Drain problems are easy to ignore until a blockage backs up, a smell won't shift, or a survey flags them when you are buying a house. A CCTV drain survey shows exactly what is going on underground, so the right repair is done rather than guessing. We connect homeowners and buyers across Deal, Dover, Sandwich and east Kent with an insured local drainage specialist.
Enquiries go to a selected local specialist who surveys the drains and gives you a clear quote. We are not a national firm — you deal with someone local who finds the real problem.
Why a camera survey
Guessing at a drain problem from the surface usually means repeat visits and repeat bills. A CCTV survey sends a camera through the drains and shows the exact issue and its location — a blockage, a cracked or collapsed pipe, tree-root intrusion or a displaced joint. That means the right repair the first time, and clear evidence of what is wrong and, on shared drains, who is responsible.
What we help with
- CCTV drain surveys — pinpointing blockages, damage and the cause of recurring problems
- Homebuyer drain surveys — a pre-purchase drainage report before you commit
- Drain repairs and unblocking — clearing blockages and repairing drains, including no-dig lining
Local knowledge
Deal and the east Kent coast have a mix of older Victorian and Georgian property with ageing clay drainage, and areas of chalk and shifting coastal ground that can crack and displace pipes. Tree roots and collapsed old drains are common here, which is why a camera survey is often the quickest way to get to the bottom of a recurring problem.
Our cctv drain surveys services
CCTV Drain Survey
A camera survey that pinpoints blockages, damage and the cause of recurring problems.
Homebuyer Drain Survey
A pre-purchase drainage survey and report before you commit to buying.
Drain Repairs & Unblocking
Clearing blockages and repairing damaged drains, including no-dig lining.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a CCTV drain survey cost in Deal?
A standard CCTV drain survey typically costs between £120 and £300 depending on the property and access, with a homebuyer report at the higher end. A blockage clearance is often separate. You get a clear price before any work.
Why would I need a drain survey?
Common reasons are recurring blockages, slow drains or bad smells, subsidence or damp that might be drain-related, and — very commonly — a pre-purchase check before buying a house, since drain repairs can be expensive.
What can a camera survey find?
A CCTV survey pinpoints blockages, cracked or collapsed pipes, root intrusion, displaced joints, and who is responsible for a shared drain. It shows the exact problem and location so the right repair is done.
Can problems be fixed without digging up the garden?
Often, yes. Many drain repairs are now done with no-dig methods — relining the pipe from inside — which avoids excavation. The survey shows whether that is possible.