CCTV PIPELINE INSPECTIONS
Maw Civil, trading as EA Watts Pty Ltd, provides specialist CCTV pipeline inspection services to assess the condition and integrity of drainage and sewer networks. Using advanced, high‑resolution camera systems, we deliver non‑invasive, accurate diagnostics to identify blockages, leaks, structural defects and asset deterioration — enabling timely, cost‑effective repair and maintenance decisions.
What we inspect
- Stormwater drains and culverts
- Sewer mains and laterals
- Stormwater pits, junctions and connections
- Industrial and commercial drainage systems
- Pipework from small-diameter laterals to large trunk mains
Technology & capability
- High‑resolution pan/tilt/zoom CCTV cameras with live-feed and onboard recording
- Self‑propelled crawler cameras and push-rods for small diameter lines
- Sonde locating and on-ground position tracking for precise defect location
- Lateral connection sondes and winch systems for deep or long runs
- Integrated lighting, distance counters and defect tagging systems
- Confined-space and remote-access solutions for complex sites
Services provided
- Full-condition CCTV inspections with coded defect reporting
- Blockage detection and pre/post-cleaning verification
- Joint, crack and intrusion (roots, collapses) identification
- Pipe alignment, deformation and grade assessment
- Leak and infiltration investigations
- Smoke testing and dye tracing coordination (where required)
- Emergency response inspections and rapid triage reports
Inspection reporting
- Detailed inspection reports aligned to industry coding standards (e.g., MS‑AA/SNZ or equivalent)
- High‑definition video files, still images and distance-stamped defect logs
- GIS-compatible location data and PDF/Excel summaries for asset management systems
- Prioritised defect recommendations with repair options and estimated costs
Benefits
- Non-destructive assessment preserving existing infrastructure
- Faster, more accurate diagnosis to reduce downtime and repair costs
- Improved compliance and risk management for owners and operators
- Data-driven planning for maintenance programs and capital works
Quality, safety & compliance
- Inspections carried out by trained operators with confined-space and safety certifications
- Plant and electrical testing, traffic management and site-specific safety plans where required
- Reporting and methods compliant with local authority and industry standards
How it works
- Scope & scheduling — define pipes, access points and client objectives.
- Pre-inspection setup — access, traffic control and utility clearances.
- CCTV run — capture continuous video with live commentary and defect tagging.
- Analysis & reporting — post-inspection review, coding and delivery of digital assets.
- Recommendations — maintenance actions, immediate repairs or further investigation.