Reasons to Get a Video Pipe Inspection This Spring

Featuring average temps in the mid-70s, spring is probably the most pleasant season in La Porte, TX. With spring just around the corner, you probably have a list of things that you need to do to prepare your home for summer. One thing that probably isn’t on that list but should be is a video pipe inspection. This simple measure can catch issues and prevent unexpected and expensive repairs. Here are the top reasons you should schedule a video pipe inspection for your La Porte home this spring.

Detect Possible Root Intrusions

Tree roots are a plumbing system’s worst enemy. They somehow have the ability to make their way through pipes to access the water inside. Once inside the pipe, they continue to grow, eventually causing the pipe to clog, burst, or start leaking. By having a video inspection done every spring, you can ensure this doesn’t happen.

Find the Start of a Blockage

By having an annual spring video inspection of your plumbing system done, you can be proactive in preventing clogs. Clogs build up slowly over time and, if left untreated, will eventually result in sewage backup into your home, pipe leaks, and possible bursting. A sewer pipe that has burst can turn into a very expensive repair job that may require digging up your yard.

With a video inspection, our technicians can find areas that have the start of a blockage, such as where soap scum or grease has started to collect, and clear it out before it creates a total blockage. This preventative maintenance preserves your plumbing system and is much cheaper than having repiping done.

Inspect for Issues in Older Homes

If you have an older home, the chances of there being a partial blockage, tree roots, or some other issue with your plumbing or sewage system are higher. Over time the land that your home sits on begins to settle, and this can affect your pipes. You may have spots in your pipes that are “bellied.” This is when your pipe has a low spot where things can collect. These areas are prime locations for clogs to form.

Another issue that can arise is off-grade pipes. This happens when a section of pipe is lifted in an upward direction and can be a result of the ground settling or shifting. The result is usually backflow into your home. A pipe that is slightly off-grade typically won’t cause a problem immediately. However, the issue needs to be fixed before it gets worse and leads to sewage backing up in your home.

Having an annual spring video inspection of your pipes can find corrosion and small leaks at the joints that may not be posing an immediate problem. But, by having these things addressed sooner rather than later, you can avoid an expensive catastrophe and a whole lot of stress.

At Heaton Plumbing in La Porte, TX, we offer comprehensive service for all your plumbing needs. With 24/7 emergency repair services, you can have peace of mind when something goes wrong outside of normal working hours. Call us today to schedule your video inspection for this spring.