If your drains are slow, noisy, or blocking more than they should, a CCTV drain inspection from Climate Plus will give you clear answers. Using modern camera technology, our experts look inside your drainage system to pinpoint the exact location and cause of the problem.
CCTV drain inspections use a specialised waterproof camera to move through your drainage system. In doing so, it shows the exact condition of your pipes. This is often the first step before drain cleaning. It helps us identify what’s causing the blockage and determine the safest way to clear it.
We can also provide drain reports through our inspection services, allowing you to maintain a record of the state of your drains.
At Climate Plus, every inspection is carried out by licensed and experienced plumbers. Homeowners across Canberra trust our dependable team to provide them with clear answers and reliable workmanship.
Our process
Step 1: Initial Consultation
We begin by understanding what’s been happening around your home. This might include slow drains, gurgling sounds, bad smells, or recurring blockages.
Doing this helps us to better diagnose your plumbing issues and determine the right approach to resolving them. Once they arrive, our licensed and experienced plumbers complete a quick on-site assessment before setting up the CCTV equipment.
Step 2: CCTV Camera Insertion
Using existing access points, our team will guide a flexible, high-resolution CCTV camera through your drainage system. The live footage shows the inside of your pipes in real time.
This enables us to spot cracks, tree root intrusion, build-ups, and other plumbing issues without any digging or disruption to your home.
Step 3: Diagnosis & Reporting
As the camera moves through your system, we will record clear footage and take still images of anything that needs attention. We can provide reports based on our findings.
The report gives you complete clarity. It also allows us to provide you with targeted solutions should repairs be needed, and can offer valuable information when buying or selling a home.
Step 4: Optional Drain Repairs
If our inspection identifies a problem, we can help with follow-up work. This includes:
Drain cleaning
Root removal
Pipe relining
Full replacements
Our Canberra plumbers will let you know exactly what’s required. They will also guide you through your options in a friendly, helpful manner.
Urgent drain inspections Canberra
If you’re dealing with a sudden blockage or a plumbing issue that needs to be fixed ASAP, our team is here to help. We can organise an urgent CCTV drain inspection to get to the root of the problem.
Call Climate Plus on 02 6185 5151 to arrange a prompt, reliable service. We’ll restore your drainage system to full working order and prevent further disruption to your home.
What are the benefits of drain camera inspections?
A CCTV drain inspection gives you clear answers about what’s happening inside your pipes. It’s a simple, accurate way to diagnose any issues early and safeguard your property from future plumbing problems.
Here are some of the main benefits of conducting one.
Accurately identify the cause of drain blockages.
Inspect drainage systems in new properties or during renovation planning.
Assess the overall health of your pipes to prevent long-term issues.
Pinpoint localised problems for more targeted, cost-effective repairs.
Avoid invasive dig-ups and unnecessary disruption around your home.
Provide clear documentation for insurance claims or compliance reports.
Map and locate drainage installations with precision.
Why choose Climate Plus
Here are a few reasons to choose Climate Plus to conduct CCTV drain inspections in your home:
Licensed and accredited: Our on-site team is fully licensed, insured and accredited for the work they do. Get high-quality, professional plumbing repairs and services with Climate Plus.
Locally-owned and operated: We’re a team of dedicated Canberrans with the local knowledge that’s needed to keep your plumbing in tip-top shape.
Committed to our customers: Our customers love what we do. That’s why we’re rated 4.9/5 from over 900 Google reviews.
Your maintenance partner: We want to keep your system working well in the long term. That’s why we prioritise preventative maintenance. When conducting our repairs, we’ll look for ways to improve the long-term health of your pipes and drains.
Drains and pipes we inspect
CCTV drain inspections are suitable for nearly every part of your home’s drainage system. Here are some of the main types of drains and pipes we commonly assess for customers:
Kitchen drains
CCTV cameras help identify the grease build-up, food blockages, or pipe corrosion that often develops over time. These inspections allow us to pinpoint the exact cause of slow drainage.
It also helps us to recommend the best solutions to stop the problem from escalating further into your plumbing system.
Toilet drains
Our camera inspections can locate obstructions that are stuck within the line. This can be wipes, sanitary products, or foreign objects. An approach like this eliminates the need to do unnecessary excavation. Additionally, it enables us to address the issue directly at its source to produce a reliable, long-term fix.
Stormwater drains
These drains often become blocked with leaves, debris, or tree roots, especially after heavy rain. CCTV surveys help assess the overall condition of your stormwater system. This enables us to identify any structural issues before they lead to flooding or property damage.
Sewer drains
Sewer lines can be impacted by root intrusion, pipe cracks, or build-up from years of use. A camera inspection assists us in assessing the integrity of the sewer system, locating the exact problem, and planning repairs without disturbing your outdoor areas.
Shower and bathtub drains
Hair, soap scum, and product residue can create stubborn clogs in your bathroom drains. Using CCTV technology, we can identify the blockage point quickly and check for underlying issues. These might be pipe wear or misalignment.
When to book a CCTV drain inspection
Here are some times when you should consider a CCTV drain inspection:
Recurring blockages or slow drains: If your shower or kitchen sink is constantly backing up, there’s likely a deeper issue. Our inspection pinpoints the cause without guesswork.
Buying or selling a home: Drain problems often go unnoticed in building inspections. We provide detailed video reports that help buyers and sellers assess risk and value.
Water pooling, dampness, or foundation cracks: Leaks from damaged drains can lead to damp soil, cracked paving, or mould issues. Early detection protects your home’s foundation.
Renovations and new builds: Don’t pour thousands into upgrades only to discover poor drainage later.
Nearby tree growth or ground movement: Canberra’s older suburbs are full of beautiful, root-heavy trees. CCTV inspections detect root intrusion or pipe misalignment caused by shifting soils.
About our cameras
At Climate Plus, we use high-definition, waterproof CCTV drain cameras. They are attached to flexible cables that allow us to navigate deep into your plumbing and drainage system.
As the camera travels, bright LED lights illuminate the pipe interior. This sends a live video feed back to a monitor, which gives us a crystal-clear view of what’s going on inside your drains.
These cameras let us spot blockages, cracks, root intrusion, corrosion or misalignment very accurately. Because the system records video and still images, you get a comprehensive view of the pipe condition. This includes the exact location and depth of any issues.
Book a CCTV drain inspection in Canberra today
If you’d like clear answers about what’s happening inside your drains, our friendly Canberra plumbers are here to help. We’ll inspect your system, advise you of any issues, and suggest how best to resolve them.
Call 02 6185 5151 or book online today to schedule your CCTV drain inspection with Climate Plus.
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Frequently asked questions
A drain inspection camera is a small, waterproof, high-definition CCTV camera on a flexible cable. Its primary purpose is to feed through your plumbing system to visually inspect the inside of your drains and sewer lines.
A CCTV drain inspection typically takes around 1–2 hours for a standard residential drainage system. However, this timeframe can vary depending on the layout and complexity of your pipes.
Some of the major causes of faulty or blocked drains include:
Build-up of grease
Fat and food waste from kitchen sinks
Hair
Soap scum
Toiletries
Sanitary products
Tree root intrusion
Pipe cracks or collapsed pipes.
Climate Plus holds a valid Plumbing, Draining and Gasfitting Contractor Licence (ACT). This means we’re fully licensed and insured to conduct CCTV drain inspections and a full range of drain-related plumbing services.
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