Montreal and Laval · Drain and sewer inspections
Camera Drain Inspection in Montreal
A drain that keeps blocking deserves a closer look. Flow Pro uses camera inspection to examine accessible drain and sewer lines, document visible concerns and help you plan the next step.
For recurring backups, property purchases and building maintenance, we first confirm which line needs checking and how it can be accessed.
Water backing up now? Call to describe the situation and confirm availability. A blocked line may need clearing before a useful camera inspection is possible.
- Recurring drain problems
- Homes and shared buildings
- Video and report options
- English and French service
See the reachable section of pipe
What is happening inside the drain?
The camera enters through an available access point and sends a view of the pipe interior to a monitor. That view helps us describe what is visible and where the inspection stops.
- Obstructions and deposits
Look for visible roots, buildup or material restricting the accessible line.
- Pipe surfaces and joints
Record visible irregularities or suspected defects that may need further assessment.
- Conditions after cleaning
Review an accessible section after deposits have been removed, when the agreed service includes a follow-up camera check.
Before the camera goes in
Access and visibility determine the inspection
A useful inspection starts with the right entry point and a clear view. The whole drain network is not automatically accessible from one opening.
An accessible entry point
Tell us about known cleanouts, exposed stacks or other drain access. Pipe size, turns and the route can limit how far the camera travels. We confirm the sections to inspect.
Cleaning when needed
Heavy deposits, dirty water or a blockage can hide the pipe or prevent passage. The camera is not used to force through an obstruction. Any necessary cleaning is discussed separately.
Hot-water hydrojet cleaningClear limits in the findings
An inaccessible or obscured section remains unverified. A camera view describes the visible condition at the time of inspection; it does not guarantee future performance.
Video, observations and next steps
Agree on the documentation you need
Confirm video recording, a written report and any locating requirements when booking. If a buyer, manager or insurer needs particular information, tell us before the visit.
The section inspected
Identify the access used and the drain or sewer sections reached, so the findings can be understood in context.
Visible observations
Use the agreed recording or images to explain deposits, obstructions or a suspected defect seen during the inspection.
Inspection limits
Note where access, an obstruction or image clarity prevented further assessment. An uninspected section should be identified as such.
Recommended follow-up
Discuss whether the observations call for cleaning, monitoring or a repair assessment. If repairs are needed, we can refer you to a plumbing partner.
Relate the camera view to the property
Locating a point along the line
Where the equipment and site conditions allow, locating can help connect a point reached by the camera with a position at the surface.
This can help when discussing where a suspected problem needs further attention. Tell us if locating is part of your objective, and confirm it in the inspection scope.
Homeowners, buyers and managers
Plan the inspection around your question
Tell us what you need to understand: a recurring backup, the accessible sewer line before a purchase, or a drain shared by several units.
A drain that keeps blocking
Share previous cleaning dates, symptoms and recordings. Inspection can help investigate the accessible line and distinguish visible buildup from a concern that needs further assessment.
Understanding recurring drain problemsBefore buying a property
Arrange permission and access with the owner or broker. Agree on the drain sections to inspect and leave time to review the findings before your deadline.
Drain inspections for homeownersCondos and commercial buildings
Identify the affected units or premises and coordinate access through the manager. For several lines, define the scope and documentation for each section.
Condo drain maintenancePreparing your visit
Three steps to a useful inspection
Address, purpose and access
Share the property address, the reason for the inspection and any known entry points. We confirm availability, the planned scope and applicable charges.
Examine the accessible line
Review the sections the camera can reach and the available view. If cleaning or another access point is needed, discuss that before further work.
Understand the findings
Discuss the observations, any unverified sections and the next step. Confirm delivery arrangements for the recording and report included in your service.
Before booking
Questions about camera drain inspections
What the camera can show, how to prepare and which services to confirm.
What can a drain camera inspection show?
It can show roots, deposits, obstructions and visible features of the pipe or its joints in the sections reached by the camera. The findings depend on access and image clarity. An inspection cannot describe a section that the camera cannot reach or see clearly.
Can you inspect a drain that is completely blocked?
An obstruction, heavy deposits or dirty water can prevent a useful view or stop the camera from advancing. The line may need clearing or cleaning first. The camera is an inspection tool and is not used to force a passage through a blockage. We discuss any cleaning needed and its scope before proceeding.
Can you locate an underground blockage or damaged section?
When equipment and site conditions allow, locating can help relate a point reached by the camera to a position at the surface. Ask for locating when arranging the inspection. Access and signal conditions affect the result; an inspection does not automatically provide a complete map of every buried line.
Will I receive a video and a written report?
Confirm video recording and the written report when booking, including which lines need documenting. The agreed documentation should identify the sections inspected, visible observations, access or visibility limits and recommended next steps. Tell us in advance if a buyer, manager or insurer has particular document requirements.
Can I book a sewer camera inspection before buying a property?
Yes. Coordinate permission and access with the owner or broker, and allow time to review the findings before your deadline. The inspection concerns the accessible drain or sewer sections agreed upon. It does not replace a whole-property inspection or establish the condition of every hidden pipe.
How should I prepare for the inspection?
Tell us where the cleanout or other known drain access is located and clear the surrounding space. Share previous inspection footage, repairs and cleaning attempts, including drain products used. For shared building lines, arrange access with the manager and affected occupants. Do not open walls or dismantle plumbing to create access yourself.
How much does a camera drain inspection cost?
The cost depends on the lines involved, available access, inspection time and whether cleaning, locating or particular documentation is needed. Describe your objective and ask about the applicable charges and included services when you call. Work on several building drains needs a clearly defined inspection scope.
Montreal and Laval
Need a closer look at your drain?
Tell us what keeps happening or what you need to verify. We will confirm the inspection arrangements for your property.
Arrange your inspection
Request a camera inspection
Use the callback form below to leave your contact details and preferred time to speak. We will discuss the property, access and inspection you need.
The requested date and time are for a callback. Your inspection appointment is confirmed with our team.
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