A CCTV drain survey is a camera inspection of your drainage pipework, carried out from the inside. A high-resolution camera is fed through an access point, such as a manhole or inspection chamber, and transmits live footage as it travels through the drain. This allows our engineers to see exactly what’s happening inside the pipes without any excavation. You’ll receive a written report with findings, images, and practical recommendations based on what the survey reveals.
Why choose us for CCTV drain surveys in London?
A drainage problem is rarely just what it looks like on the surface. Slow drains, recurring blockages, and persistent odours usually point to something happening further inside the pipework, and guessing rarely ends well.
Our CCTV drain surveys give you a clear picture of exactly what’s going on, backed by video footage, images, and a written report you can actually use. Whether you need evidence for a property purchase, a build-over requirement, or you simply want to understand why a blockage keeps coming back, we’ll give you the diagnosis and the options, not just a quick fix.
We’re fully certified drainage surveyors operating across London and the Home Counties, 24 hours a day. Every survey comes with a detailed written report, recommendations, and media evidence you can share with insurers, solicitors, building control, or a landlord.
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How does a CCTV drain survey work?
We insert a high-resolution camera into the drain via an access point, with no digging and no disruption to your property. The camera travels through the pipework and transmits live footage, which our engineers review in real time to identify any defects, blockages, root ingress, cracks, displaced joints, or structural issues.
Once the survey is complete, you’ll receive a full written report detailing what we found, what it means, and the most practical next steps. Where a repair is needed, we’ll explain your options clearly, including whether a no-dig lining or patch repair is suitable, along with honest guidance on what will affect the cost.
The whole process is non-invasive and, in most cases, completed in a single visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a CCTV drain survey take?
Most standard residential CCTV drain surveys are completed within one to two hours. Larger properties, multiple drain runs, or more complex systems, such as commercial sites or drainage mapping surveys, will naturally take longer. We’ll give you a clear indication of what to expect when you book, so there are no surprises on the day.
What type of issues can a CCTV Drainage Survey find?
A CCTV survey can identify a wide range of defects that wouldn’t be visible any other way. These include root ingress, cracked or collapsed pipes, displaced or open joints, blockages caused by build-up or debris, corrosion, leaking connections, and poorly laid pipework with inadequate fall. It can also confirm whether a drain is structurally sound, which is useful when buying a property, planning building works, or investigating a recurring problem that a straightforward unblock hasn’t resolved.
How much does a CCTV drain survey cost?
The cost depends on a few factors, primarily the size of the property, the number of drain runs to be inspected, and the level of reporting required. A standard single-line survey for a residential property typically falls within the range of £250 to £650. Larger sites, drainage mapping, or surveys requiring stakeholder-ready reports will sit towards the higher end or beyond. We’ll always give you a clear quote before we start, along with a straightforward explanation of what’s included and what could affect the final cost.