AllTech Services, Inc. Blog: Archive for May, 2023

When to Schedule a Video Inspection for Your Drain

Monday, May 22nd, 2023
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Did you know that it’s not just spies in the movies using tiny cameras on long lines these days? Plumbers are doing it, too! You might hear it referred to as video pipe inspection or video drain inspection. We can even take a look as far down as the sewer line that carries all your wastewater away from your home.

Why do people need their drains inspected with video cameras? What circumstances would indicate that you should have it done?

Here are some details on how to know if video drain inspection is just the thing your plumbing needs.

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Easy-to-Miss Signs of a Duct Leak

Monday, May 8th, 2023

In the 1970s, new homes started to be routinely built with ductwork for the new central air conditioning systems. Those ducts are also often how heat is conducted through homes. This is a great system that continues to be the standard for most new construction.

However, even the best systems occasionally have problems. The main issue that ducts face is leaking: deterioration from age, or damage caused by anything from rodents to remodeling. With ductwork generally sealed away out of sight, how can you tell if there’s a leak? Here are some telltale signs to keep an eye out for. 

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