Drain CCTV camera surveys work by running a camera down your drains to inspect the potential damage or blockage. Before investigating further, we have the right information to determine the best course of action and fix the issue as efficiently as possible. We use modern CCTV drain survey inspection technology to identify and locate drain blockages and damage as quickly as possible. The CCTV drain camera sends a live image to our screen which is inspected by our engineers. Our CCTV drain inspections will find out exactly where the issue is located. Providing a report on the issue, the cause of the issue, how it will be fixed, and how to avoid this in future.
The most common issues found within a CCTV drain survey include:
We use a range of different-sized CCTV drain survey inspection cameras. We regularly camera survey any size pipe from small residential drainage up to large industrial pipes around the UK.
Once your drain camera survey has been carried out by a fully qualified engineer, we then load the footage recorded onto a large screen in our Kent based office. We take plenty of time to inspect the recording of the pipework, identifying issues which are visible within the recording. We then go on to write up a full report, with screenshots of the areas of your drains which require further attention. In many cases, the drains simply require cleaning or descaling work in order to get them fully functioning. In less common cases, your drains may require a repair. No matter the issue, we are here to help with our comprehensive drain repair and maintenance service.
The completed survey and report will be sent to you with footage recorded along with recommendations for the works required. This will be followed by a breakdown quote for any works we deem essential to repair or maintain. It is then your decision whether you would like to complete the further works to maintain the drainage system. Or simply have the knowledge of where the issues lay and you can budget for the future.
Although there are several different types of drainage surveys, we will liaise with you to ensure we are completing the most task-specific and cost-effective drainage survey to resolve your issue efficiently. Below are the main types of CCTV drain surveys in Kent.
Many insurers will now only cover you for any drainage works required once a CCTV drain survey has been carried out. This is because most insurance companies need to see evidence of the problem before a claim can be processed. We also understand the strict criteria and specific details that insurance companies require within the CCTV survey and report. We work closely with many of the leading insurance companies across the South-East. That’s why you can trust Flush drainage to conduct a thorough, and precise CCTV survey which will accurately locate the issue, the cause of that issue and the extent of it.
Choosing Flush drainage to carry out your CCTV survey for your insurance claim will ensure the process is completed in a timely manner and all reports are with you within 1-2 days, allowing you to move on and be one step closer to a perfect drainage system.
In many cases, upon completing a CCTV drain survey we can conclude that the issue itself is outside the boundaries of your property, meaning you are not liable. We can use drain locating technology to prove that the issue is out of your boundary and therefore not your issue to resolve and instead will be reported to the local water authority.
CCTV drain surveys are becoming increasingly common among architects, surveyors, builders, and engineers. During many building projects, there are two separate phases of CCTV drain survey required. One before the building works take place and then an additional survey once the building works have been completed.
The initial survey is commonly referred to as a pre-conditional CCTV survey. This helps to identify where the current drainage system runs and identify the ownership of the system, whether that a local water company or a private organisation. The survey will also help to identify other important factors such as the depth of the drain, pipework material, shape and other factors which can have a significant impact on your build.
The next drain survey is often carried out once the building works have taken place and the new drainage system has been constructed, this is commonly referred to as the post-conditional survey. The main aim of this survey is to righty so, ensure that your new drainage system has been installed correctly and is fit for purpose.
When buying or selling a property, it is beneficial for the buyer/ vendor to complete a survey of the property. Looking into a variety of areas across the property, including structural integrity, environmental conditions and so on. One common area, which is regularly missed before buying a property is the completion of a CCTV drain survey.
Issues can lie within our drains, often without us knowing due to these areas being underground. Highlighting the importance of completing a pre-purchase CCTV drain survey. Which can not only make us aware of the potential drainage issues but will also allow you to adjust your renovation budget to factor in these costs before the purchase is complete.
Our drainage engineers will conduct a full report, along with recommendations and a quote for any necessary works required to the pipework. All of the footage taken, along with the quote and report will be forwarded to you within 1-2 working days, allowing you to be rest assured that there are no hidden issues lurking beneath the new property.
Prices vary for CCTV drain surveys, ranging from 10’s of pounds to 100’s of pounds. The main factors which will determine the price of your CCTV drain survey include the diameter of the pipework, length of the pipe as well as the type of property we are working on. Retrieve a free quote today from one of our qualified drain CCTV surveyors.
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