“Gen-Eye camera systems easily and accurately spot trouble in sewer lines – diapers, cell phones, toys – you name it,” James Capelli says. “But a boa constrictor tops them all!”
The snake somehow migrated to the women’s restroom of a commercial office building. “It kept poking its head up through toilets and scaring all the ladies!”
That’s when Capelli, then employed by a local plumber, rode to rescue with Gen-Eye® video inspection equipment.
He summarily spotted the reluctant reptile, and animal control extracted the scary serpent.
Crisis swiftly solved, thanks to General Pipe Cleaners’ pipe inspection camera system.
Track Record Of Trust & Performance
Fast-forward several years. Now, Capelli owns Capelli Plumbing in San Leandro, Calif.
“We handle lots of residential and light commercial work in the San Francisco area,” he says. “And I wanted a tough, compact video package to inspect the 1-1/2-inch to 4-inch lines of our apartment-maintenance customers.”
That’s why James Capelli chose the compact Gen-Eye POD pipe inspection camera from General Pipe Cleaners. “It’s a tiny little thing,” he chuckles. “You just grab it and go!”
But while Capelli built his business around General equipment, he, “carefully researched other camera systems,” before making the purchase. “I really did my homework before investing,” he adds.
The economical Gen-Eye POD integral video inspection system combines mini-color camera, reel and monitor into an easy to transport, all-in-one package.
The Gen-Eye MINI-POD carries 125 feet or 175 feet. of Gel-Rod and the color mini-camera is small enough to trouble shoot 2- to 4-inch conduits. “I know General says 2- to 4-inch, but I’ve used it in a wider range of lines!” he adds.
The full size Gen-Eye POD reel carries 200 feet of Gel-Rod® for 3- to 10-inch lines. Tough Gel-Rod protects against moisture damage. If cut or abraded, the gel in the rod automatically seals the break, preventing the wires from shorting-out and protecting your investment. Its Kevlar® braid, fiberglass core and durable sheath offer maximum pushing and pulling power.
Rugged Reliability
“It’s really rugged and reliable,” Capelli claims. “I use it at least two or three times a week.”
The Gen-Eye POD features a bright 7-inch LCD monitor on a gooseneck for easy viewing in all directions, all contained in a padded case with sunscreen. General’s compact package can be also operated vertically or horizontally.
Capelli really likes that combination of features. “In tight spots, I can easily adjust the monitor for others to see what I’m doing,” the California-based plumbing pro adds.
A “video out” connection permits recording to an external device. Optional Wi-Fi lets you send video to your smartphone or tablet to be recorded and sent to your customers. A 512 Hz transmitter is included for precise camera locating with General’s Hot-Spot® pipe locator.
Equipment Depth Enhances Professional Reputation
James Capelli really loves his Gen-Eye POD pipe inspection camera. “Without a doubt,” he adds, “General Pipe Cleaners produces the best cable drain cleaning equipment around.”
Bottom line?
“General drain cleaning and pipe inspection tools have always been reliable and exceeded expectations,” James Capelli concludes. “They’re the best out there!”
For more information, see the Gen-Eye POD pipe inspection camera here, call the Drain Brains® at General at 800-245-6200, or email [email protected]. You can watch a video on all our pipe inspection camera systems by following this link and locating the video in the 6th row. Enjoy!
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