Sewer Camera
Inspection

See Inside Your Pipes Before You Dig.

165 ft
Cable Reach
1080p
HD Resolution
512Hz
Sonde Locator
145°
Wide-Angle Lens
🚫 Digging Blind

1. Plumber guesses the problem

2. Excavation crew tears up yard

3. Problem wasn't where they dug

4. Second dig required

$3,000+ Wasted
✅ Camera-First Approach

1. HD camera goes into pipe

2. See exact problem on screen

3. Sonde locates it underground

4. Fix only what's broken

Save Thousands. No Guessing.

Self-Leveling HD Camera

Our camera stays upright automatically, so you see a true orientation of every crack, root, and offset joint — not a spinning, confusing image.

  • 1080p HD touchscreen display
  • 12 adjustable LED lights
  • IP68 waterproof sapphire lens

512Hz Sonde Transmitter

Once we find the problem inside the pipe, our built-in sonde transmitter lets us walk above ground and mark the exact spot — so you dig once, not twice.

  • Pinpoints blockage location
  • Works through soil & concrete
  • On-screen distance counter

Video & Photo Recording

Every inspection is recorded in HD. We provide you the footage for your records, insurance claims, or real estate transactions.

  • Full video recording
  • Timestamped snapshots
  • Digital copy provided
⭐ 5.0 Rating — Camera Inspection Reviews
★★★★★
"We were about to spend $5,000 on excavation because a plumber said our sewer line was collapsed. Spokane Septic ran their camera through the pipe and found it was just a root blockage — they jetted it clean in 30 minutes. Saved us thousands."
— Verified Google Review
★★★★★
"Needed a sewer scope before closing on a house. They showed us the entire line on their screen — no issues found. Gave us the video file for our records. Professional, fast, and reasonably priced."
— Verified Google Review

Sewer Camera Inspection in Spokane, WA

A sewer camera inspection is the fastest way to diagnose problems inside your septic and sewer lines without digging up your yard. At Spokane Septic Services, we use a professional-grade, self-leveling pipe inspection camera with 165 feet of reach and 1080p HD resolution. The camera feeds real-time video to a 10.1-inch touchscreen, so you can see exactly what we see — cracks, root intrusion, bellied pipes, grease buildup, or collapsed sections.

Unlike other companies that charge separately for camera work, we often include a sewer video inspection as part of our hydro-jetting or septic pumping service. When you call us to clear a blockage, we verify the job is done by running the camera after cleaning — at no extra charge on combo visits.

What Can a Sewer Camera Find?

Tree root intrusion — Spokane's mature trees are notorious for sending roots into clay and cast iron sewer lines. Our camera shows you exactly where the roots have entered and how severe the damage is, so we can target them with hydro-jetting rather than guessing.

Pipe bellies and sags — When a section of pipe sinks below the flow line, waste collects in the low spot and causes recurring backups. A camera inspection reveals the exact location so a targeted repair can be made.

Cracked or offset joints — Ground settling, earthquakes, or frost heave can shift pipe joints apart. Our camera identifies these gaps before they turn into sinkholes or complete failures.

Grease and scale buildup — In commercial kitchens and older homes, years of grease and mineral deposits narrow the pipe. The camera shows us how much buildup exists and whether jetting or replacement is the right call.

Lost septic tank location — Can't find your tank? Our camera can travel through the sewer line from your house to the tank, and our 512Hz sonde transmitter pinpoints the tank location from above ground — often used with our digital locating service.

When You Need a Camera Inspection

Buying a Home with a Septic System

A pre-purchase sewer camera inspection reveals hidden problems before you close. Cracked pipes, root intrusion, and failing drain fields can cost tens of thousands to fix. Know before you buy.

Recurring Backups & Slow Drains

If your drains keep backing up after snaking, the problem is deeper. A camera inspection finds the root cause — a belly, a root mass, or a collapsed section — so we fix it permanently.

Locating a Lost Septic Tank

Many Spokane properties have septic tanks with no visible markers. We feed the camera through the line and use the sonde transmitter to mark the tank location from above ground.

After an Emergency Pumping

After we pump an emergency, we run the camera to confirm the line is clear and identify what caused the backup — so it doesn't happen again.

Serving All of Spokane County

We provide sewer camera inspections across the entire Spokane metro area including Spokane Valley, Liberty Lake, Deer Park, Mead and Colbert, Cheney and Medical Lake, Otis Orchards, and Nine Mile Falls. We are locally owned — not a franchise. When you call, you speak directly to the technician operating the camera.

Sewer Camera Inspection FAQ
How much does a sewer camera inspection cost in Spokane?
A standalone sewer camera inspection in Spokane typically costs between $150 and $350 depending on line length and accessibility. When combined with a septic pumping or hydro-jetting service, the camera inspection is often included at no additional cost. We always provide upfront pricing before starting.
Can a sewer camera find my septic tank?
Yes. We feed the camera through your sewer line from inside the house. When the camera reaches the tank, our built-in 512Hz sonde transmitter allows us to walk above ground with a locator and mark the exact position of the tank. This is especially common for homes with buried or undocumented tank locations. See also our digital locating service.
Should I get a camera inspection before buying a house?
Absolutely. A pre-purchase sewer camera inspection is one of the smartest investments a homebuyer can make, especially for properties with septic systems. Hidden problems like cracked pipes, root intrusion, or a failing drain field can cost $10,000 to $30,000 to repair. A $150-$350 inspection can save you from a very expensive surprise.
Do I get a copy of the camera footage?
Yes. Every inspection is recorded in HD video with timestamped photos. We provide you a digital copy of the footage for your records. This is especially useful for insurance claims, real estate transactions, or documenting the condition of your pipes for future reference.
How far can the camera reach?
Our inspection camera has 165 feet of semi-rigid cable, which is enough to inspect most residential sewer lines from the house to the septic tank or city main. The camera head is compact enough to navigate through pipes as small as 1 inch in diameter, and the self-leveling feature ensures a clear, oriented image at all times.
What problems can a sewer camera detect?
A sewer camera inspection can detect tree root intrusion, pipe bellies and sags, cracked or offset joints, grease and scale buildup, collapsed pipe sections, ground settling damage, and Orangeburg pipe deterioration. The 1080p HD resolution and self-leveling camera head provide crystal-clear images of every issue.
What is a sonde locator and why does it matter?
A sonde is a small radio transmitter built into the camera head that broadcasts a 512Hz signal through the ground. By walking above the pipe with a receiver, we can pinpoint the exact location of a blockage, crack, or septic tank from the surface — accurate to within inches. This eliminates guesswork and prevents unnecessary excavation.
Do you inspect sewer lines after hydro jetting?
Yes. After every hydro jetting service, we run the camera through the line to verify it is completely clear and document the condition of the pipe walls. This post-jetting verification ensures the job is done right and gives you a baseline recording for future comparison.

See the Problem. Fix the Problem.

HD Sewer Camera Inspection in Spokane County. No Digging Required.

Schedule Inspection (509) 970-9118