TV Camera Lines

TV Camera Line Service

Founded in 1968, G&L Septic has been providing expert sewer camera inspection services for over five decades.

G&L Septic offers TV camera line (sewer camera inspection) services to homeowners within Kane County, Far Western DuPage County, and Northern Kendall County in Elgin, IL.

TV camera line inspections involve feeding a waterproof, high-resolution camera on a flexible cable through your pipes to provide a live, visual inspection of your system’s interior. This technology identifies blockages, broken pipes, root intrusion, and sludge buildup — allowing our technicians to diagnose issues without digging up your yard. Here’s how TV camera inspections benefit you:
  • Non-Invasive Diagnosis: Instead of digging up pipes to find a problem, a camera is inserted through cleanouts or drains to visualize the interior of the sewer line — saving your lawn and your wallet.
  • Locating Hidden Issues: Cameras can identify root intrusion, cracked or misaligned pipes, grease buildup, and broken pipes (such as deteriorating Orangeburg pipe).
  • Inspecting the Drain Field: Cameras are used to check the structural integrity of septic drain field pipes, ensuring they are not sagged, damaged, or clogged, and helping identify proper pitch.
  • Pinpointing Repairs: Cameras often feature transponders that allow technicians to track the camera’s location from the surface, identifying the exact spot of damage to avoid unnecessary digging.
  • Real-Time Assessment: The camera sends a live feed to a monitor, allowing both the technician and the homeowner to see the condition of the pipes, which can be recorded for future reference.
Common Scenarios for Camera Use:
  • Troubleshooting: Diagnosing the cause of frequent backups, slow drains, or foul odors.
  • Property Inspections: Evaluating the condition of a septic system before buying a home.
  • Maintenance: Checking for sludge buildup or structural issues before they become emergencies.
Email us at [email protected] for inquiries and we will get back to you as soon as possible. We are open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Central Standard Time.
Call us now at 630-584-9494 for all the septic tank services for you and your home.

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