503, 48505 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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