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See what's actually
in your sewer line.

There is no need to wonder what is going on inside your sewer line, because we will show you. We push a self-leveling HD camera through the line and you watch with us as it shows exactly what is there: roots, breaks, bellies, scale, or foreign objects. You get a recording to keep. Ideal for pre-purchase home inspections, recurring backups, and getting a clear picture before any repair.

Why scope?

What an inspection tells you.

  • Pipe material: clay, cast iron, ABS, PVC, Orangeburg (tar paper)
  • Age and condition: visual estimate of remaining life
  • Defects: cracks, breaks, offsets, bellies, scale buildup, root intrusion
  • Foreign objects: toys, toothbrushes, debris
  • Connection points: where branches join the main
  • Location: approximate spot of any defect, marked with a locator
Reading the results

What the common findings mean for you.

  • Roots: roots get in through cracked joints, often in older clay lines; cleaning removes them for now, and repairing the joint keeps them out
  • Belly (sag): a low spot where the pipe has settled and waste collects; it causes repeat clogs and often needs that section repaired
  • Offset joint: two pipe sections no longer line up, which catches paper and waste
  • Scale and corrosion: common in cast iron; it narrows the pipe from the inside and can lead to cracks
  • Orangeburg pipe: a tar-paper pipe used in some older homes; it deforms over time and usually needs replacement
  • Healthy line: sometimes the answer is good news, and you get the recording to prove it
When inspection makes sense

Common reasons we run a camera.

  • Recurring backups: the same drain clogs every few months
  • Pre-purchase home inspection: see what the sewer line is really like before closing
  • Old home (50+ years): confirm the sewer line isn't ready to fail
  • Just had a backup or broken pipe: see what caused it before deciding on repair
  • Tree roots suspected: locate and confirm intrusion before quoting root removal
  • Pre-trenchless: confirm pipe condition is appropriate for lining vs. replacement
  • Lost a ring or valuable down a drain: sometimes recoverable

You get a recording of everything we find.

For homeowners and buyers

See your sewer line before you decide anything.

A camera inspection takes the guessing out of drain and sewer problems. Instead of clearing the same clog again and again, or replacing a line that only needed one repair, you see exactly what is inside the pipe and where.

Buying an older home? The sewer line is one of the few major systems a standard home inspection can't see. A camera inspection shows its condition before closing, while you still have time to plan or negotiate.

What happens on the visit

Simple, clear, and on video.

  • We find an access point: usually a cleanout outside or in the house; if there isn't one, we explain your options
  • We run the camera through the line: you can watch it with us, if you would like
  • We mark any problem: using a locator, so we know where it is from above ground
  • You get the recording: plus our findings, and repair options in writing if a repair is needed
After the inspection

No pressure. Just clear options.

If the line is healthy, you hear that first. If there is a problem, we show you the footage, mark where it is, and lay out the options in writing, such as cleaning, a spot repair, trenchless lining or replacement, with the trade-offs of each. You decide what happens next, and nothing is scheduled until you do.

Service Area

Serving 24 cities across the Inland Empire.

Chino · Chino Hills · Claremont · Colton · Corona · Diamond Bar · Eastvale · Fontana · Grand Terrace · Highland · La Verne · Loma Linda · Mira Loma · Montclair · Norco · Ontario · Pomona · Rancho Cucamonga · Redlands · Rialto · Riverside · San Bernardino · San Dimas · Upland

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They made a appt. And tech was on time for a estimate. Appreciate the effort will hold on to their # first call.Second call....main sewer 😬 John answered our call and sent out the A-team. Freddie his main worker explained what needed to be done and did not…

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This was a great experience today with Sweetwater's technician Anthony! He was able to diagnose everything after his thorough scope of the kitchen' sinks plumbing area. He also adressed the issue & advised me what the next step to take to resolve the issue. I…

Common Questions

Frequently asked questions.

How do I know if I need a sewer camera inspection?
Repeat clogs, gurgling drains, sewage odors, more than one drain backing up at once, or a soggy patch in the yard over the sewer line are all good reasons. So is buying an older home.
What is a belly in a sewer line?
A belly is a low spot where part of the pipe has sunk. Waste and water sit there instead of flowing out, which causes repeat clogs. The camera shows where it is and how bad it is.
Can roots be removed for good?
Cleaning removes them, but roots come back through the same cracked joints. Repairing or lining the damaged section keeps them out.
Is my sewer line clay, cast iron or plastic?
It depends on when the home was built and what has been replaced. The camera shows the pipe material, which matters for choosing the right repair.
Will you push me into a repair?
No. You get the footage and the findings, and if a repair makes sense, the options in writing. If the line is healthy, we tell you that.
Should I get a sewer inspection before buying a home?
For older homes especially, yes. A standard home inspection doesn't look inside the sewer line, and problems there can be costly. The camera shows the condition before you close.
Do I get a copy of the video?
Yes. You get the recording of the inspection along with our findings.
What if there is no cleanout?
We will explain the options for getting a camera into the line. Sometimes it can go in through a fixture or a roof vent, and sometimes adding a cleanout makes sense for future service.
Can a camera find something I lost down the drain?
Sometimes. The camera can show where an object is sitting, and in some cases it can be recovered.

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