Residential Sewer Camera Inspections at NuFlow Indy: At a Glance

  • Cost – Starting at $150, credited toward repairs if NuFlow Indy makes them
  • What you get – HD video, voice-over diagnostics, a written report, and a quote for any needed repairs
  • Service area – Indianapolis and surrounding Indiana communities
  • Best for – Homebuyers, owners of older Indianapolis homes, anyone with slow drains, gurgling toilets, or sewer odors

All of our work for Indianapolis homeowners starts and ends with a camera inspection, with our sewer camera going inside your sewer line to find the underground issues you can’t see. By making sewer line camera inspections a routine part of what we do, we can quickly diagnose an existing issue or simply give you peace of mind that your sewer line is in good shape.

Are you a facility manager, building owner, or contractor? We also do commercial sewer camera inspections using push and crawler cameras on 2–72″ pipes.

How Our Indianapolis Sewer Line Camera Inspections (CCTV Sewer Inspections) Work

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The camera goes in

With the use of our drain cameras, we’re able to conduct a sewer scope inspection to diagnose current and potential sewer issues for your home. The sewer camera itself is a small device at the end of a few inches of electronic cable. This cable is then attached to a length of flexible wire that allows it to bend around corners or obstructions.

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Real-time visuals appear on the monitor

The cable is connected to a monitor that offers a real-time image of whatever the sewer camera sees. With a built-in light, it illuminates the surrounding area so that the technician can identify what the obstructions or clogs are made from.

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You get a full diagnosis and a plan

After the technician runs the camera as far as they can within the sewer line (as blockages may be present), they’ll provide you with a full diagnosis of existing and potential problems found during the pipe scope. Lastly, they’ll offer a set of possible solutions for addressing those issues, either trenchless sewer line repair using our lining technology, or excavation if lining is not an option.

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If you have questions about your specific pipe problems, please contact us using the form below or call us at 317-777-6489 to talk about your options.

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What You’ll Get with a NuFlow Indy Sewer Line Camera Inspection

Our sewer camera inspections can find all sorts of pipe problems, including root intrusions, corrosion, offsets, cracks and more. We insert our sewer camera through existing access points like cleanouts, toilet flanges, and vent stacks.

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HD video of your sewer line

Written report

Written report detailing our findings and recommendations

cost of camera inspection

Quote for NuFlow Indy to make necessary repairs (cost of camera inspection deducted from final bill if we make repairs)

Our Sewer Camera Inspections in Indianapolis Cover All the Important Details

Unlike many of our competitors, we’ll provide you with an HD video of your sewer line camera inspection to ensure full transparency. You’ll hear our expert technician’s voice describing exactly what he sees underground. This technician will also review the sewer scope inspection findings with you personally.

Along with the HD video, you’ll also receive a written report detailing what we saw in your sewer line. If we do find problems, our technicians will immediately give you a quote so you’ll know how much it will cost for NuFlow Indy to fix the issues. If you accept the quote, we’ll deduct the price of the camera inspection from your final bill.

After repairs are completed and the liner is cured in place, we do another sewer camera inspection to make sure everything looks as it should. You will also receive an HD video of the final inspection for your property records. We stand behind our work with a comprehensive warranty on most projects. Coverage details vary based on the scope and conditions, and will be clearly outlined during the quoting process. Transfer options may be available

Sewer Line Camera Inspections for Real Estate Transactions

We offer sewer line camera inspections in Indiana specifically for home purchases. We’re a trusted home services vendor for FC Tucker and we have relationships with many other real estate agencies throughout the state of Indiana. These agents trust us to help their clients make the most informed decisions possible when buying or selling a home.

The bottom line: Traditional home inspections do not go inside the pipes to examine the state of the sewer line. While toilets may flush and sinks may drain, there could still be issues lurking underground. Our Indianapolis sewer camera inspections can find problems or issues you may not have known about before purchasing the property.

