Drain camera inspection — an accurate& honest diagnosis
Before starting any drainage work, you deserve an accurate and honest diagnosis. Our HD camera goes down your drain and shows you exactly what condition it's in — blockages, fractures, collapse or good condition. The video report is yours. No pressure. No surprises.
✓ HD colour camera✓ Video report provided✓ No sales pressure
RBQ 5863-7364-01
HD colour camera
Video report provided
Cleanout access
Honest diagnosis
📷 Water in your basement and no known cause? Camera diagnosis available → (514) 730-7107
HD colour
diagnostic camera
Video
report given to you
2–3h
inspection time
Cleanout
installed if needed
Understanding
What is a drain camera inspection?
A drain camera inspection means feeding an HD colour camera on a flexible cable into your drainage system — French drain, foundation drain or floor drain. Our technicians analyze the inside of the drain in real time on a diagnostic screen.
It's the only way to know for sure what's going on inside your drain — no demolition, no guesswork. You get the complete video report at the end, so you have documented proof of your drainage system's condition.
→HD colour camera with built-in lighting — sharp images even in deep pipes
→Real-time analysis with the technician on site — you see everything
→Complete video report provided — usable for insurance, buying or selling
→No demolition: the camera goes in through a cleanout. If there is none, we dig down to the drain to install one, so future inspections need no excavation
An honest report, not a hard sell
If your drain is in good shape, we tell you. If work is needed, we explain why with the footage to back it up. You decide.
✓ No sales pressure on the work
✓ The video report is yours, no strings attached
✓ An honest result — even if there's nothing to fix
Knowing when
When should you have your drain inspected?
These situations call for a camera inspection before making any drainage decision.
Leaks with no known cause
Water in the basement with no visible crack can point to a clogged, collapsed or saturated drain. The camera pinpoints the exact source of the problem in 2–3 hours.
House built before 2000
Foundation drains last 25 to 40 years depending on the materials. A house over 25 years old deserves a preventive inspection, even with no visible symptoms.
Buying or selling a property
Before signing an offer to purchase, a drain camera inspection protects you from a costly surprise. It's prudent due diligence for any smart buyer.
Check after drainage work
After a French drain is installed or repaired, a camera inspection confirms everything is properly positioned and working before backfilling.
Suspected clay drain (before 1985)
Clay or perforated concrete drains installed before 1985 deteriorate with freeze-thaw cycles. The camera confirms whether yours still works or needs to be replaced.
Planning a basement renovation
Before investing in finishing your basement, make sure your drain works. A preventive camera inspection can save you from tearing out brand-new renovations.
Our approach
Complete inspection in 5 steps
From the first call to the video report — a transparent process with no obligation.
01Step 01
Booking the appointment
The inspection is scheduled around your availability. We confirm the time slot and let you know what to prepare.
02Step 02
Locating access points
On site, our technicians locate the drain's access points and assess how your property's drainage system is laid out.
03Step 03
Inserting the HD camera
The HD colour camera is fed into the drain through the access point. The flexible cable lets us cover the entire accessible length of the drain.
04Step 04
Real-time analysis
You watch the live footage with the technician on the diagnostic screen. Every issue is identified, located and explained in real time.
05Step 05
Video report and recommendations
You receive the complete video report. The technician explains what they saw, the risks identified and your options — no pressure, no obligation.
Our reputation rests on our honesty. If your drain is in good shape, we tell you — and you leave with your video report and peace of mind. It's that simple.
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Complete video report — yours, no strings attached, whatever the result
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No sales pressure — if no work is needed, we say so clearly
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Usable for insurance, a pre-purchase inspection or a municipal file
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RBQ certified 5863-7364-01 — a recognized professional diagnosis
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Transparency
You see what we see. The video report is yours, no strings attached — even if your drain is in perfect condition.
A camera inspection means feeding an HD colour camera into your drain and filming the inside in real time. Our technicians identify blockages, fractures, collapses, roots or weak spots. You receive a complete video report at the end of the inspection.
How much does a drain camera inspection cost in Montreal?
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The cost of a camera inspection depends on the type of drain, how accessible it is and the length to inspect. Contact us for an exact price. In some cases, the inspection is included in the cost of the work if our team does it.
How long does a drain camera inspection take?
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A standard inspection takes 2 to 3 hours depending on how the drainage system is laid out. You're there during the inspection and can watch the footage in real time on our diagnostic screen.
Do I get the video report after the inspection?
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Yes, absolutely. The complete video report is yours. You can use it for your own records, an insurance claim, or to get other quotes. No conditions.
Is a camera inspection useful when buying a property?
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It's one of the best investments you can make when buying a home. A camera inspection reveals the drain's real condition before you sign — an aging clay drain, a chronic blockage or a drain in excellent shape. Avoid costly surprises after the purchase.
What can a drain camera inspection detect?
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Blockages from roots or sediment, fractures and cracks in the drain, partial or total collapses, shifted or open joints, deteriorated clay drains (before 1985), and limescale or grease buildup. Anything that affects the flow or structure of the drain is visible.
Is the inspection included in the price of drainage work?
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In most cases where we do the work following our diagnosis, yes. The cost of the inspection is absorbed into the overall quote. If no work is needed, you only pay for the inspection — and you get a complete report confirming it.
Real results
Clear diagnoses, informed decisions
Camera inspection
★★★★★
"A contractor told me the whole drain had to be redone — $8,000. I asked for a camera inspection as a second opinion. My drain was in perfect condition. I saved $8,000 thanks to the team's honesty."
AC
Alain C.
Blainville
Pre-purchase inspection
★★★★★
"Before buying my house in Boucherville, I insisted on a drain camera inspection. It revealed a clay drain that needed replacing. I negotiated $12,000 off the sale price. Worth its weight in gold."
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Nathalie R.
Boucherville
Preventive inspection
★★★★★
"A 1972 house — I was worried about the drain. The camera inspection confirmed it still worked. The technician explained what to keep an eye on. I left with peace of mind and my report."
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Stéphane M.
Laval, Fabreville
Know exactly what condition your drain is in
Video report provided — no obligation to do any work if your drain is in good shape.
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The warranty covers only workmanship defects and construction flaws related to the work performed by Fissure et Drain XT. It does not cover damage caused by ground movement, soil defects, earthquakes, exceptional flooding, work done by third parties or any unauthorized modification after the work is completed. Warranty transferable to the new owner upon written notice. RBQ 5863-7364-01.
RBQ 5863-7364-01
