Using Video Camera Inspection to prevent drain and pipe problems is a smart move for maintaining your plumbing system.

Clogs and leaks are indeed common plumbing issues, and while DIY methods like plunging or using chemical drain cleaners can resolve some problems, others require a more thorough approach.

Benefits of Video Camera Inspection

• Early Detection of Issues: A camera can identify problems before they become major issues. This includes clogs, cracks, leaks, or root invasions. Catching these early can save you from costly repairs down the line.
• Accurate Diagnosis: Instead of guessing where a problem might be, a camera provides a clear view of the inside of your pipes. This ensures that any work done is targeted and precise.
• Non-Invasive: Camera inspections are minimally invasive. They don't require digging up pipes or removing fixtures, which means less disruption to your home.
• Detailed Reports: The footage from the camera can be reviewed later, and you can get a detailed report on the condition of your pipes. This is useful for keeping records and for any potential insurance claims.
• Preventive Maintenance: Regular camera inspections can help you keep an eye on the condition of your pipes and prevent issues before they start.

The holidays are upon us and, for many of us, that means BIG family meals…

When it’s working properly, a garbage disposal reduces the amount of waste your family generates and it makes kitchen cleanup faster and easier, but how do you keep it from breaking or backing up when you have a house full of people and it’s working overtime?

Running cold water down the drain for 15 seconds before AND after you run the disposal will help flush the waste into the main sewer and prevent backups, but the most important thing to know is what NOT to put down the garbage disposal.

First of all, NEVER, ever put grease or cooking oils down the garbage disposal (or any drain). Once cooled, pour most of the grease into a container that you can recycle and blot the remaining grease with paper towels before washing the pan in the sink.

Other items to avoid putting down the garbage disposal are:

• Stringy or Fibrous Fruits & Vegetables - Corn husks, banana peels, potato peels, pumpkin guts, asparagus and celery stalks can all wrap around the blades of your disposal.
• Egg Shells & Onion Skins – The thin membrane on the