What Indianapolis Homeowners Say About Our Sewer Camera Inspections

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September 12, 2024
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Our experience with NuFlow Indy LLC was exceptional. Starting from the initial contacts to the onsite analysis and camera inspections they were very customer oriented and took the time to understand the problem and answer all of our questions. The NuFlow relining process took two full days. The crew was very professional and took special care to make sure the pipe was prepped properly before installing the liner. We are very pleased with the results. NuFlow even provided copies of the camera inspections before and after the cleaning as well as the final lined pipe. We would certainly recommend NuFlow Indy to anyone considering a cast iron sewer line repair.
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August 29, 2022
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Professional, understanding and accommodating in terms of explaining complex sewer issues in layman terms. 100% would recommend to anyone who needs camera work shoutout to Mark!
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March 22, 2022
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I was so grateful to have found Nu Flow - I was facing my 2nd sewer repair in 18 years and the thought of digging up my yard a second time was devastating. Fortunately, I saw their trucks across the street and inquired about their services. I found out I had old Orangeburg pipes that went under an outbuilding and concrete. The Nu Flow representative was fantastic, he camerad the pipe and had my estimate to me the following day. Upon signing the contract I was reassured that they would be out if I had any problems or issues prior to the lining. From start to finish the Nu Flow team was wonderful - the crew that was on site the day of the lining were very professional and answered all my questions. The following day my representative came back out for a final inspections and camera inspection. From start to finish it was a stress free experience.
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February 16, 2022
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My home was recently part of the Citizens Energy Group Septic Tank Elimination Program and connected to Sanitary Sewer. My septic tank was under my basement floor. Citizens dug a hole in my floor and connected a PVC to existing clay tile that exited my house and they tied back into it outside. The 12' stretch of clay tile was my responsibility and I came to find out it was a mis-match of clay tile (4" and 6"), some other material and an abandoned septic tank where the pipe slightly changed direction. This was just a backup waiting to happen and it did in less than 3 months. NuFlow came in and lined my pipe(s) and it is truly amazing how good the liner looks and it has a transferable 20 year warranty. More money than I wanted to pay, but nothing compared to conventional methods to fix this stretch of pipe which could also lead to foundation issues, etc. This group isn't infallible: they showed up one day unannounced to camera my sewer for permitting. They also sent me an invoice without proof that the sewer liner was correctly in place. I have forgiven them for these slip ups as they responded back professionally. Their finished work is nearly unbelievable to me.
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May 5, 2021
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I called NuFlow after I had a camera inspection done since the first company did not locate the clog, they only let me know the existence of a clog. Rather useless since I can't fix it if I don't know where it is. Then I received a recommendation for NuFlow and I'm happy I did! I first talked with Jason who was able to get us on the schedule for about a week out. Two other companies kept putting me off for a total of 3 weeks each, so I was VERY please NuFlow could get me in so quickly! Mark came to our house and was able to run a camera down out clean-out, find the clog, AND mark the location of the clog. While working, Mark found a second clean-out that we didn't realize we even had and it is MUCH closer to the clog. Unfortunately, the clog is not able to be cut through and would require more extensive methods. Also unfortunately, the cost of the repair was going to be too much for us to go with, but that's not a fault of NuFlow and seems to be on par with what people are stating online. Overall, my experience with NuFlow has all been positive and I am very thankful for them! :)
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January 27, 2021
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NuFlow Indy was great to work with, they came out quick after the holliday and performed a sewer camera inspection, the technician was very skilled and knowledgeable of his trade, and determined a condition existed at the utility portion of the pipe under the sidewalk and in the street. NuFlow was able to send on a request to the utility, and overall saved me a lot of money since the utility repaired the sewer at the sidewalk and in the street in a relatively short period of time.
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May 13, 2020
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After finding out we had a couple of breaks in our sewer line and getting a quote to have it dug up and repaired, I called Nu-Flow Indy out for a second opinion. The guys came out, did a camera inspection, found the two breaks and blasted, literally, the tree root out of the line. They returned in two weeks and lined the two breaks. The guys were great at every step. They explained everything at each step and made sure I saw all the issues. The best thing was that my yard wasn't dug up and I was only down for about 6 hours. If you have a sewer or drain issue, give them a call. I am very happy with the work and the 20 year warranty gives us peace of mind.
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July 3, 2019
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Nuflow Indy did a great job on our complex project. We initially had another camera company look at our project and I was not satisfied with their service. I called Nuflow and they did a great job diagnosing our problem with several sewer lines running under a patio. They took the time to explain the situation to me. We settled on a liner but ran into some unforseen issues with that some old downspouts. We utilized Nuflow's excavation division to perform a very deep dig in tight quarters and replace our plumbing lines. Nuflow did a fantastic job for us completing the project on schedule and to my satisfaction also working around a difficult weather schedule. Would love to work with nuflow on future projects. James G. and Collins on the excavation crew were wonderful individual performers take care of those guys. Nice work thanks, Ryan
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April 12, 2019
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I have had nothing but positive experiences with NuFlow. They did a pre-purchase camera inspection before I bought my house (older home, big trees), and their resulting suggestions were spot-on. Then, when I had a clog, they got someone out to me the next day to work on the problem! Very friendly and professional.

