If your drains are slow, gurgling or blocking repeatedly, a CCTV pipe inspection is the most reliable way to find out why. Here is exactly what happens during a CCTV Pipe Inspection by SEQ Pipe Works.
1. Locating the right access point
An SEQ Pipe Works drain specialist identifies the nearest cleanout or access point to the problem area. This is typically an existing opening in the pipe system, so no digging is required to get started.
2. Inserting the drain camera
A waterproof, high-definition camera is attached to a flexible cable and fed into the pipe through the access point. The camera travels through the line in real time, transmitting live footage to a monitor above ground.
3. Inspecting the pipe from the inside
As the camera moves through the line, the drain specialist watches the footage for any signs of damage or obstruction. The inspection can reveal tree root intrusion, cracks, corrosion, misaligned joints, sagging sections, grease build-up, collapsed pipe, and foreign debris.
4. Pinpointing the exact location
When a problem is identified, the camera’s locator function marks the precise position underground. This allows any follow-up repair work to be targeted directly at the fault, rather than guessing or opening up large sections of ground unnecessarily.
5. Recording the footage
The full inspection is recorded and supplied to a customer for reference. This documentation is useful for insurance claims, pre-purchase property reports, strata records, and confirming the condition of a repair after the work is complete.
6. Providing a clear diagnosis and recommendation
Once the inspection is finished, the drain specialist walks you through the findings, explains the cause of the problem, and recommends the most appropriate repair option, whether that is hydro jet cleaning, pipe relining, or drain replacement. Pricing is provided upfront with no hidden costs.
From Accurate Diagnosis to the Right Solution
One of the biggest advantages of a CCTV inspection is that it eliminates guesswork. Without camera footage, a plumber can only estimate what is happening inside the pipe based on symptoms. That often leads to the wrong treatment, repeated call-outs, and costs that add up over time.
With a clear picture of the pipe’s condition, SEQ Pipe Works can match the repair to the actual problem:
Grease and debris build-up: Hydro jet cleaning uses high-pressure water to blast through blockages and restore full flow. It is the most effective method for clearing organic matter, soap scum and sediment from the line.
Tree root intrusion: Robotic cutting removes root matter from inside the pipe, while pipe relining permanently seals the entry point to prevent re-growth. Without sealing the crack, roots will return.
Cracked, corroded or ageing pipes: Pipe relining is the preferred solution for most structural damage. An epoxy resin liner is inserted, inflated into position and cured to form a new pipe inside the old one, restoring full structural integrity without excavation. SEQ Pipe Works backs all relining work with a 25-year warranty.
Collapsed or severely damaged pipes: Where a pipe is too far gone to reline, targeted replacement is carried out. SEQ Pipe Works works to minimise the dig area, keeping disruption to your property to a minimum.
Because the inspection identifies the precise location and nature of the fault before any work begins, the repair is faster, more accurate and more cost-effective than a trial-and-error approach. You only pay to fix what actually needs fixing.
A CCTV pipe inspection typically takes less than an hour and leaves your yard and driveway completely undisturbed. SEQ Pipe Works carries out inspections across the Gold Coast. Call 0452 601 463 to arrange an inspection.
