CCTV DRAIN SURVEYS

CCTV DRAIN SURVEYS

Discovering a problem with your drainage system, whether above or below ground, is never convenient. It always seems to happen at the worst possible moment, but that’s where a CCTV drain survey from Express Drainage Solutions can help.

A blocked drain or a suspected collapse can leave you worrying, out of pocket and unsure who to turn to. Since the hardest part is often just knowing what the cause of the problem is, we recommend a CCTV drain inspection.

Using the latest camera technology and equipment, our expert drainage engineers can see exactly what’s happening inside your pipework without any need for excavation. We produce a fully evidential report for each CCTV drain survey we carry out, along with recorded footage, images and – importantly – a quote for any maintenance or repair work required.

So, whether you’re looking for reassurance that your drains are in good working order or answers to a persistent problem at your property, our CCTV drain surveys provide the clarity you need to make an informed decision.

What is a CCTV drain survey?

A CCTV drain survey is the process of feeding waterproof, high-resolution cameras through your drainage system to inspect the full length of the pipework in real time. The footage is recorded during the process, allowing our engineers to identify defects, blockages and structural issues with pinpoint accuracy. This removes any guesswork and helps us to avoid unnecessary digging.

It’s a relatively quick, non-invasive way to establish the exact cause and extent of a drainage problem, or can simply help confirm that everything is running as it should, where it should.

When might you need a CCTV drain survey?

There are several scenarios where a CCTV drain survey is a really sensible first step:

• Recurring blockages that keep coming back despite you clearing them yourself
• Slow-draining sinks, toilets or gullies with no obvious cause
• Unpleasant odours coming from drains, suggesting a leak or damaged pipes
• Buying a new home and wanting peace of mind before completion
• Planning an extension or building work near or over an existing drain run
• General due diligence ahead of renovation or landscaping work

What our CCTV drain surveys detect

Because we use high-tech cameras, we can identify a wide range of issues, including:

• Structural damage, cracks and partial or complete collapses
• Root ingress and pipe scale build-up
• Incorrect or poor original installation at new builds
• Blockages and debris
• Displaced or leaking pipe joints
• Shared or unauthorised drain usage
• Leaks and emanating foul vapours

Where a CCTV drain inspection reveals a defect, here at Express Drainage Solutions we can liaise directly with you or your insurance company. We’ll provide a fixed quotation and the photographic evidence you need to support a claim if you choose to go down this route.