Sewer Camera Inspection: What to Expect
A camera inspection is a low-cost, direct way to know exactly what's happening inside your sewer line. Here's how it works and what the findings mean.
Last updated: June 13, 2026
See inside the line Know Before You Dig or Decide
A sewer camera inspection puts a waterproof CCTV camera inside your line so you can see the real condition of the pipe instead of guessing. It is a low-cost way to find roots, cracks, bellies, offsets, and worn pipe material before they turn into a backup — or, for home buyers, before you sign on an older Ogden-area house and inherit someone else's sewer problem. Rhino Rooter records every run, locates any defect on the surface, and hands you a report with clear next steps.
The Process, Step by Step
Access
We insert a waterproof CCTV camera through a cleanout.
Record
We record the full run of the line.
Identify
We flag roots, cracks, bellies, offsets, and pipe material.
Locate
A sonde and locator mark the depth and surface position of any defect.
Report
You get a recorded report and clear next steps.
What the Findings Mean
Roots and grease usually mean a cleaning or hydro jetting; cracks, offsets, and Orangeburg deformation usually mean a trenchless repair; a belly (a low spot that holds water) may need a spot repair. A pre-purchase scope is $250-$300 and can reveal a five-figure problem before you buy a home.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a sewer camera inspection?
It's pushing a waterproof CCTV camera through your drain or sewer line to visually inspect its condition, find defects, and record what it sees.
How much does it cost?
A standard inspection is $250–$300, and a pre-purchase sewer scope is $250–$300; the cost is often credited toward a repair with Rhino Rooter.
Should I scope a home before buying it?
Yes, especially older Ogden-area homes. A scope can reveal roots, cracks, bellies, or Orangeburg pipe before closing, a problem you'd otherwise inherit.
Do I get the video?
Yes, we provide a recorded report you can keep for insurance, a real-estate transaction, or your records.
Can you tell where the problem is?
Yes, a sonde and locator mark the depth and surface location of the defect so any repair is precise.
Will the inspection fix the clog?
No, the inspection diagnoses the cause; we then recommend the right fix, whether that's cleaning, jetting, or a trenchless repair.
Book a recorded camera inspection.
Know exactly what's going on. We scope the line, locate any defect, and hand you a recorded report with clear next steps.