Hippo Plumbing & Heating TSBC License: LGA 0209268
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See exactly what's happening inside your sewer line — no guesswork.
Coquitlam's mature tree canopy — beautiful as it is — is one of the leading causes of sewer line blockages in the city. Tree root intrusion into aging clay and ABS sewer lines is a problem we solve regularly throughout Coquitlam. Our camera inspection and hydro-flushing services diagnose and clear root blockages before they escalate to a sewer backup.
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Years Experience
Serving the Lower Mainland
License LGA 0209268
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A sewer camera inspection provides a clear, real-time view of the interior of your drain and sewer pipes — without the need for excavation or guesswork. Hippo Plumbing & Heating uses professional high-definition video inspection equipment to diagnose blockages, tree root intrusion, pipe cracks, offset joints, and other sewer line issues throughout Coquitlam and the Lower Mainland.
Whether you're investigating a recurring blockage, buying a home in Coquitlam and want a pre-purchase sewer inspection, or need to document a sewer line condition for an insurance claim or strata dispute, our camera inspection service provides clear visual evidence and an honest professional assessment. We can provide a recorded video of the inspection for your records.
Coquitlam's mature tree canopy — beautiful as it is — is one of the leading causes of sewer line blockages in the city. Tree root intrusion into aging clay and ABS sewer lines is a problem we solve regularly throughout Coquitlam. Our camera inspection and hydro-flushing services diagnose and clear root blockages before they escalate to a sewer backup.
The local details below come from the Coquitlam service-area profile and help place this drainage service in the context of the city’s homes and neighbourhoods.
Thousands of Coquitlam homes built before 1995 have polybutylene piping. These grey plastic pipes are prone to sudden failure and may affect your home insurance. We specialize in Poly-B assessment and full replacement throughout Coquitlam.
Coquitlam's mature neighbourhoods have well-established trees whose roots routinely find their way into aging sewer lines. Camera inspection confirms the cause; hydro-jetting removes the intrusion and restores full flow.
Westwood Plateau and other Coquitlam strata communities have shared boiler and hydronic heating systems. Our technicians service all makes and models found in Coquitlam's townhome market, coordinating with strata councils when needed.
Maillardville is one of Coquitlam's oldest neighbourhoods, with housing dating back to the early 1900s. Many homes here still have original or early galvanized water lines and cast-iron drain systems — we see pipe failures and discoloured water calls from Maillardville regularly. If your home was built before 1970, a pipe assessment is strongly recommended.
Burke Mountain is Coquitlam's fastest-growing area, with hundreds of new homes built since 2010. Plumbing issues here tend to be installation-related rather than age-related — fixture defects, pressure problems, and warranty repairs in newer builds. We work directly with homeowners and strata councils on new construction deficiency resolution.
Austin Heights homes are predominantly from the 1970s–1990s, placing them squarely in the Poly-B pipe era. We perform Poly-B assessments and full copper or PEX replacement throughout this neighbourhood — including the written confirmation letters most home insurers now require for coverage of Poly-B properties.
Modern, high-resolution sewer camera equipment
Precise problem location — minimizes unnecessary digging and excavation
Clear professional explanation of findings with video evidence
Pre-purchase sewer inspections available — welcome for home buyers
Documentation available for insurance, strata, or municipality submission
Every job is handled by TSBC-licensed technicians using quality materials and equipment.
High-definition camera inspection from your cleanout to the city connection — with precise distance and depth readings.
Precise locating of blockages — grease, roots, foreign objects — recorded with depth and distance from access point.
Identification of cracks, joint separations, bellying, root intrusion, scale buildup, and pipe collapse.
Tree root intrusion is the leading cause of sewer problems in older Coquitlam neighbourhoods — we map root points precisely.
Protect yourself before buying a Coquitlam home — a sewer inspection can reveal costly hidden problems before closing.
We provide a recorded video and written summary of inspection findings for insurance, strata, or personal records.
Thousands of Coquitlam homes built before 1995 have polybutylene piping. These grey plastic pipes are prone to sudden failure and may affect your home insurance. We specialize in Poly-B assessment and full replacement throughout Coquitlam.
Coquitlam's mature neighbourhoods have well-established trees whose roots routinely find their way into aging sewer lines. Camera inspection confirms the cause; hydro-jetting removes the intrusion and restores full flow.
Westwood Plateau and other Coquitlam strata communities have shared boiler and hydronic heating systems. Our technicians service all makes and models found in Coquitlam's townhome market, coordinating with strata councils when needed.
Camera Inspection of Sewer Lines Emergency in Coquitlam?
(604) 365-0812A licensed technician answers every call — 24 hours a day.
Call NowA sewer camera inspection in Coquitlam typically costs $250–$450 depending on the length of the line and accessibility. For pre-purchase inspections, this investment can save thousands by identifying problems before you close. Call (604) 365-0812 for current pricing.
Yes — especially for homes built before 1990. Older Coquitlam homes may have clay or cast-iron sewer lines that are prone to root intrusion, cracking, and joint failure. A pre-purchase sewer camera inspection can reveal these issues before you buy, giving you negotiating leverage or saving you from a costly surprise.
A sewer camera inspection can identify tree root intrusion, pipe cracks and fractures, offset or separated joints, grease or scale buildup, bellied pipes (low spots that collect debris), foreign object blockages, and overall pipe condition. It gives you a definitive picture of what's inside your sewer line.
Yes — we can provide a video recording of the sewer camera inspection for your records. This is valuable for home purchase documentation, insurance claims, strata disputes, or future reference when planning sewer repairs.
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