CCTV Drain Inspection Melbourne
See Exactly What's Inside Your Pipes Before You Spend a Cent on Repairs
Recurring blockages, a drain that keeps backing up, or buying a property and wanting to know what’s under the ground? We run high-definition CCTV drain inspections across Melbourne, with same-day bookings available. We push a waterproof camera through your line, show you the problem on screen, locate its exact position and depth, and give you a straight answer on what needs doing next.
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CCTV Drain Inspection Melbourne - No Digging, No Guessing
A CCTV drain inspection takes the guesswork out of drainage problems. Instead of digging trenches to find a fault, we send a high-resolution waterproof camera through your pipe on a flexible rod and watch the footage live on a monitor. Tree roots, cracks, collapsed sections, grease build-up, misaligned joints and sagging pipe all show up clearly.
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Clearing a Blockage Without a Camera Only Treats the Symptom
Most blocked drains can be cleared without a camera. The problem is that clearing it tells you nothing about why it blocked in the first place. If tree roots have grown through a cracked joint, or a section of clay pipe has dropped and started holding water, the blockage comes back in a few weeks, and you pay for the same job twice.
A CCTV inspection shows you the underlying cause, not just the symptom. It also tells us the exact metre mark and depth of the fault, which matters enormously if repair work is needed. Knowing a crack sits 9 metres down the line at 700mm depth is the difference between a targeted repair and digging up half a backyard to find it.
That same footage is worth having for other reasons too. It’s accepted evidence for insurance claims, it gives buyers a clear picture before settlement, and it confirms a repair was done properly once the work is finished. You get the footage and the report either way.
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Our CCTV Drain Inspection Services in Melbourne
Blocked Drain Diagnosis
Drains that keep blocking up are carrying a fault you can't see from the surface. We run the camera through the full line, identify whether it's roots, grease, a crack or a sag, and tell you exactly what's driving the repeat blockage.
Pre-Purchase Drain Inspections
Buying a property? Drainage faults are expensive and rarely picked up in a standard building inspection. We inspect the sewer and stormwater lines, supply the footage and report, and give you the facts before you sign.
Insurance Claim Footage & Reports
Insurers usually want visual proof of drain damage before approving a claim. We record the full inspection, document the fault location and depth, and provide clear footage and a written report you can submit directly.
Pre-Renovation & Pre-Build Drain Checks
Building a deck, laying concrete, or extending over an existing line? We locate and inspect the drainage first, mark it above ground, and flag any issues so you're not cutting into new paving six months later.
Drain Locating & Depth Marking
Knowing exactly where a drain runs and how deep it sits saves hours of excavation. We use a sonde locator with the camera to mark the pipe route and depth on the surface, so any repair work is targeted rather than exploratory.
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When You Need a CCTV Drain Inspection
Some situations make a camera inspection the obvious first step rather than an optional extra. If any of the points below apply to your property, booking an inspection before committing to repairs will usually save you money.
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If sewage is backing up, a drain has stopped completely, or you need the cause identified fast, we can get a camera down the line the same day. Our vans carry the camera gear, locating equipment and drain-clearing tools, so most jobs are diagnosed and sorted in a single visit.
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Same-Day CCTV Drain Inspections Across Melbourne
Some drainage problems can’t wait for a booking next week. Sewage backing up into a bathroom, a stormwater line choked after heavy rain, or a settlement deadline approaching on a property purchase all need answers quickly.
We respond fast across Melbourne suburbs with camera equipment, sonde locators, and drain clearing gear on board. Where the line is too blocked to get a clear picture, we jet it clean first, then run the camera through so you get usable footage rather than a screen full of sludge.
If you need an inspection urgently, call now, and we’ll arrange a same-day visit wherever possible.
If You Are Dealing With
- Sewage Backing Up Into the Property
- Stormwater Blocked After Heavy Rain
- A Settlement or Insurance Deadline
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Our CCTV Drain Inspection Process
Access and Prepare the Line
We locate an existing access point such as an inspection opening, overflow gully or cleanout. No digging is needed. If the line is heavily blocked, we clear it first so the camera gets a clear picture.
Camera Survey and Live Viewing
The camera travels through the pipe recording high-definition footage while logging distance and depth. You watch on the monitor with us, and we point out roots, cracks, sags and joint faults as they appear.
Locate, Report and Recommend
We use a sonde locator to mark the exact position and depth of any fault above ground, then hand over the footage with a clear report and a written quote if repairs are needed.
Why Choose Select Plumbing & Gas for CCTV Drain Inspections
You Watch the Footage With Us
We don't just tell you what we found. You see the camera feed live on the monitor, we explain what's on screen in plain English, and you get a copy of the footage to keep afterwards.
Repair-First, Not Rip-and-Replace
Plenty of operators use the camera as a sales tool for a full pipe replacement. We show you the footage, explain what genuinely needs doing, and quote the smallest fix that solves the problem properly.
Same-Day Bookings and Clear Pricing
You get an upfront price before we arrive, same-day availability for urgent jobs, and no surprise line items on the invoice. If nothing is wrong with your drains, we'll tell you that too.
Exact Location and Depth Marking
Finding a fault is only half the job. We mark the exact metre mark and depth above ground with a sonde locator, so any repair work is targeted rather than exploratory digging across your yard.
Local Melbourne Drainage Knowledge
Older Melbourne suburbs are full of clay and earthenware pipes with mature trees over them. We know which faults are typical in which areas, and what tends to be behind a recurring blockage in each type of property.
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Frequently Asked Questions: CCTV Drain Inspection Melbourne
What is a CCTV drain inspection?
A waterproof high-definition camera is pushed through your drain on a flexible rod, sending live footage to a monitor. It shows the pipe’s internal condition without any digging or excavation.
How much does a CCTV drain inspection cost in Melbourne?
Cost depends on the number of lines, access points and pipe length. We give you a clear upfront price before we attend, so there are no surprise charges after the inspection.
How long does a drain camera inspection take?
Most residential inspections take 30 to 60 minutes. A full property with several drainage lines, or a heavily blocked pipe needing clearing first, can take up to 90 minutes.
Do I get a copy of the footage and a report?
Yes. Every inspection includes the recorded footage and a written report documenting what we found, where it sits, and what we recommend doing about it.
Can a CCTV inspection be used for an insurance claim?
Yes. Insurers generally want visual proof of drain damage before approving a claim. Our footage and written report document the fault, its location and its depth for submission.
Should I get a drain inspection before buying a property?
It’s worth doing. Drainage faults are expensive to repair and usually fall outside a standard building inspection. A camera survey gives you the facts before settlement.
Does the drain need to be cleaned before the inspection?
Sometimes. If the line is heavily blocked with grease or sludge, we clear it first so the camera gets a usable picture. We’ll tell you upfront if that applies to your job.
Can you inspect stormwater drains as well as sewer lines?
Yes. We inspect sewer, stormwater and sub-floor drainage. Stormwater pipes carry different debris such as silt and leaves, but the camera survey works the same way.