How to Read a Drain Camera Report: What the Codes

Drain camera reports translate what a technician sees inside your pipes into a structured document. While every provider formats reports differently, most include consistent elements: footage/location data, a condition/defect coding system, and an assessment of what needs repair.

If you’ve ever received a report with unfamiliar terms like “CCTV grade,” “blockage,” or a string of numbers/abbreviations, this guide will help you interpret the codes and connect them to the right repair options.