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[Home](/) 2. [Services](/services) 3. CCTV Drain Surveys JD Drainage Solutions # See Exactly What's Wrong With a Professional CCTV Drain Survey Stop guessing. Our HD camera inspections reveal the exact condition of your drains — cracks, blockages, root ingress, and structural defects — so you make informed decisions backed by evidence, not assumptions. [Get a Free Quote](/contact)[03303 330401](tel:03303330401) 5/5 from 60 reviews All work guaranteed Same-day response 25+ Years of Experience 60×5★ Google Reviews Yes HD Camera Inspections Included Full Written Reports Available Homebuyer Surveys ## What Is a CCTV Drain Survey? A CCTV drain survey involves inserting a specialist high-definition camera into your drainage system to inspect the internal condition of pipes, joints, and connections. The camera transmits live footage to a monitor, allowing our engineers to identify blockages, cracks, root ingress, displaced joints, corrosion, and structural collapse in real time. Surveys are used for diagnostics (finding the cause of drainage problems), pre-purchase inspections (assessing the drainage condition before buying a property), build-over surveys (required by water authorities before constructing over or near a drain), and planned maintenance (monitoring pipe condition over time). The footage is recorded and used to produce a detailed written report documenting the condition of each section, including measurements, defect classifications, and recommendations. For homebuyer surveys, this report forms part of your due diligence and can be used in price negotiations. CCTV surveys are non-invasive. No digging, no disruption, no damage to your property. The camera enters through existing access points — manholes, rodding eyes, or internal openings — and can inspect pipes from 50mm to 600mm in diameter. ## Why Guessing at Drain Problems Costs You More Without a CCTV survey, you are working blind. A slow-draining sink could be caused by a simple grease buildup, a collapsed pipe, tree root infiltration, or a displaced joint 20 metres from your property. Each cause requires a different solution at a vastly different cost. Homebuyers who skip a drainage survey before purchase inherit problems they cannot see. Collapsed drains under driveways, root-damaged pipes beneath gardens, and shared drainage defects can cost £5,000–£15,000 to repair. A £200–£350 survey before exchange gives you negotiating leverage or the chance to walk away. Developers and builders who proceed with construction near existing drains without a build-over survey risk prosecution by the water authority, mandatory demolition of the offending structure, and reinstatement of the drainage at their own cost. The survey costs a fraction of the potential consequences. Repeated [drain blockages](/services/blocked-drains) are a symptom, not a diagnosis. Clearing the same blockage every few months without understanding the underlying cause wastes money and delays the permanent fix. A CCTV survey reveals whether you need a simple cleaning schedule, a targeted repair, or a section replacement — and stops the cycle of reactive spending. ## How We Conduct a CCTV Drain Survey 1 ### Pre-Survey Consultation We discuss the reason for the survey — diagnostic, pre-purchase, or build-over — to determine the scope, access requirements, and reporting format you need. 2 ### Access & Preparation Our engineer locates and opens available access points. If drains are blocked or heavily silted, we clear them first to ensure the camera can travel the full length of each section. 3 ### Camera Inspection We insert the HD camera and systematically inspect each drain run, recording footage of pipe condition, joint integrity, gradients, connections, and any defects encountered. 4 ### Report Compilation We compile a detailed written report with annotated screenshots, defect descriptions, pipe measurements, and condition classifications. Homebuyer reports include a summary assessment suitable for solicitors and surveyors. 5 ### Recommendations & Next Steps We explain the findings in plain language, outline any remedial work required, provide cost estimates for repairs, and answer your questions. You receive the full report and footage electronically. ## Why Property Owners Trust Our CCTV Surveys ### Accurate Diagnosis HD footage reveals exactly what is happening inside your drains. No guesswork, no assumptions, no unnecessary work recommended without evidence. ### Detailed Written Reports Every survey produces a comprehensive report with annotated images, defect classifications, and clear recommendations — suitable for solicitors, insurers, and building control. ### Homebuyer Protection Our pre-purchase surveys have saved buyers thousands in hidden repair costs. Know exactly what you are buying before you commit. ### Build-Over Compliance We provide surveys that satisfy water authority requirements for building near or over existing drains, helping you avoid planning delays and enforcement action. ### Non-Invasive No digging, no disruption. The camera enters through existing access points and inspects your entire system without touching your property, garden, or driveway. ### Same-Day Availability For urgent diagnostics — ongoing flooding, pre-exchange deadlines, or insurance claims — we offer same-day survey availability where possible. ## CCTV Drain Surveys: Equipment, Standards & Technical Specifications We operate to the WRc Manual of Sewer Condition Classification (MSCC5) — the same UK-wide reporting standard used by Drain Doctor, Able Group, Dyno-Rod and every Lloyd's-approved drainage contractor. Every defect is logged with a WRc OS19X observation