USA Ltd Explores CCTV Survey as a Method to Inspect Drains

 What Involves CCTV Survey in Drains & When Do You Need It?

It’s hard to detect drainage problems as they are not very visible unless you take the help of a CCTV survey. The same offers an exclusive view of the underlying issues - it can be major or minor. It can be anything - a blockage, structural damage, or cracks. At times, displaced pipes, tree root infiltration, corrosion, wear and tear, and rodent infestations are also enough to worsen the condition of underground assets. Now, all you have to do is look for perceptible signs.

If you are here today, the press release shall edify you about the mainline survey and when you may need CCTVs to inspect drains, pipelines, and other underground assets. So, read on till you find the answers to satisfy your keenness on the topic.



How Does a CCTV Drainage Survey Work?

A mainline survey involves the utilization of CCTV units and transmitters to send back images and data to the plumber so that the expert can spot the issues underground. Such CCTV units are nothing but closed-circuit television cameras that go down the drain to review the level of damage. Attached to flexible rods, they navigate through twisting pipes to assess their condition.

It takes 3-hours for the survey to finish. It’s an average for a standard property of three bedrooms. The process may stretch to another hour to complete high pressure jetting, aimed to eliminate debris and materials from within. This step is necessary as the CCTV camera may fail to make through tree roots, oil, fat, grease, stones, and silt.

When to Conduct a CCTV Drainage Survey?

We recommend this approach to potential property owners to help them grab a competitive mortgage deal. This survey, as discussed above, can find out if a property has poor drainage conditions. Based on that, you can negotiate the price of the real estate and seek discounts or simply compel the current owner to spend on upgrades. Now, the question is - how can you know if a CCTV survey is actually necessary?

Look for the following signs: -

ü  Mildew in attics

ü  Cracks on a foundation

ü  Stains of water in the basement

ü  Water gushing out from gutters

ü  Migrating mulch

ü  Downspouts that are dumping

If you notice any of the above, you will know that it’s time to call the survey experts.

Things to Expect from a CCTV Survey

Once a drainage professional arrives with the necessary equipment, expect the specialist to conduct the following: -

  1. Examine drains using CCTV units and other significant software systems to prepare survey reports
  2. Apart from the stated, they may run 3D mapping and topographic surveys
  3. Upload live feed to depict the areas that require immediate attention - possibly a repair or sewer cleaning
  4. Offer invaluable advice to resolve drainage issues from their roots

The explanations are enough to create awareness about the existing problems plaguing your drains currently. Take a moment to understand the signs and in case of doubts, call the CCTV drainage survey experts for an inspection.

About USA Ltd:

USA Ltd is the largest provider of drain survey, pipeline repair, renovation, and inspection services in Ireland. The company has been contributing to the welfare of underground assets of both residential and commercial properties since 1993. No dig solutions are one of its specialties.

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