Forensic Drainage Inspections That Reveal What Others Miss
Independent, 360-degree video evaluations that uncover hidden defects, installation errors, and code violations.
Many Florida properties that believed their systems were “rehabilitated” are now failing Senate Bill 4D inspections. CTS provides forensic, standards-based inspections that reveal the truth about your system’s condition—helping boards, engineers, and attorneys make confident, code-aligned decisions.
Why Forensic Inspection Matters
Problem
Many properties that underwent CIPP lining assumed their systems were compliant—until they experienced failures. Hidden gaps, folds, and delaminations often go unnoticed until backups, leaks, or microbial growth appears.
Conflict
Typical contractor videos show only surface footage, missing critical defects. Without proper defect classification or code reference, boards are left with data that doesn’t tell them what’s wrong—or how to fix it.
Resolution
CTS provides neutral, forensic-grade inspections that document every inch of the system and classify every defect against ASTM and Florida Building Code standards. Our findings become the foundation for accurate reporting, engineering design, and warranty validation.
The first step toward real compliance
Forensic Inspections are the foundation of the CTS process. They capture the visual and technical evidence needed to evaluate code compliance and system integrity. From these findings come the next steps—Comprehensive Deficiency Reports and Engineer-Developed Remediation Plans—that complete the compliance journey.
Every inch, every defect, every documented fact
Principle
Comprehensive Visibility
Code-Based Evaluation
Evidence Integrity
Focus
360° HD cameras and controlled pathing document every section of your system.
Defects are classified using ASTM F1216 and F1743 standards.
Videos, stills, and annotations tied to timestamps and metadata.
Outcome
Full coverage that eliminates blind spots.
Reports that withstand engineer and AHJ review.
Reliable documentation that supports warranty or legal cases.
From footage to forensic-grade findings
System Mapping and Documentation
Identify vertical stacks, laterals, and cleanouts with labeled diagrams.
360° HD Capture
Continuous footage covering all accessible system sections.
Defect Classification
Structural, service, and infiltration issues categorized using ASTM terminology.
Risk and Priority Matrix
Severity-ranked findings to help boards budget and plan.
Engineer-Ready Summary Report
A concise, visual deliverable that translates technical data for easy presentation.
Evidence Archive
Organized footage and metadata for defensible documentation.
Clarity that builds trust
CTS inspections are independent, not contractor-produced sales materials.
We don’t sell repairs—our only objective is to document facts and compliance.
We rely exclusively on ASTM and Florida Building Code P3012 as our benchmarks.
Every inspection is stored and timestamped for third-party verification.
When documentation changed everything
High-Rise | Miami-Dade Count
CTS identified missing reinstatements and improper overlaps, supporting a successful warranty claim and compliant reline.
Coastal Condominium | Palm Beach County
Our inspection uncovered spin-cast coating used instead of a continuous liner. The findings were used in an SB 4D audit and corrective action plan.
Resort Property | Tampa Bay
CTS documented delaminated liner segments that caused repeated backups. The forensic report guided an engineer-stamped remediation plan.
Incomplete data leads to expensive rework
When inspections fail to capture or classify defects properly, buildings face repeated failures, water damage, and liability exposure. Non-compliant installations often cost four to six times more to correct than to do right the first time. CTS helps boards catch these issues early—protecting both property and budget.
Clear visuals, clear standards
Compliant Continuous Liner
Smooth surfaces, full adhesion, and clean reinstatements at every branch.
Non-Compliant Gapped Liner
Seams, ledges, and voids that cause buildup, infiltration, and future failure.
Common questions about forensic inspections
How is a forensic inspection different from a contractor video?
Contractor footage lacks structure and defect coding. CTS inspections provide ASTM-classified findings and actionable reporting.
Can you inspect newly lined systems?
Yes. We verify liner continuity, curing quality, and reinstatement accuracy before project acceptance.
What equipment do you use?
High-definition 360° cameras with calibrated path tracking and data-tagged metadata.
Who reviews the footage?
All inspections are reviewed by ASTM-trained QA analysts and engineers for consistency and accuracy.
Are your reports accepted by AHJs and SIRS?
Yes. Our reporting format meets documentation standards required for both state and local compliance.