How to Spot (& Fix) Common Plumbing Problems in Your Home
Plumbing problems usually don’t start with a big splash. They begin in small ways — a tap that won’t stop
November 30, 2025
When it comes to sewer camera inspection in Niagara Falls, you need precision. A pipe video inspection—also called drain camera inspection, sewer scope inspection, or video sewer inspection—lets technicians pinpoint issues like root intrusion, cracks, and blockages without digging. At McDowell Drain & Waterproofing, our high-definition RIDGID See Snake sewer camera reveals every inch of your underground pipes, saving you time and money on unnecessary excavation. For complete protection, we also provide wet basement repair and Basement Waterproofing Service
● Accurate Problem Location: A sewer inspection uses a flexible, waterproof camera head to record real-time footage. No guesswork—whether it’s a simple grease clog, a collapsed section, or corrosion in older clay lines, a sewer line video inspection shows you exactly what’s wrong. Learn more about our drain repair & replacement in Niagara Falls.
● Cost Savings : Traditional methods dig trenches throughout your yard. A drain inspection or video pipe inspection narrows down the repair site, keeping costs predictable and preventing a trench-less sewer camera diagnosis from becoming a full replacement. See how our trenchless sewer replacement works.
● Prevent Future Emergencies: Early detection of small leaks or pipe cracks means you avoid major backups, foul sewer odors, and structural damage. A routine sewer scope stops a minor drip from turning into a flooded basement.
Be on the lookout for:
We’ll discuss symptoms—water pooling, sewer odors, or odd noises—and schedule your commercial sewer camera inspection Niagara Falls or residential check.
We insert our 200-foot SeeSnake rod into your main sewer line or lateral drain. Every bend, joint, and connection is scanned by the sewer scope.
Watch the drain camera inspection on-screen as we navigate past blockages, identify hairline cracks, or root intrusions. We record the footage for your records.
We timestamp and note the exact distance of issues (e.g., pipe misalignment at 22′”). Our sewer inspection Niagara Falls report lists recommended fixes: hydro jetting, pipe lining, or trenchless sewer replacement
For long-term peace of mind, schedule annual sewer camera inspections or drain inspections. Preventive care catches new issues early.
With more than 45 years in the industry, we bring unmatched expertise, hands-on knowledge, and proven reliability to every job.
High-definition RIDGID sewer camera inspection reels for the clearest footage.
We’ve successfully completed over 3,500 drainage and waterproofing projects across the region—earning the trust of homeowners and businesses alike.
Rapid response for critical backups and flooding.
A Victorian home near Port Dalhousie constantly leaked during spring thaws. Our solution:
Our local climate and geology make basements vulnerable:
An interior basement waterproofing system St. Catharines stops water at the source, protecting your finishes, health, and resale value.
No trenching across the yard—repairs where they’re needed only.
Avoid backups, floods, and insurance claims.
Annual sewer camera inspections extend pipe lifespan.
Inspection from $249+HST; itemized quote before work.
Buyers trust homes with pipe video inspections on record.
Services Offered
Don’t let hidden blockages or pipe damage threaten your home. Schedule your sewer camera inspection in Niagara Falls now, and discover why McDowell Drain & Waterproofing is the region’s trusted expert in drain inspection, video sewer inspection, and pipe video diagnosis.
(905) 431-5612 or mcdowelldrain.ca.
Protect your pipes—and your peace of mind—today!
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Most sewer inspections start at $249+HST for up to 100′. Commercial or extended pipe lengths are quoted per foot.
We recommend a sewer scope inspection annually, especially if you have older pipes or heavy tree cover.
Minor clogs can be addressed immediately with hydro-jetting. Major repairs are scheduled after the video diagnosis.
If pipe damage is sectional (crack or roots), pipe lining or trench-less replacement works. Severe collapses may require open dig.