What is a Plumbing Camera?
Modern technology has transformed most areas of life, and that even includes the world of plumbing. While the basics of plumbing remain the same as they have been for generations – effectively move water around, avoid leaks, etc. – modern tools can lead to better results and shorter timelines. The use of a plumbing camera is one of many ways that it’s possible to serve customers properly in the modern world, and we’ll talk more about that in the article below.
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Plumbing Cameras Explained
One of the inherent challenges in doing plumbing work is the difficulty of seeing what you are doing at any given job. The nature of plumbing is such that all the action happens inside of small pipes and tubes – so it can be nearly impossible to see what’s going on. Even with a good flashlight, what needs to be seen is often behind a bend and just out of sight.
This is where a good plumbing camera can come to the rescue. A plumbing camera is a tiny little camera that is positioned on the end of a long, flexible rod. The camera can be put into a pipe and gradually moved through that pipe, a little bit at a time, until it reaches the point of interest for the plumber. On the other end of this device is a screen, so the plumber can easily view the feed from the camera and get a great look at what is going on.
There are many benefits to leveraging this type of technology on a plumbing project. For one thing, using a plumbing camera can help speed up the repair process – rather than having to experiment with what is going to work until a solution is found, a plumber can use a camera to quickly get to the bottom of a problem with no guesswork required. Also, the use of a camera can make the plumbing process less invasive on the system as a whole, as the plumber can figure out what to do before starting to take things apart.
Solving Many Types of Problems
A variety of plumbing issues can be addressed with the help of a camera. Of course, the camera alone doesn’t replace the expertise and experience of a qualified plumber, but it can work in tandem with a professional to lead to excellent results. Some of the ways this technology can be used in the field include the following –
- Examining clogs. It’s not hard for a plumber to determine that a pipe is clogged, but figuring out what that clog is and how it can be best resolved is another story. Getting a clear picture of the clog through the use of a camera will help when trying to select the proper approach to resolve the issue. This way, it might not be necessary to use certain methods before settling on the right one – the plumber can start with the right technique and get results immediately.
- Inspect pipe conditions. If you are worried about the condition of an older system of pipes, using a plumbing camera is a good way to check on those pipes to look for cracks, leaks, and other signs of trouble. This is something that simply isn’t possible without the help of such a camera, unless you tear apart all the walls and floors to look at the pipes directly. Whether it is discovered that the pipes are still in good condition or they do need to be replaced, at least you’ll have the information you need to make an informed choice.
- Evaluate results. After plumbing work is completed, the plumbing camera can be used to take a look at the affected area to make sure the problem is completely resolved. For instance, if it was a clog that needed to be removed, the camera can be directed into the pipe to see if the entire clog has been wiped out so no recurring issues will be expected moving forward.
Plumbing cameras are cool little pieces of technology that can help an experienced plumber get to the bottom of a problem in short order. No matter what kind of tech we deploy when working on your property, the result will be the same – a plumbing system that works perfectly and serves your needs for years to come. Reach out today to get started.
