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The UK's specialist drain survey service
Specialist CCTV Drain Surveys & Drain Diagnostics
Professional drain inspections, recorded footage, detailed condition reports and expert diagnostics for homeowners, buyers, landlords, businesses and insurers.
HD inspection footageRecorded and reviewed
Professional reportsClear findings & recommendations
Independent insightEvidence before decisions
Survey equipment ready
Specialist serviceSurveys. Diagnostics. Reports.
Detailed condition reportsEvidence, grading and next steps
Fast appointmentsFlexible domestic and commercial visits
Drain tracing & mappingUnderstand the system beneath your site
Specialist survey services
Clear answers from inside your drains
Every service is built around inspection, evidence and accurate reporting — not guesswork and not generic drain unblocking.
CCTV Drain Surveys
Internal camera inspection of accessible drain runs to identify defects, restrictions, root ingress, displaced joints and structural concerns.
Arrange a surveyHomebuyer Drain Surveys
Pre-purchase evidence to help buyers understand the condition of underground drainage before committing to a property.
Learn moreDrain Condition Reports
Professional written findings with captured imagery, condition grading, defect locations and practical recommendations.
See what is includedDrain Diagnostics
Targeted investigation of recurring drainage symptoms, unexplained movement, odours, water ingress and suspected defects.
Explore diagnosticsCommercial Drain Surveys
Planned inspections for offices, retail, hospitality, industrial premises, managed sites and multi-unit developments.
Commercial surveysInsurance Investigations
Documented drain investigation to support property claims, identify causation and record the condition of affected runs.
Discuss an investigationPre-purchase Surveys
Specialist drainage due diligence for residential, commercial and investment property purchases.
Request a quotationDrain Mapping
Trace accessible routes, connections and inspection points to create a clearer understanding of your drainage layout.
View mapping serviceInspection standardCDE / SURVEY / 01
Camera distance18.6 M
Observed statusRECORDED
One specialist focusCCTV surveys, diagnostics and professional reporting
Why CCTV Drain Expert
Specialist inspection. Evidence-led answers.
We are positioned differently from a general drainage contractor. Our focus is understanding condition, locating problems and giving clients clear evidence they can act on.
- Purpose-built survey approachEvery visit is structured around inspection, recording and reporting.
- Clear, useful deliverablesPlain-English findings supported by footage, stills and technical observations.
- Domestic and commercial capabilityFrom a single homebuyer survey to planned multi-site inspection programmes.
- Built for informed decisionsUnderstand the evidence before purchasing, repairing, claiming or investing.
Who we help
Surveys for property decisions, investigations and planned maintenance
Our service is designed for anyone who needs a reliable view of underground drain condition.
Homeowners
Investigate recurring issues, understand older pipework and plan repairs with evidence.
Homebuyers & sellers
Reduce uncertainty before exchange or provide reassurance when marketing a property.
Landlords & agents
Document condition, investigate tenant-reported issues and support managed maintenance.
Developers & builders
Trace systems, inspect existing runs and reduce risk before alteration or development.
Insurers & loss teams
Capture evidence, identify likely causation and support claim assessment.
Commercial sites
Plan inspections across offices, hospitality, retail, industrial and managed estates.
The survey process
From enquiry to clear report
A structured, straightforward service designed to get you useful answers quickly.
Tell us what you need
Share the property type, reason for the survey and any known symptoms or access details.
On-site inspection
Accessible drain runs are surveyed using professional CCTV inspection equipment.
Footage reviewed
Observations, defects, distances and relevant condition details are recorded and assessed.
Report delivered
Receive a professional summary with supporting evidence and recommended next steps.
Professional reporting
More than camera footage — a report you can use
The finished report turns technical observations into a clear overview of the system, its condition and any action that should be considered.
Survey scope & access pointsWhat was inspected and from where.
Recorded findingsDefects, restrictions and notable observations.
Captured imageryRelevant stills from the inspection footage.
Distance & location notesHelp identify where an issue was observed.
Condition summaryA concise view of the surveyed runs.
Recommended next stepsPractical guidance based on the evidence.
Homebuyer drain surveys
Know what is below the property before you buy it
Standard property surveys rarely reveal the condition inside underground drainage. A specialist CCTV survey can identify hidden defects before exchange and provide valuable evidence for informed negotiation.
- Identify cracking, displacement and root ingress
- Check accessible runs before legal completion
- Understand likely repair priorities and risk
- Receive a professional record of findings
Access 01
Run 12.8m
Pre-purchase insightEvidence before exchange
Planned survey programmeMulti-run • Multi-site • Reported
Commercial drain surveys
Technical drainage insight for commercial property
Support planned maintenance, acquisition, asset management and fault investigation with documented CCTV inspection.
Planned condition surveys
Build a clearer picture of drainage condition across managed premises.
Acquisition due diligence
Investigate underground drainage before buying or leasing commercial space.
Targeted diagnostics
Investigate recurring issues without relying on assumptions.
Portfolio consistency
Use a repeatable survey and reporting format across multiple locations.
Diagnostics & drain mapping
Understand the route, condition and likely source of a problem
CCTV inspection can be combined with tracing and mapping to build a more complete picture of the drainage system beneath a property or site.
Recurring drainage symptomsInvestigate repeat issues and unexplained performance changes.
Unknown drain routesTrace accessible runs, branches, chambers and likely connections.
Suspected structural defectsRecord evidence of displacement, cracking, roots or deterioration.
Repair planningUse findings and locations to support targeted remedial decisions.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about CCTV drain surveys
Need to discuss a property, purchase or drainage concern? Speak directly with the survey team.
Call 01202 287523A CCTV survey provides internal footage of accessible drain runs. It can reveal issues such as displaced joints, cracks, root ingress, scale, restrictions, deformation and other visible defects.
It is not always a legal requirement, but it can be valuable due diligence. Underground drains are often outside the scope of a standard building survey, and hidden defects can be costly after completion.
The proposed report format includes the survey scope, access points, observations, relevant images, distances or location notes, a condition summary and practical recommendations.
Yes. The service is intended to support single commercial premises, managed sites and future multi-location survey programmes with a consistent inspection and reporting approach.
Accessible routes and inspection points can be traced and recorded where the site conditions allow. The exact scope can be agreed before attendance.
Turnaround will depend on the size and complexity of the survey. Expected report timing will be confirmed when the booking is arranged.
Book a survey
Speak directly with the CCTV drain survey team
Call or email to discuss the property, the reason for the inspection and the survey service you require.
Call the survey experts01202 287523
Email your enquiryhello@cctvdrainexpert.co.uk
Proposed office hoursMonday–Saturday, 8am–6pm
Your enquiry is handled professionally.No obligation, no pressure and no generic sales calls.