CCTV Drain Inspections Auckland
See exactly what's happening inside your drains. Professional HD camera inspections find problems without any digging. Accurate diagnosis and video evidence you can trust.
What is CCTV Drain Inspection?
CCTV drain inspection uses waterproof cameras to look inside your drainage pipes without digging anything up. We push HD cameras on flexible cables into your drains through existing access points like gully traps and inspection points. No digging needed.
The camera travels through your pipes, recording everything it sees in high definition. Our technician watches the live footage on a monitor and spots problems as they come up. You get to see the actual condition of your drains — no guesswork, no assumptions, just clear video evidence.
This technology saves you time and money by providing accurate diagnosis. Instead of digging up your property to find the problem, we can pinpoint the exact location, type, and severity of any issue from a single camera inspection.
We recommend a hydro jett before the CCTV inspection if one hasn't been done recently. It's good for the drain, and our camera is a $30,000 piece of equipment — we don't want it getting caught on anything in the line.
When You Need a CCTV Drain Inspection
Pre-Purchase Property Inspections
Essential before buying any property. Identifies hidden drainage issues that give you negotiation power. $550+GST for the full pre-purchase package.
Recurring Blockages
If the same drain keeps blocking, there's something causing it. CCTV finds the real problem — tree roots, fat buildup, crushed pipe, or flat line.
Slow Draining
Water draining slowly usually means a partial blockage or pipe issue. CCTV identifies exactly what's causing the restriction.
Bad Odours
Persistent drain smells could indicate pipe damage, a blockage, or a broken seal. The camera finds the source quickly.
Preventative Maintenance
Annual CCTV inspections catch small issues before they become expensive emergencies. Included in all our maintenance plans.
Before and After Repairs
We CCTV each line after repair or installation as a courtesy, confirming the work is done properly and checking the rest of the line.
Auckland Council Compliance
Required for some building consents and compliance documentation. We report on pipes up to 150mm.
Developers & Renovations
Essential for development projects to assess existing drainage before building work begins.
How CCTV Drain Inspection Works
Most domestic drain inspections are completed within 1 hour.
Locate Access Points
Our technician finds all drainage access points on your property including gully traps, inspection points, manholes, and cleanouts.
Insert Camera into Drain
An HD waterproof pushcam goes into the drain on a flexible cable. LED lights illuminate the pipe interior.
Record Video Footage
As the camera travels through the drainage system, it records HD video footage. Our technician watches the live feed, spotting issues as they come up.
Identify Issues
Our experienced technicians identify all problems including blockages, tree root intrusion, cracks, collapsed pipes, flat lines, misaligned pipes, fat buildup, and ground movement damage.
Provide Detailed Report
You get the full package: CCTV video (USB or email), written report with findings, photos of issues, as-built diagram, and recommendations.
What You Receive
- Full Video Recording — Complete CCTV footage of all inspected drains on USB or via email
- Written Report — Detailed findings, issue descriptions, severity ratings, and what we recommend
- Photographic Evidence — High-res photos of all issues found
- As-Built — Diagram showing your property's drainage layout with positions and depths
- Repair Recommendations — Straight-up advice on the best way to fix things
- Cost Estimates — Pricing for recommended repairs when requested
Our CCTV Equipment
Spartan & Seasnake Pushcam Systems
Professional HD waterproof cameras that give crystal-clear footage of pipe interiors.
Spring Coil Cutter
For cutting through blockages and obstructions when needed during the inspection.
Powerful LED Lighting
Lights up pipe interiors with adjustable brightness for different conditions.
Flexible Cables
Navigate through pipes of various sizes. Built tough for reliable operation.
Locating Equipment
Pinpoints the exact location of issues. Marks positions and depth on the surface.
Real-Time Viewing
Monitor screens show live footage so you can watch the inspection as it happens.
CCTV Drain Inspection
$250 + GST
Up to 1 hour | Most domestic drains completed within the hour
Peace of Mind Package Deal
Hydro Jett + CCTV Together
$350 + GST
Normally $250 Hydro + $250 CCTV = $500 | Save $150 with the package