License NJHIC 13VH07616300
Free Estimate
4.9
| 184 reviews

Drain Camera Inspections & Diagnostics in Northern NJ

Professional drain camera inspections and diagnostics to determine what is happening inside accessible underground drain lines, instead of guessing.
Get A Free Estimate
Call: 862-221-9080
  • What We Provide

Know What Is Happening Underground Before You Start Digging

Underground drainage problems are not always caused by a simple clog. Broken pipe, separated connections, roots, collapsed sections, standing water and other hidden problems can all cause recurring backups. We use specialized camera equipment to inspect accessible underground drain lines and identify the conditions causing the problem.

  • Inspect accessible underground drain lines with professional camera equipment
  • Identify blockages, broken or cracked pipe, and collapsed or crushed sections
  • Find separated joints, root intrusion, heavy buildup and standing water
  • Spot improper connections and pipe transitions inside the system
  • Evaluate the symptoms the property is experiencing alongside what the camera shows
  • Recommend the appropriate next step based on the inspection findings
Technician feeding a drain inspection camera into a cleanout
  • Why It Matters

Most drainage problems cannot be diagnosed from the surface

Water backing up at a downspout, recurring clogs, standing water in the yard, overflowing catch basins or slow-draining pipes may all appear to be caused by a simple blockage. The actual problem may be a cracked pipe, a collapsed section, a separated connection, root intrusion, heavy buildup or an improper pipe transition.

  • Avoid repeated drain cleanings that do not address the real issue
  • Avoid unnecessary excavation of lawns, landscaping, patios and driveways
  • Avoid replacing pipe without first understanding what is happening inside
  • Find a damaged, blocked or failing underground drain before it becomes more expensive
  • Understand whether recurring backups are debris or a physical pipe problem
  • Know the condition of the system before moving forward with larger repairs
Technician showing a homeowner a downspout drain backing up
  • When to Call Us

When to Call Us for a Drain Camera Inspection

Consider an underground drain camera inspection if you notice any of the following:

  • Water backing up where a downspout connects to an underground drain
  • Underground downspout drains that repeatedly clog
  • Water overflowing from catch basins or drain openings
  • Water surfacing from the lawn or landscaping, or unusually wet areas
  • Drainage problems that continue after hydro jetting or snaking
  • Suspected broken, crushed or collapsed underground drainage pipe
No visible signs?
An inspection is also worth considering before major excavation or drain replacement, when the condition of the existing system is unknown.
  • Why Choose Us

Why Northern NJ Homeowners Choose Us for Drain Diagnostics

A drain camera is only as useful as the experience behind it. We do more than run a camera through a pipe: we evaluate what we see in the context of how the entire drainage system is functioning.

Get A Free Estimate

Diagnosis, Not Guesswork

We do not recommend excavation or replacement simply because a drain is clogged. We first work to understand why it is backing up and what condition the pipe is in.
Our hands-on work with downspout drains, yard drainage, catch basins, French drains and cleanouts helps us identify conditions a basic camera inspection can overlook.
We clean, hydro jet, camera inspect, diagnose, repair and replace underground drainage, so the diagnosis carries through to the correction.
We have served homeowners, businesses, HOAs and property managers throughout Northern New Jersey since 2012.
  • Benefits

Benefits of a Professional Drain Camera Inspection

01

Find the Cause of Recurring Problems

A drain that repeatedly backs up may have more than a simple debris blockage. Inspection can identify roots, heavy buildup, cracked or broken piping and crushed sections.
02

Locate the Problem Before Excavation

Knowing where the problem is occurring can reduce unnecessary excavation and allow a more targeted repair plan whenever conditions allow.
03

Cleaning, Repair or Replacement

An inspection helps determine whether the next step is hydro jetting, a localized repair, a cleanout, replacing a failed portion, or a larger correction.
04

Avoid Repeated Drain Cleanings

If a drain has been cleaned several times and still clogs, inspection shows whether the cause is debris or a physical problem with the line.
05

Less Guesswork, Less Disruption

Digging up a drainage system without first understanding the problem can disrupt lawns, landscaping, patios and walkways unnecessarily.
06

A Company That Can Also Correct It

Because we work with these systems from diagnosis through repair and replacement, we understand what different pipe conditions actually mean.
  • What's Included

