CCTV Drain Inspection

Also known as: CCTV inspection · drain camera inspection · pipe camera inspection

1 min read Updated 6 Jul 2026 DrainSpy Brisbane
In short A camera survey of the inside of a drain using a waterproof CCTV camera pushed or driven through the pipe, recording its condition and locating defects precisely.

A CCTV drain inspection sends a high-resolution waterproof camera through the pipework while the operator watches live footage. Distance counters and sonde transmitters let the operator log exactly where each defect sits — both along the pipe and under the ground.

It is the standard way to diagnose recurring blockages, assess pipes before purchase or renovation, and verify the quality of repairs such as relining. The result is evidence: instead of guessing, you see cracks, roots, bellies and broken joints on screen.

What Is It For?

Diagnoses the true cause and exact location of drainage problems without digging.

Where You'll Find It

Run through inspection openings, gullies, boundary traps or removed toilets into any accessible drain.

Common Problems

  • Heavily blocked pipes may need clearing before the camera can pass
  • Submerged sections (bellies) can obscure the picture
  • Poorly maintained access points slow the survey down

How DrainSpy Brisbane Deals With It

A CCTV drain inspection is the standard way to confirm whether this is what's happening in your pipes: the camera shows the condition on screen, a locator pinpoints the exact position and depth, and you get a recorded report before any repair decisions are made.

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Suspect This Is Your Problem?

A CCTV drain inspection shows exactly what's happening inside your pipes — no guesswork.