Can I use this report for an insurance claim?

Yes — the WinCan-format report and footage are accepted by most UK insurers as supporting evidence, though it's worth confirming your specific insurer's requirements first.

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CCTV Drain Survey

Colour CCTV drain inspection with a full written report — for buyers doing pre-purchase due diligence, homeowners diagnosing a recurring issue, or insurers needing evidence of pipe condition.

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Trusted by homeowners and businesses across the South

Rapid response

24/7 dispatch across Dorset, Hampshire, Wiltshire, Somerset, Surrey and Devon.

Specialist engineers

One trained team from diagnosis to sign-off — no subcontracting.

Written quotes

Fixed prices agreed in writing before any work begins.

CCTV Drain Survey across Dorset, Hampshire, Devon & the South.

Colour CCTV inspection with WinCan-format reports for buyers, insurers and homeowners. A specialist team of drainage engineers based in Bournemouth, covering Dorset, Hampshire, Wiltshire, Somerset, Surrey and Devon — from first callout to written sign-off.

What's included

What's included.

A CCTV drain survey runs a colour camera the full length of the drainage line, recording continuously and noting the exact location of any defect against manhole reference points. You receive a WinCan-format written report with the footage, a classification of any defects found — root ingress, cracking, displacement or collapse — and clear recommendations, along with a repair cost estimate where relevant. Where possible, we supply the digital footage and report the same day, so there's no lengthy wait if you're working to a property transaction deadline.

Signs you need this

Who needs a CCTV drain survey.

CCTV surveys are most commonly requested by property buyers wanting drainage condition confirmed before exchange, particularly on older properties or where a seller's information form has flagged previous drainage issues. Homeowners dealing with a recurring blockage that has no obvious external cause also benefit, since a survey identifies the actual defect rather than treating the symptom repeatedly. Insurers frequently require CCTV evidence to support a drainage-related claim, and anyone planning an extension or new driveway near an existing drainage run should confirm its condition and route before work begins, to avoid costly surprises during construction.

How it works

Everything you need to know about cctv drain survey.

1. Access

The engineer accesses the drainage run via existing manholes or rodding points, so no excavation is needed for the survey itself.

2. Full-length inspection

The camera runs the complete length of the pipe, recording continuously and logging any defects against precise manhole reference points.

3. Written report

You receive a report with footage, defect classification, and — if repair work is needed — a clear recommended next step rather than a bare list of faults.

Book your cctv drain survey quote today — free, no obligation.

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Five-star reviews across the South.

"Called at 11pm with a flooded downstairs. Engineer was there within the hour, cleared it and CCTV'd the run before leaving. Fixed price, no surprises."

— SarahEmergency Drain Unblocking

"Had a CCTV survey done before buying. Report was thorough, well presented, and picked up a fractured section our surveyor missed. Genuinely useful."

— MichaelCCTV Drain Survey

"Full drain reline under the driveway — no excavation needed. Team explained the process clearly and finished in a day."

— PriyaDrain Relining

FAQ

Answers before you call.

Not legally required, but strongly recommended for older properties or wherever the seller's information form flags previous drainage issues — a small cost against the risk of an undisclosed collapsed run.

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