Drainage can be difficult to explore and fix when something goes wrong because so much of it is hidden away and simply hard to get at. Drainage is not complicated in principle, but accessing drains can be very complicated indeed.
The best view
A CCTV drain survey can be an excellent way of getting a decent look at what is going on inside those pipes. A drainage camera can get into the depths of the pipes to provide a thorough look at the interior and see if there are blockages, leaks or any other kind of drainage problem. Pipes can be afflicted by a number of issues, including fractures and cracks, so if drainage is underperforming or you are simply considering purchasing a property, it’s a great idea to find out what is happening with the drainage network.
A drainage survey of this type will be carried out by experienced engineers who make use of sophisticated technology. As with many things, there is an element of getting what you pay for, so a simple survey might cost as little as £90 for a look at the basics. However, if the drainage system is complex and there are issues that need to be explored in some detail, then the cost could go up to £550 for an extensive survey of the drainage on a property of some size. This expenditure needs to be weighed up against the cost of repairs, especially if you are purchasing the property.
Investigate before you buy
Boris Johnson recently agreed to pay £4 million for an historic property, according to this report in The Guardian. It’s alleged the property has both a moat and a spring, so he may be advised to have the drainage thoroughly checked!
If you’re looking for CCTV drain surveys Slough or elsewhere then it would probably be wise to check with a specialist such as drainpower.co.uk/drainage-services/cctv-drain-surveys/cctv-drain-surveys-slough/. There are numerous firms providing a comprehensive range of CCTV drain surveys in Slough and across the UK.
A CCTV drainage survey is an effective way to get a view of the health of the drains in a property. The survey you get depends on the purpose, any existing issues and the scale of the system. If you are purchasing a property, knowing whether you will face large bills for repairing pipes could be invaluable in negotiating with the vendor.