Sewer Line Inspection

No sewer cleaning is complete without a sewer camera televised inspection of the pipe to confirm the blockage has been fully removed. A live video inspection lets us see what a cable or jetter can’t feel—roots, grease, offsets, cracked tiles, bellies, and intrusions.

We hear from many homeowners who contact Herr Construction after other companies have “cleaned” the line for weeks or months, yet backups continue. In most cases, grease, roots, or structural defects remain in the pipe and cannot be verified by feel alone.

What you get with our inspection

• Pinpoint location and depth of the issue (for no-guess repairs)

• Clear recording/photos of the line condition

• Professional recommendations: clear, repair, or trenchless options

Call to schedule: (262)-968-2550 or use the form on this page.

Sewer Camera Work Must Confirm the Blockage Is Gone

Running a sewer machine back and forth until resistance “feels” gone doesn’t prove the line is clear. Without visual confirmation, it’s common to see another backup days or weeks later. Our post-cleaning camera pass verifies:

• The blockage is fully removed

• No remaining root stubs or grease caps

• Water flow and grade look normal (no belly/low spot)

If anything remains, we address it immediately—so you don’t call us again for the same problem.

Sewer Camera Work Is Critical to Success

Would a doctor operate without X-rays or an MRI? Likewise, no sewer cleaning should be considered complete without a video inspection. We use the camera to:

• Identify what the blockage is (roots, grease, broken tile)

• Determine where it is and how extensive

• After a repair, confirm the source has been removed or fixed and flow is restored

This reduces guesswork, avoids unnecessary digging, and protects your yard and budget.

Sewer Cameras Can Catch Blockages Early

Video inspections are also excellent preventive maintenance. When we catch grease, scale, or early root growth soon enough, we can often use trenchless methods through the pipe—no excavation. If root masses or structural failures are left unchecked, they can progress to complete blockages that require digging.

Great times to check your line

• Recurrent slow drains or gurgling

• After major tree/landscaping growth near the line

• Before buying/selling a home (pre-purchase peace of mind)

• Annual/biannual after previous root issues

Our Process (What to Expect)

• Access & setup — We access a cleanout and set up a high-definition camera head with locator.

• Exploration pass — We travel the full length of the lateral, recording findings and marking depths.

• Targeted cleaning (if needed) — Hydro-jetting or mechanical cutting addresses the blockage.

• Verification pass — A second camera pass confirms the line is clear and documents the result.

• Report & plan — You receive findings and the best next step (monitor, maintenance, trenchless, or repair).