Visit our testimonials page for more insights about our sewer and drain camera inspections from our customers.

Important Facts to Know About Sewer Camera Inspections

Don’t Assume Newer Homes Are Safe

Some home inspectors only recommend sewer line inspections if the home was built in the 1980s or earlier, but we always recommend a sewer line scope. We’ve seen brand-new properties with serious sewer line issues. It’s always better to know the state of your sewer line, even if it’s just for your peace of mind.

If we find a problem during the sewer line camera inspection, you’ll have the power to negotiate with the seller for a reduced price or repairs before closing. We can do most repairs without digging up your future yard or driveway. Our sewer inspections help you avoid costly surprises down the road and ensure you know exactly what you’re getting when you make a life-changing purchase.

In older Indianapolis neighborhoods such as Broad Ripple, Meridian-Kessler, Irvington, and Fountain Square, most homes were built before 1960, which means clay tile, cast iron, or Orangeburg pipe sewer lines are common. Tree root intrusion and pipe collapse from decades of settling are also often seen. If you’re buying a home in one of these areas, a sewer camera inspection is one of the most cost-effective ways to avoid costly surprises after closing.

FAQs on Our Indianapolis Sewer Camera Inspection Services

We’ve taken some of our most frequently asked questions and answered them so that you can have a better understanding of our sewer cameras and sewer scope inspection services in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Are sewer camera inspections included in a traditional home inspection?

Typically, no. With traditional home inspections in Indianapolis, sewer scope cameras aren’t normally put through the pipes to examine the condition of the sewer system. Occasionally, a home inspector will offer a sewer or drain camera inspection for an additional fee; however, they won’t be able to provide you with a quote for repairs. Because sewers are often skipped during traditional inspections, inspectors may not notice the costly problems lurking underground.

It’s best to have NuFlow Indy perform the sewer line camera inspection so that you can receive a professional diagnosis along with a quote for any repairs that may be needed. Our no-dig camera inspections can give you peace of mind before making a huge purchase.

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How do I know if my Indiana home needs a sewer camera inspection?

Since your system is underground, you may not notice the smaller issues until they become bigger. You should schedule an Indiana sewer line camera inspection when you:

  • Are moving into a new home
  • See unusually green, wet patches on your lawn
  • Notice water damage and mold
  • Smell objectionable odors
  • Experience slow drains that often back up
  • Have water pressure issues

Any or all of these reasons are signs that it is time to call our team of Indianapolis pipe scope professionals. The sooner you take care of the issue, the better!

What happens after a sewer line camera inspection with NuFlow Indy?

We keep things fully transparent, explaining any issues and our recommended plan of action. After an Indiana sewer camera inspection, if the customer moves forward with a quote for repairs, we will either perform mechanical or hydrojet cleaning. This will help clear your pipes of any debris, roots and corrosion, and it also prepares your pipes for the new lining. After that, we insert the liner. Lastly, when the repair or restoration is complete, we’ll follow up within three weeks to ensure the system is working properly!

