A CCTV Drainage Survey is a good way to investigate what is going on inside a building’s plumbing system. If any issues are suspected, this is an ideal service to see exactly what is happening within the pipes. So, what does it involve?
This inspection uses a CCTV camera on the end of a long wire to record the inside of the space. It is fed through the pipes, and equipped with bright LEDs to get a clear image. This method is a huge advancement to what would have been done years ago. If no other repair methods were working and something was still wrong with drains, they would have to be dug up and inspected up close. This involves manual, expensive labour. With a CCTV drainage survey, you don’t have to lift a shovel!
When Should I Get A CCTV Drainage Survey?
Unknown Issues
If your building is experiencing issues that can’t be resolved, a CCTV drainage survey is a good way to diagnose issues. As the camera travels through the system, our expert engineers will be able to spot any problems. For example, the bright lights will illuminate any holes or cracks in the pipes. It could also spot any rodents that may have infested the system. Tree roots are also prone to growing through pipes over time, and a camera will be able to detect this. If you suspect there are issues, make sure to get this service booked in.
New Homes
If you are about to buy a home, you’ll want to ensure that the drains and pipework are in working order. Sometimes issues are undetectable until it’s too late. It’s good to get a CCTV drainage survey during the inspection stage to negotiate any problems. If there are broken pipes, this may be an expensive fix for you when it should have been the responsibility of the previous owner.
Construction Work
If you’re having a new extension or any invasive construction work that involves adding or moving to the drainage system, a CCTV drainage survey can help. It can help map out the system to see where everything is and what condition it is in. This inspection can help diagnose issues so they are rectified before construction work goes ahead. If a new extension, for example, is fitted above pipes in poor condition, any problems could ruin the new building work.
Call Drains2Flow
If you believe your property may be experiencing issues with your drains, get in touch with us now. Our team of experts will explain any issues that are visible from the inspection and what the best course of action will be.