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A sewer camera inspection shows exactly what is happening inside your pipes — without digging. We record the line, locate problem areas and walk you through the footage so decisions are based on evidence rather than guesswork.

  • Accurate diagnosis before any repair work
  • Recorded footage for your records
  • Helps avoid unnecessary excavation
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Service: CCTV Camera Inspections

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Overview

A CCTV inspection sends a waterproof, self-levelling camera through your sewer or drain line to record the inside of the pipe. You see exactly what we see — roots, cracks, offsets, sags and build-up — along with the distance from the access point.

It's the most reliable way to diagnose recurring problems and to understand a line's condition before buying a home, renovating or committing to repairs.

CCTV Camera Inspections

No clear, no clearing charge

On eligible standard blockages.

Spot Problems Early

Problems build up gradually. Watch for these warning signs before a small issue becomes a backup.

Clogs keep coming back

Cleaning works for a while, then the line blocks again.

Buying an older home

Standard home inspections rarely look inside the sewer lateral.

Planning renovations

Know the line's condition before adding a bathroom or developing the basement.

Trees near the line

Mature trees often send roots into joints and cracks.

After a backup

Find out why it happened, not just that it's cleared.

Yard sinking or wet spots

Can point to a broken or leaking underground line.

Root Causes

Understanding the cause is how we stop a problem from coming back — not just clear it for today.

01

Root intrusion

Fine roots enter joints, then grow into dense masses.

02

Offset or separated joints

Ground movement shifts pipe sections out of alignment.

03

Bellies & sags

Low spots collect water and debris that cause repeat clogs.

04

Cracks & collapse

Ageing clay, cast-iron or Orangeburg pipe breaks down over time.

What We Offer

Basic sewer inspection

Camera inspection of the main line with on-site review of the footage.

Homebuyer inspection & report

Written report with findings, distances and still images.

Post-cleaning verification

Camera run after cleaning to confirm the result.

Defect locating

Above-ground location of problem spots using a sonde.

Recorded footage

Video copy for your records, insurer or contractor.

Commercial condition reporting

Documented inspections for facility files and capital planning.

Why PlusFlow

Honest diagnosis, the right equipment and clear pricing — for homes and businesses across Calgary and area.

See Pricing
  • Calgary-focused team

    We know local soil, older city laterals and how spring melt and winter frost affect lines here.

  • Diagnose before we recommend

    Camera verification is available on most jobs, so recommendations are based on what's actually in the pipe.

  • Clear starting prices

    Standard services have published starting prices, and extra time is only added with your approval.

  • Plain-language findings

    We walk you through the footage and explain what matters and what doesn't.

Our Process

A sewer camera inspection shows exactly what is happening inside your pipes — without digging. We record the line, locate problem areas and walk you through the footage so decisions are based on evidence rather than guesswork.

01

Access

A waterproof camera is fed into the line through a cleanout or fixture.

02

Record

We capture video of the pipe interior and note the distance to any defects.

03

Report

You receive a clear summary of findings and recommended next steps.

CCTV Camera Inspections

What's Included

Clear assessment

We confirm the problem before recommending work.

Professional equipment

Tools matched to your pipe size, material and condition.

Plain-language summary

You'll know what we found, what we did and what's next.

Respect for your property

Protective care inside, and a clean work area when we leave.

Gallery

Push cameras
01

Push cameras

Waterproof heads that travel through residential laterals.

On-site monitoring
02

On-site monitoring

Live footage reviewed with you on the spot.

Defect locating
03

Defect locating

Distance to cracks, offsets and roots recorded.

Pre-purchase scopes
04

Pre-purchase scopes

Know the line's condition before you buy.

Clear reporting
05

Clear reporting

A summary of findings and next steps.

After
Before
BeforeAfter

Before / After

Guesswork on one side, video evidence on the other. A camera inspection shows exactly what's inside the pipe.

  • Recorded footage
  • Defect distance noted
  • No digging needed
  • Clear next steps
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Our Process

1

Request a Service

Tell us about your drainage issue or maintenance needs.

2

Inspect & Diagnose

We assess the problem using camera inspection equipment.

3

Recommend a Solution

We explain the findings and the right approach.

4

Complete the Service

We do the work carefully and leave the site clean.

