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See exactly what’s underground

CCTV Drain Survey —
know what’s wrong before you dig.

A camera survey shows exactly what is happening inside your drains — no guesswork, no unnecessary excavation. Get a free quote from a local surveyor today.

Written report with footage included
Suitable for conveyancing & insurance
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When to book

When do you need a CCTV survey?

01
Buying a property

A pre-purchase CCTV drain survey is the single most important survey most homebuyers skip. Drain defects are excluded from standard homebuyer reports — yet a collapsed drain can cost £5,000–£20,000 to fix. Survey before you exchange.

02
Recurring blockages

If your drain keeps blocking despite being cleared, there is an underlying problem — most likely root ingress, a partial collapse, or a belly in the pipe. A survey identifies the cause so it can be fixed permanently.

03
Subsidence or ground movement

Cracks in walls or uneven floors can be caused by a leaking drain saturating the ground beneath your foundations. A CCTV survey can confirm or rule out drainage as the cause before expensive structural work begins.

04
Before an extension or renovation

Planning to build an extension or dig up the garden? Knowing where your drains run and their condition beforehand prevents costly surprises mid-build and helps you plan access for heavy machinery.

Engineer operating CCTV drain camera equipment in a residential garden

What’s included in the survey?

Our network engineers use professional-grade CCTV camera systems to inspect every accessible drain run on your property. Every survey includes a written report and recorded footage.

  • Full inspection of all accessible drain runs
  • Written condition report with photographic evidence
  • Recorded video footage of the full survey
  • Identification of blockages, root ingress and structural defects
  • Recommendations for remedial work where required
  • Suitable for conveyancing, insurance and planning purposes
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Simple process

How it works

1
Enter your postcode

We check whether we have a qualified CCTV drain surveyor available in your area.

2
Receive a free quote

A surveyor calls you back within minutes with a fixed-price quote and available appointment times.

3
Get your report

The surveyor attends, conducts the full CCTV inspection, and provides your written report and footage.

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Common questions

CCTV survey FAQs

An engineer inserts a waterproof camera on a flexible rod into your drain. The camera transmits live footage to a monitor, allowing inspection of the full pipe for blockages, cracks, root ingress, misaligned joints and collapsed sections. You receive a written report with footage.
A residential survey typically costs between £100 and £300 depending on drain length and access. The engineer provides a fixed quote before starting. Using Blocked Drain Quotes to arrange your survey is completely free.
Yes — highly recommended. Drain defects are excluded from standard homebuyer surveys. A collapsed drain can cost £5,000–£20,000 to fix. A survey before exchange gives you negotiating power or the option to withdraw.
A standard residential survey usually takes 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on the number and length of drain runs. The engineer explains findings during the survey and provides a written report with footage shortly afterwards.
The engineer will explain the findings and recommend the appropriate remedy — jetting, relining, or excavation and repair. You receive a written report and are under no obligation to use the same engineer for remedial work.

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