The Role of CCTV Drain Inspection in Identifying Drain Corrosion

Name: Blocked Drain Perth
Brand: Perth Blocked Drains Plumbing
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Posted by Perth Blocked Drains Plumbing on 30 Oct 2025

Blocked drains are a major problem for both business and residential homes. They cause disruptions, bad odors and can create hygienic issues. It is vital to find the root of blocked drains to repair them and avoid further blockages.

Key Takeaways

The blockage of drains can result in disturbances, odor and hygiene issues.
Drain corrosion is a typical cause of leaks and blockages caused by aging, chemical exposure or accident.
CCTV Drain Inspection is an accurate, cost-effective and efficient solution for identifying issues in pipe systems.
The process involves inserting a fiber-optic camera that captures images and sends them to a control center team that can identify problems that are either large or minor in the pipeline.
Benefits include: no destructive investigations cost savings, reduced resources and material costs and preventing future issues speedy diagnosis and quick report delivery.
If you have any blockages or slow drains call Perth Blocked Drains Plumbing for immediate assistance.

What is Drain Corrosion?

The process of drain corrosion is a result of the aging of pipes or are exposed to a variety of chemical substances. Or it may occur because of plumbing accidents, such as corrosion-causing drain cleaners that damage PVC pipes. Corrosion causes a myriad of problems such as blockages or leaks that could lead to lasting damage. However, determining the exact location of issue can be difficult.

How CCTV Drain Inspection Functions

CCTV cameras let us perform an inspection inside the drain system without the need for digging that could potentially damage your property or yard.

The process is quite simple:

We put a fiber-optic device coupled to a flexible wire into the drain.
The camera records high-resolution photos of the inside of your drain pipes. These images is transmitted back to our team working out of our center for control.
Our fully trained technicians use these images to detect and identify any defects within the pipe, such as corrosion.

Why Should You Use CCTV Inspection?

The effects of air pollution and seismic activity, as well as shifting soil, changing patterns of rain can all contribute to the blockage of pipes. It is imperative to swiftly identify and correct these issues prior to they get worse. Here’s why CCTV inspections are helpful:

Correct Identification: CCTV inspections provide accurate information about what is going on inside your pipeline, making sure that you avoid damaging investigations that may have resulted in wasting time and resources.
Cost-effective: As no excavation or digging is required, it will save both manpower resources as well as cost of materials.
Avoid Future Problems Our experts identify any issues, no matter how small in the pipework with high-resolution cameras, which allow for an early intervention that will prevent any further problems.
Fast: Our survey team can detect and present precise reports on the spot, allowing quick decision-making to take remedial action.

Conclusion

In conclusion, CCTV Drain Inspection offers a cost-effective and cost-effective method of identifying problems with drains that have become blocked due to corrosion. The sooner the issue is detected, the quicker the issue can be resolved without any disruption. If you observe any difficult or blocked drains or drains, please give us a call at Perth Blocked Drains Plumbing for immediate assistance.