Is the city responsible for my sewer line?

It depends. Main sewer lines running from your home to the city main are typically your responsibility. Depending on your location, the responsibility could shift to the city once your line reaches a city structure, such as a sidewalk. Each case is different and your NuFlow Indy service technician will be able to determine what is your liability and what isn’t, as well as diagnose any issues via our sewer scope services.

What’s the difference between a sewer camera inspection and a sewer scope?

They’re the same thing. “Sewer camera inspection,” “sewer scope,” “sewer video inspection,” “drain camera inspection,” “CCTV sewer inspection,” and “plumbing camera inspection” are all industry terms for the same service – running a high-resolution camera through your sewer line to diagnose its condition.

What types of homes do you provide sewer camera inspections for?

NuFlow Indy has been helping homeowners for more than a decade, working on all major piping materials, both inside and outside of the home. Our sewer camera inspections are especially valuable for homebuyers and residential investors who want to know exactly what’s in the ground before they buy, as well as owners of older Indianapolis homes where clay or cast iron sewer lines, tree root intrusion, and slow drains are common.

Can I stay in my home while you are working on the sewer scope inspection?

In most instances, yes! Our teams may not need to enter your home when using outside access points. During the drain camera inspection and during any repairs, we will ask you to stop using any water so that we can get a proper diagnosis. But not to worry – with NuFlow Indy, this won’t be long, as our repairs are much faster than traditional sewer line replacement work. This is yet another reason to use our Indianapolis sewer scope inspection services.

What are the benefits of getting a sewer line camera inspection in Indiana from NuFlow Indy?

Along with saving money and avoiding tearing up your yard, there are numerous benefits of choosing NuFlow Indy’s sewer camera inspection services. Our inspections can help by identifying issues early on and will ultimately prolong the lifespan of your sewer system.

By choosing sewer camera inspections in Indiana, you’ll receive:

An accurate diagnosis

With our Indiana sewer camera services, you’ll get clear visuals and an assessment of your home’s pipe condition. This will ensure accurate identification of issues.

Preventative maintenance

By staying up to date with camera inspections, you’ll be able to detect any early signs of damage or deterioration. Additionally, you can find any potential leaks, cracks, blockages, or joint separations in the sewer pipes. Finding damage through pipe scoping early on prevents costly replacements and ensures good maintenance practices.

Documentation

Camera inspections provide visual evidence of the area inspected, allowing for images and videos to be saved for reporting or insurance purposes. They can also impact future decisions and track the progress of repairs.

Sewer Camera Inspection and Sewer Scope Services in Indianapolis and Nearby Indiana Communities

Whether you’re located in Indianapolis itself or any of the surrounding communities, the team at NuFlow Indy is happy to come to you for a sewer line camera inspection and scope services. In addition to Indianapolis itself, we travel to Plainfield, Greenfield, Greenwood, Kokomo, Bloomington, Carmel, Fishers, Fort Wayne, and many other suburbs throughout Indiana. Don’t see your city listed? We’d happily make the trip to visit you. Just reach out to schedule your sewer camera inspection.

Reach Out Today to Discuss a Sewer Line Camera Inspection in Indianapolis

If you want to be proactive in making sure your sewers are set up to perform optimally, NuFlow Indy is here for you. Our Indianapolis sewer line camera inspections can help to prevent an expensive sewer backup in the future.

Contact us today about our sewer camera inspection capabilities and learn about how our expertise can benefit your home-buying process or routine home maintenance.

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Published on: 10/20/2022

Author: Dave Perry

Dave Perry founded NuFlow Indy in 2016. Prior to founding NuFlow, Dave was the founder and CEO of DP Mechanical, a commercial and residential plumbing and HVAC business. He is a licensed plumber with 30+ years of experience in industrial, commercial and residential plumbing.