code, a structural grade (1–5) and a service grade (1–5) so that insurers, water authorities, mortgage lenders and building control all read the report in the same language. Equipment specification — push-rod systems: 1080p Full-HD colour cameras with self-levelling heads, 23-LED variable-intensity lighting, integrated 512 Hz sondes for above-ground locating, and on-screen footage counters accurate to ±0.1 m. Rods reach up to 60 m through pipes 50–225 mm in diameter and navigate 90° bends from 100 mm upward. Equipment specification — crawler systems: motorised tractor-mounted cameras with pan, tilt and 360° rotation, deployed in pipes 150–600 mm. The crawler carries calibrated laser profiling and inclinometer sensors that measure pipe ovality, deformation percentage and gradient (fall) to ±0.5°, giving evidence-grade data on subsidence and sag. Sonde and CAT4 locating: every survey includes above-ground tracing of the drain run using a Radiodetection RD8200 receiver against the in-pipe 512 Hz sonde. We mark the line and depth on your driveway, lawn or paving so that any future repair, [soakaway](/services/soakaways) connection or build-over agreement starts with an accurate plan — not guesswork. Deliverables: an MP4 video of every run, time-stamped JPEG screenshots of each defect, a WRc-coded written report, a hand-drawn or CAD site plan showing manholes and drain runs, and a plain-English summary aimed at homeowners and solicitors. Reports are issued by email within 24 hours of the survey, with same-day turnaround available on request for pre-exchange deadlines. Build-over compliance: surveys are produced to satisfy Wessex Water, Southern Water and Thames Water build-over and build-near agreement requirements. The report includes pipe material, internal diameter, depth to invert, condition grading and a recommendation on whether a concrete lintel, encasement or diversion is required. Common defects identified — fractured pipes (FC/FL codes), displaced joints (JDL/JDM), open joints (OJL/OJM), root ingress (R), encrustation and scale (DES), deformation in [pitch fibre](/services/pitch-fibre-repairs) (DEF), corrosion in cast iron (SCP), infiltration (I), and incorrect lateral connections (CXI). Each is graded for severity and matched to a recommended remedy ranging from patch lining to localised [excavation](/services/excavations-new-drains). Homebuyer surveys: in our experience approximately 40% of pre-purchase CCTV surveys on properties built before 1980 reveal defects that the standard RICS HomeBuyer Report did not identify. Findings frequently trigger a £1,500–£8,000 price renegotiation or — where collapse is imminent — a re-quoted offer or withdrawal. The £200–£350 survey fee is consistently the highest-ROI line item on the conveyancing budget. ## CCTV Survey vs Manual Drain Inspection Manual rod-and-mirror inspections still exist but cannot evidence what a court, insurer or mortgage lender needs to see. Here is how the two methods compare on what actually matters. Factor CCTV Drain Survey Manual Inspection Defect visibility HD footage of the full pipe interior, including under buildings Limited to what is visible at manholes and rodding eyes Evidence for insurance / mortgage WRc-coded report + video accepted by ABI insurers, lenders and water authorities Verbal opinion; rarely accepted as standalone evidence Locates defects to ±0.1 m Yes — footage counter and 512 Hz sonde No — best estimate only Identifies hidden issues (roots, fractures, sag, pitch fibre deformation) Yes Largely missed Typical cost (Bournemouth area) £150–£350 fixed price £60–£120 — but often leads to a CCTV survey anyway Suitable for homebuyer / pre-purchase use Yes — recommended by RICS surveyors No — not a recognised due-diligence product Time on site 1–2 hours including report prep 20–40 minutes Pricing reflects typical Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch jobs in 2026 — your fixed price is confirmed before we attend. ## CCTV Drain Survey Pricing — What Influences the Cost We quote a fixed price before attending, no call-out fee, and no hidden extras. Costs vary with the type of survey, number of drain runs, access conditions and reporting requirements. Survey type Typical Bournemouth price Turnaround Includes Diagnostic CCTV survey (recurring blockage or odour) £150 – £220 Same / next day HD footage + verbal findings + repair quote Pre-purchase / homebuyer CCTV survey £220 – £350 24–48 hours Full WRc report, MP4 video, site plan, solicitor-ready summary Build-over / build-near CCTV survey £275 – £395 48 hours Depth, material, gradient, condition, water-authority compliant report Commercial / multi-manhole survey From £395 By scope WRc report, drainage layout drawing, planned-maintenance recommendations Insurance-claim CCTV survey £200 – £325 Same day where possible WRc-coded report and footage formatted for ABI insurer submission Indicative prices for Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch and the wider BH postcode area, 2026. Distance, depth and access can adjust the fee — your quote is confirmed in writing before any work begins. ## Frequently Asked Questions How much does a CCTV drain survey cost? How is a CCTV survey priced compared to a manual inspection? How long does a CCTV drain survey take? Do I need a CCTV survey before buying a house? What is a build-over survey? Will the survey damage my drains? Do you provide the footage? Can you survey drains under a building? What areas do you cover for CCTV surveys? Local Service Pages ## CCTV Drain Surveys Near You Find dedicated cctv drain surveys information for your area, including local response times and pricing. 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