CCTV Drain Surveys in London
See exactly what is happening inside your drains
A CCTV drain survey in London shows you the condition of your drains without anyone picking up a spade. We feed a waterproof camera through the pipes, record what it finds and give you a written drain report with clear recommendations. It is the quickest way to find root ingress, cracked joints, a collapsed drain or a leak in the drain and sewer run. Surveys are part of our wider drainage services, and if the camera finds a problem we can carry out the drain repairs too.
What our CCTV drain surveys cover
PRE-PURCHASE SURVEYS
Buying a house or flat? A homebuyer drain survey tells you what condition the drains are in before you exchange, so you are not left with an expensive repair once you have the keys.
DRAIN CAMERA INSPECTIONS
- Internal and external drain runs
- Manholes, gullies and soil stacks
- Locating pipes and hidden junctions
- Recorded footage you can keep
DRAIN & SEWER LEAKS
- Tracing leaks from cracked pipes
- Checking for open or displaced joints
- Finding the cause of damp and smells
- Water testing of drain runs
WRITTEN DRAIN REPORTS
- Findings set out section by section
- Photos of each defect found
- Repair options in plain English
- Free fixed-price quote for repairs
What happens during a CCTV drain survey
- Access: We lift the manhole cover or use an existing access point. If the drain is blocked, we clear it first so the camera can get through.
- Camera inspection: A waterproof camera on a flexible rod travels along the pipe while our engineer watches the live picture, noting cracks, roots, displaced joints and fat build-up.
- Drain report: You get a written report showing each defect and where it is, with our recommendation, from no work needed to relining or excavation.
Who needs a drain survey?
Homebuyers book a pre-purchase drain survey to check older properties, especially Victorian terraces where clay pipes and tree roots often cause trouble. Landlords and managing agents use surveys to settle the cause of repeat blockages, and homeowners book one when a drain keeps smelling or backing up after it has been cleared. If your drain is blocked right now, start with our drain clearance team and we can survey it once it is flowing again.
Areas we cover
From busy city hubs to peaceful suburban neighborhoods, we’ve got London covered. Our expert property maintenance services ensure your home or business stays in top condition, no matter where you are in Greater London.
Why choose Jennings?
- Clear, competitive pricing
- No call-out fee, free fixed-price quotes
- Qualified, experienced engineers
- Tidy, honest and reliable
- Work guaranteed for up to 18 months
- Covering homes and businesses across London
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