Archive for May 17th, 2009

CCTV drain surveys and their versatility

Sunday, May 17th, 2009

Drainage systems must be properly maintained to ensure their working efficiency. Blocked or leaking drains can often be frustrating and as drainage systems are constructed and built underground this makes them difficult for inspection.

Sewerage systems and overflowing drains can be a health hazard. Blocked or damaged sewers can even cause structural damage by making walls or even buildings collapse. To avoid such circumstances, regular drain surveys must be held from time-to-time. Today, CCTV drain surveys can be considered as the best way to conduct regular drainage maintenance.

It becomes easy to inspect household drains with the use of inspection chambers. Today, the survey of drainage systems can be effectively carried out with the use of a CCTV system. The reports generated can verify the actual cause of the blockage which is usually caused due to clogged debris, tree roots or broken pipes. CCTV drain surveys assist in locating the precise location of obstruction, thereby assisting in maintenance work. CCTV cameras are very useful and are used by professionals for both, domestic as well as commercial purposes.

CCTV cameras stop the persistent need for conducting drain surveys and are very cost effective. This in turn helps to reduce the survey cost and hence time.