Not sure what’s causing your blocked or slow drain? Sedcon Plumbing provides professional CCTV drain camera inspection across Melbourne — we send a camera down your drain to pinpoint the exact cause before recommending any repair. Call 0468 013 012.
What is a Drain Camera Inspection?
A drain camera inspection (also called a CCTV drain inspection) involves inserting a flexible rod with a high-definition camera into your drain or sewer pipe. The real-time footage is viewed by the plumber on a monitor, allowing us to see inside the pipe without digging.
When Do You Need a Drain Camera Inspection?
- Recurring blockages — if your drain keeps blocking, there’s likely a deeper issue (tree roots, collapsed pipe, build-up)
- Before buying a property — a drain inspection gives you an independent assessment of the drainage condition
- Slow drains that won’t clear — a camera reveals what a snake can’t
- Sewage smells — can indicate a cracked pipe or root intrusion
- Subsidence in the garden or yard — may indicate a collapsed underground drain
- Before renovation work — confirm drain locations and condition
What Can a Drain Camera Find?
- Tree root intrusion — one of the most common causes of recurring drain blockages in Melbourne’s established suburbs
- Collapsed or cracked pipes — old clay pipes in Melbourne can sag, crack, or collapse over time
- Offset pipe joints — caused by ground movement or poor installation
- Fat, grease, and scale build-up — visible blockages that can be targeted with jetting
- Foreign objects — wipes, toys, or other items that shouldn’t be in the drain
- Pipe corrosion — in older galvanised or iron pipes
What Happens After the Inspection?
After inspecting your drain, we’ll explain exactly what we found and recommend the most appropriate fix — whether that’s high-pressure water jetting, pipe relining, or excavation and replacement. You’ll receive a clear explanation and written quote before any additional work is done.
Drain Camera Inspection Cost in Melbourne
Drain camera inspection costs vary depending on pipe length and access. For current pricing, call 0468 013 012 — we provide upfront quotes with no surprises. See our Melbourne plumber cost guide for general pricing information.
We provide drain camera inspections across all Melbourne suburbs. Related services: blocked drain clearing · water leak detection