Recent Work

Main Line Camera Inspection
01

Main Line Camera Inspection

Pre-purchase inspection of an older home's sewer lateral to document pipe condition before closing.

Root Intrusion Removal
02

Root Intrusion Removal

Mechanical root cutting on a line in an established neighbourhood with mature trees.

Basement Floor Drain Backup
03

Basement Floor Drain Backup

Clearing a floor drain backup and verifying the line with a camera afterward.

Customer Reviews

Excellent

5.0 · based on 14 reviews

J

Jason M.

Oct 21, 2026

Our basement floor drain backed up on a Sunday. PlusFlow called back quickly, cleared the line and showed us on camera what caused it. Clear explanation, no pressure, and they left everything clean.

Drain Cleaning
P

Priya S.

Oct 8, 2026

We booked a sewer scope before buying an older home in Bowness. The technician walked us through the footage and gave us a written summary. It helped us negotiate with confidence.

CCTV Inspection
D

Derek L.

Sep 27, 2026

Our restaurant kitchen lines kept clogging with grease. They hydro-jetted the lines after hours so we didn't lose a service, and set us up on a regular schedule. No problems since.

Hydro-Jetting
M

Melissa T.

Sep 12, 2026

Big old poplar in the front yard and slow drains every fall. They cut the roots, ran a camera after, and recommended a maintenance interval. Friendly and on time.

Root Cutting
A

Ahmed R.

Aug 30, 2026

We manage a condo complex in the NE and had pooling at two catch basins. PlusFlow cleaned and inspected them, sent photos and a short report for our board. Very professional.

Storm Drainage
K

Karen W.

Aug 14, 2026

Gurgling toilet and a slow tub. The tech explained the difference between snaking and jetting and recommended the simpler fix. Honest advice — I'll call them again.

Drain Cleaning
T

Tom B.

Jul 29, 2026

We run a small warehouse in Foothills. They put together a maintenance plan around our shifts and keep proper service records. Exactly what our insurer asked for.

Commercial Maintenance
S

Sandra K.

Jul 10, 2026

Before our basement development we had the line inspected. They found an offset joint we never would have known about. Great communication from booking to the final report.

CCTV Inspection
B

Brian H.

Jun 24, 2026

Water came up through the basement floor drain every time the washer ran. They cleared the main line, ran the camera to the city connection and showed us a root spot to keep an eye on. Straightforward and tidy.

Main Sewer Line Cleaning
L

Leah G.

Jun 9, 2026

Toilet overflowing on a weekday evening with family coming over. I called, they told me what to shut off and were at the door that evening. Line cleared and the price matched what I was told on the phone.

Emergency Service
R

Raj P.

May 28, 2026

We needed the sewer line marked before building a garage. They traced it with the camera and locator and painted the route and depth on the lawn. Our contractor knew exactly where not to dig.

Pipe Locating
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Nicole D.

May 11, 2026

Kitchen sink kept clogging no matter how often it was snaked. Jetting cleared years of grease out of the line and it has drained perfectly since. They explained everything without the upsell.

Kitchen Hydro-Jetting
S

Steve O.

Apr 26, 2026

Sewer scope on a 1960s bungalow before we made our offer. The written report was clear, with distances and photos of a belly in the line. Worth every dollar for the peace of mind.

Homebuyer Inspection
G

Grace L.

Apr 3, 2026

We manage three small retail plazas. PlusFlow set up one schedule for all three sites with catch basin cleaning before spring melt. Reports come in after every visit — makes our job easy.

Commercial Maintenance

FAQ

Answers to what customers ask us most about this service.

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Yes. We can provide the recorded footage along with a summary of findings and the approximate location of any defects.

For older properties especially, a sewer scope shows the condition of the line before you take ownership — information a standard home inspection usually doesn't include.

No. The camera goes in through an existing cleanout or fixture, so there's no excavation needed to see inside the pipe.

Areas We Cover

Our crews travel across every Calgary quadrant and into nearby communities. Explore the map to see where we work.

  • CalgaryAll quadrants — NW, NE, SW, SE & Downtown
  • AirdrieNorth of Calgary
  • CochraneWest of Calgary
  • ChestermereEast of Calgary
  • OkotoksSouth of Calgary
  • StrathmoreEast along Hwy 1
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