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I finally used a camera inspection, and it cost me
Last week, I trusted a camera to scan a chimney. It missed a hidden crack, leading to a minor fire. Do others still think cameras are foolproof?
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phoenixscott6mo ago
Yeah that "foolproof" idea is rough. My buddy had a sewer line scoped, camera said it was clear. Two months later his basement flooded with backup. Turns out the camera just slid right past a partial collapse because the angle was wrong. He was so mad because he paid extra for the "high tech" check. Sometimes the old school guys poking around actually catch more. Tech is just a tool, it can mess up too.
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jenkins.viola6mo ago
Ugh, that's so frustrating... @phoenixscott, I feel for your buddy. Had a tenant once where the sewer scope came back clear, then a month later we had a huge backup from roots the camera totally missed. Paid for that 'peace of mind' and got none. Sometimes the guys with years of experience just know where to look better than any gadget. Tech isn't always the answer.
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