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Do you need a drain survey at a domestic or commercial property in London?

If you are buying a property anywhere in London, building an extension to your London home or have ongoing problems with your drains, it is a really good idea to get a professional cctv drain survey carried out by a reputable drainage company.

CCTV drain surveys, whether they are for residential or commercial London clients, are an excellent way to accurately identify the causes for any drainage problems.

If you are not sure which London drainage company to choose to carry out a cctv drain survey at your property, please take a look at our checkatrade reviews.

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Our drain cameras can identify structural issues such as collapsed drains, root ingress, pipe scale, cracked drains, incorrect installation and displaced joints.

For a FREE quote or expert advice on choosing the right cctv drain survey for a London property, please call 020 8168 9981 or email info@draindetectives.co.uk.

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Why might someone in London need a cctv drainage survey?

Buying a new home

A pre-purchase cctv drain survey is one of the most important things a London homebuyer should consider doing before buying their new home.

Building an extension

A sonde & trace cctv drain survey will show the location, depth and condition of the drains running under or close to any proposed building work.

Problems with rats

Rats can squeeze through a hole the size of a 50p piece. A cctv drain survey can identify any cracks and defects that are giving access to rodents.

Surface flooding

A cctv drain survey can identify the underlying causes for surface water flooding into your London property and suggest potential remedial works.

Subsidence

Leaking or broken drains can cause subsidence. A cctv drainage survey can identify any defects in the pipework that might cause structural problems.

Persistent problems

If your drains keep reblocking or those horrible drain smells don't go away, it might be time for a cctv drain survey to find the underlying cause..

Pre-purchase drain surveys for London homebuyers

CCTV drain surveys are one of the most important things for a homebuyer to do before buying a new home.

Unfortunately, some London homebuyers only find out their drains have defects once they have moved in. Then their drains block, a drain company checks the drains with a camera and finds some costly defects.

A pre-purchase drain survey can spot any potential problems before they appear, giving the buyer (armed with a formal drain survey report and quote for remedial works), the opportunity to negotiate with the vendor.

To book your homebuyer drain survey, please call 020 8168 9981 or email our London office.

Pre-purchase cctv drain survey for homebuyers in London

Do you need a build over drain survey in London?

If you are building a conservatory or any other extension to your home, the local water authority, Thames Water, will need to know where the drains are, to ensure access to any shared drains is not restricted.

Thames Water will be able to provide plans showing where the main sewers run. However, they will need to know the location, condition, depth and size of all drainage within 3m of the proposed extension.

A build over drain survey will give you all the information you need

Call our London office today on 020 8168 9981 or email info@draindetectives.co.uk for a quote.

What areas of London can our engineers come out to carry out cctv drainage surveys?

Our drain engineers carry out cctv drain surveys, drain inspections, homebuyer surveys and build over drain surveys in:

SOUTH LONDON including Abbey Wood, Beckenham, Bermondsey, Bexley, Bexleyheath, Biggin Hill, Brixton, Bromley, Camberwell, Carshalton, Chessington, Chislehurst, Clapham, Croydon, Crystal Palace, Deptford, Dulwich, Eltham, Forest Hill, Greenwich, Herne Hill, Kingston, Lewisham, Mitcham, New Malden, Orpington, Peckham, Penge, Purley, Putney, Richmond, Sidcup, Streatham, Surbiton, Sutton, Sydenham, Thamesmead, Tooting, Wandsworth, Welling, Wimbledon and Woolwich.

NORTH LONDON including Barking, Barnet, Bethnal Green, Camden, Canary Wharf, Chelsea, Chiswick, Cricklewood, Dagenham, Ealing, Enfield, Finchley, Finsbury Park, Fulham, Hackney, Hammersmith, Hampstead, Harrow, Holborn, Hornchurch, Hounslow, Ilford, Isle of Dogs, Islington, Kensington, Marylebone, Mayfair, Muswell Hill, Notting Hill, Paddington, Pinner, Romford, Ruislip, Shoreditch, Southall, Shoreditch, Stratford, Twickenham, Uxbridge, Walthamstow, Wembley and Wood Green.

What does it cost for a cctv drain survey in London?

£325.00 plus vat
This is the starting price for carrying out a cctv drain survey (up to 3 manholes) with a full report at a domestic property in the South London area.
Prices are higher for sonde & trace surveys, evenings, weekends and for North or Central London. Extra charges apply if jetting is needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a CCTV drain survey?

A CCTV drain survey involves inserting a specialist camera into your drainage system to inspect the condition of the pipes. It allows engineers to identify issues such as cracks, blockages, root ingress & collapsed drains.

When do I need a drain survey?

You may need a drain survey if you are buying a property, building an extension, or experiencing ongoing drainage problems. CCTV surveys are also recommended if you have recurring blockages or bad smells.

How much does a CCTV drain survey cost in London?

CCTV drain surveys in London typically start from around £325 plus vat for a domestic property, depending on the size of the system and access to the drains. Additional costs may apply if jetting is required.

What problems can a drain survey find?

A drain survey can identify issues such as cracked or broken pipes, root intrusion, blockages, displaced joints and collapsed drains. It is one of the most effective ways to diagnose the exact cause of drainage problems.

Do I need a drain survey when buying a house?

Yes, a drain survey is highly recommended when buying a property, as it can reveal hidden drainage issues that are not visible during a home survey. This can help you avoid unexpected repair costs after moving in.

Why use Drain Detectives to do your drain survey in London?

Free Expert Advice

Not sure where to start? Call our London office and an experienced member of our cctv survey team will advise you on choosing the right cctv drain survey for your property.

Checkatrade approved

We are proud to be members of checkatrade. We ask our cctv survey customers in London to leave a review of the survey report and any communication with our cctv survey team.

Competitive prices

Drain Detectives offer clear pricing for cctv drain surveys, with the cost based on the number of manholes surveyed. Beware, not all survey reports are of the same quality.

What if you don't need the full drain survey report?

We do offer a "quick look" drain survey, often referred to as a drain inspection, to locate and diagnose a specific problem within a drain.

The engineer can show you the footage on site and highlight any issues as he does the survey.

This is cheaper and quicker for those who do not require the footage or a full written report, however, will not be adequate for insurance purposes.

Prices for a "quick look" drain survey at a domestic property in South London start from £125 plus vat.

Could a drainage survey help solve your rat problem?

Over 90% of rat problems within homes in London are because of faulty and defective drainage systems.

So if you are hearing rat noises in your ceilings, walls and under the floor and the normal rat control methods aren't working, your next step is to check if rats are entering your property via defects wihin the the drains.

Rats can enter your home through displaced drains, broken or cracked pipes and redundant drains.

Our engineers in London use the latest drain survey equipment, to identify any faults and defects, however small, that would allow rats to escape from the sewers and into your property.

Our drain survey report will list the defects, with recommendations and costings for all drain repairs.

To book your homebuyer drain survey, please call 020 8168 9981 or email our London office.

A cctv drain survey can help you with rats in your London property
If you are looking for a professional drainage company in London, to clear a blocked drain, you have come to the right place. Call our friendly office on 020 8168 9981 today for expert advice and a FREE no-obligation quote!