Should I Get a Homebuyer’s Drain Survey?
It doesn’t matter whether it’s your first home or your forever home, purchasing a property is a big deal. There are many factors to consider when deciding if a house is right for you, but something that is often forgotten is your drainage system.
Every house is likely to experience a drain issue at one point or another, but knowing whether you are dealing with any costly problems from the start can help you to make a more informed decision.
Find out more about homebuyer’s drain surveys and their benefits.
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What is a homebuyer’s drain survey?
A homebuyer’s drain survey is a CCTV drain survey that occurs before the sale of a house to assess the state of the property’s drainage systems.. Your drainage engineer will give you a detailed overview of the property’s drains, including how well they are working, and whether there is any damage that may cause problems further down the line.
How does it work?
Once you book your drain survey, the engineer will use push rod camera equipment in your drains, identifying any hidden drain problems that you may not have known about previously. They will produce evidential reports with recorded images that you can refer back to when amending your purchase offer, or looking into repair costs.
During the drain survey, the engineer will be looking for
- Fractures
- Leaks
- Blockages
- Root intrusions
- General collapses
- Access points that have been built over
Should I get a drain survey before buying a house?
Yes! Getting a pre-purchase drain survey is a great idea.
Not only will it give you the peace of mind that you won’t need to fork out thousands in repairs once you have settled into your new home, but it can also give you leverage in negotiating your offer on the property.
Organising a homebuyer’s drain survey puts you in control of the sale, allowing you to plan for any issues before they occur.
The drain survey is completely tailored to your property, and your expert drainage engineer will give you advice based on the individual needs of your property and your budget.
Don’t be caught out by costly drainage problems in your new home – get in touch with us to book your homebuyer’s drain survey today.
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