What Is Included in a Drain Camera Inspection

  • Discuss the drainage problem and examine the affected area
  • Identify the best available access point for the drainage system
  • Select the appropriate camera and camera head for the system
  • Feed the camera through the accessible line while viewing the pipe in real time
  • Evaluate the pipe and determine the likely cause and location of the problem
  • Explain the findings and recommend the appropriate next step
Not included
A camera can only inspect portions of a drainage system that are accessible to the equipment. Heavy blockages, collapsed pipe, tight fittings or inaccessible connections may prevent the camera from reaching the entire line.
Camera view of an underground drain before and after hydro jetting in West Orange, NJ
  • How It Works

How a Drain Camera Inspection Works

1

Evaluate the drainage problem

We review the symptoms you are experiencing and inspect the affected area, such as drains backing up during rain, recurring clogs or water surfacing in the lawn.
2

Access the drainage system

We identify the appropriate access point, which may be a downspout connection, cleanout, catch basin, inlet, outlet or another accessible drain opening.
3

Hydro jet the underground drain

We use professional hydro jetting equipment to remove dirt, roof debris, sediment, organic material and roots whenever conditions allow, which also clears a path for the camera.
4

Perform the camera inspection

We inspect the accessible portions of the system, looking for remaining blockages, roots, cracked or crushed pipe, separated connections and standing water.
5

Diagnose the cause and location

We combine what we see inside the pipe with our experience cleaning, repairing and installing drainage systems to determine the likely cause and location.
6

Review findings and recommend the next step

We explain what we found and recommend the appropriate next step, with a separate estimate if repairs or replacement are needed.
  • FAQ

Drain Camera Inspection Questions

What is an underground drain camera inspection?

An underground drain camera inspection uses professional video camera equipment to inspect accessible portions of an underground drainage pipe from the inside. The camera allows our technicians to see conditions that cannot be identified from the surface, including heavy buildup, roots, cracked or broken pipe, separated connections, crushed or collapsed sections, standing water and pipe transitions.
Inspecting a pipe that is filled with debris, sediment, roots or buildup may not give a clear picture of the actual condition of the system. Hydro jetting helps remove accumulated material and restore flow through the accessible line. Once the line is cleaner, the camera can often travel farther and provide a clearer view of the pipe.
A professional inspection can often help determine the likely location of a broken, damaged or obstructed section. We evaluate how far the camera travelled, what we see inside the pipe, the configuration of the system and visible conditions around the property. However, drainage systems can contain multiple fittings, changes in direction and inaccessible sections, so the exact location cannot always be guaranteed through camera inspection alone.
It can help identify heavy dirt, sediment and organic buildup, roots growing into the pipe, cracked or broken pipe, crushed or collapsed sections, separated connections, disconnected fittings, standing water, changes in pipe material or size, improper connections, and obstructions restricting flow.
Yes. Underground downspout drains are one of the most common drainage systems we inspect and diagnose. If water backs up where the downspout enters the ground, overflows around the connection, drains slowly or repeatedly clogs, there may be a blockage or a problem farther down the line.
Consider one if you are experiencing recurring drainage problems and the cause is not obvious: a downspout backing up where it enters the ground, the same drain repeatedly clogging, water surfacing in the lawn, overflowing catch basins, a drain that empties slowly, or drainage problems that return shortly after cleaning.
That is one of the main reasons we perform them. A clogged drain does not automatically mean the pipe needs replacing, since dirt, roof debris, sediment and roots can often be removed by hydro jetting. If the inspection shows a broken pipe, collapsed section, separated connection or recurring root intrusion, cleaning alone may not provide a permanent solution.
Heavy blockages, large root masses, collapsed or crushed pipe, tight fittings or inaccessible connections may prevent the camera from moving farther. When that happens the obstruction itself becomes useful diagnostic information. We evaluate what we were able to see, where the camera stopped, and whether additional hydro jetting, another access point, a cleanout or excavation is needed.
We specialize in exterior underground drainage systems found around residential, commercial, HOA and property-management properties. Depending on accessibility and configuration, we can inspect underground downspout drainage lines, yard drainage piping, catch basin connections, drainage cleanouts, stormwater piping and other exterior systems.
We review the findings and explain what we believe is causing the problem. If hydro jetting clears the line and the pipe appears to be functioning properly, additional work may not be necessary. If we identify a condition requiring attention, we may recommend additional cleaning, a cleanout, a localized repair, replacement of a failed section, or a larger drainage improvement, with a separate estimate.
  • Book Your Service

Get Your Free Estimate

Fill out the form and our team will get back to you within one business day. No obligation, no pressure.