Need a CCTV drain survey in London?
Happy Drains London uses the best practice and best in industry CCTV drain survey equipment with expert drainage technicians. Our trusted homebuyer drainage surveys and build over investigations are right for you. With fact-based technical reports that you can professionally and expertly depend on.
Perfect for householders or site work, our CCTV drain surveys include:
- Video footage
- PDF technical reports
- Annotated record drawings (nts) & costed recommendations
9.73 out of 10
Real customers tell real stories in London , that pushes us, and we let the reviews do the talking. Reviews by the thousands, clients are telling us how we do. We heed, and we deliver. Trust is what we have, and trust is what we strive to achieve in London, and customers are our priority.
London CCTV Drain Survey & Drainage Investigation
London CCTV Drain Surveys & Drainage Investigation throughout the city
We are the specialist London CCTV drain survey experts of choice. We have thousands of satisfied customers across the city you can see why we are the No.1 choice within the M25. Read our independent reviews and see what our customers think of us. We let our customers do the talking for us.
Our London CCTV drain surveys are easy to understand, complete and fully detailed with all the important and relevant information summarised and easy to understand. Our job is to find, locate and isolate any drainage problem anywhere in London and provide permanent cost-effective solutions and we are very good at what we do.
Reputation Matters for London CCTV drain surveys
We are proud to be London’s premier drain surveying company, the ‘Go-To’ when you need to know. We CCTV survey all drains from terraced houses through to major site works.
We have over two thousand independently verified reviews as a testament to our professionalism and great value.
By using the latest innovative, sophisticated and specialist drain surveying equipment, from portable push coiler systems with super bright lighting to self-propelled crawlers, we will quickly inspect your London drainage system & identify any problems. When you consider that over 70% of London’s drainage systems are 100 years old, drain surveys are a prudent consideration.
We will effectively deal with your requirement through to potential repairs that may be required.
So, if you are after great value, a speedy professional report and backed up by qualified experts, we welcome you, whether you're in North, South, East, West or central London and please read on.
Join our thousands of happy customers...
Drain clearance
"Call answered promptly, local engineer then responded within 5 minutes, scheduled a visit and arrived on time the following day. Problem quickly identified and resolved. Very efficient."
Unblock an outside pipe
"Unfortunately the pipe was blocked with concrete which appears to have happened when the garden fence was erected. However, the tradesman wrote the reason it was blocked on the invoice which helped when I contacted the tradesmen who erected the fence."
Blocked drain and toilet
"Really easy to organise and same day assistance. Very friendly, helpful people. Would definitely recommend and use them again!"
Fast response and effective work
"Called out Happy Drains for an urgent drain clearance. Arrived within 90 minutes and found and fixed the problem straight away. I would definitely recommend and use them again"
Call 020 7870 3205
or our office mobile
07788 254933
CCTV drain survey reports- faults and facts
Our reports simply detail the faults and facts as found, accurately.
Our knowledge base is huge, our experience is deep and our service is so friendly. Our technical surveys reflect the latest best practice and current industry standards. If you are on site our engineers will happily talk through their findings with you, to give you a clearer understanding.
Services for the London Home Buyer & Movers ‘Pre-purchase CCTV drain surveys’.
Buying a property anywhere within the M25 is a pretty big commitment, so why take a risk of inheriting an expensive London drainage problem!
Our fast, friendly and affordable London CCTV drain surveys are specifically designed to help to reduce the risk of inheriting a drainage problem during the process of buying a house.
We deliver complete fuss free technical reports for potential home movers that are easy to understand. So be it a structural problem with the drain, or perhaps to accurately trace an old drain or add a new drain, we provide the answers and best advice.
If you need the information fast we can share what we find via a live feed during the CCTV survey works.
A recent study by insurers suggested “20 to 30% of subsidence claims in London are directly linked and attributed to defective and leaking drainage and a consequence of which has eroded the soil below the foundations causing movement.”
The technical CCTV written reports that we provide are to WRc standards and will detail for your consideration what is needed to bring the drain up to standard and what you are are responsible for by precisely locating any problems.
CCTV Drain survey Pro buyers
- Attention London Industry Professionals
Regardless of your London site we work across various industries, from Hospitability to Hospitals and Construction to Retail - we do all types of drainage investigations across all service sectors. We know that 'pro buyers' demand high specification and low cost, at happy drains we deliver!
With Water Research Council reporting standards and technology to match the requirement, what are you waiting for? ...call us we are happy to help.
Rats, mice, rodent and vermin drain problems
Rats will use drains just like ‘Londoners use the Tube’ simply to travel from A to B to feed and nest and they love damaged or redundant drainage systems which can allow vermin to enter properties.
If you have a rodent/vermin infestation that your rodent/vermin contractor cannot control, this may be because of a drainage issue. We will find the defects and access points the rat may be using. We will offer you an appropriate solution be it drain repair or the installation of a WRc tested and certified 'Anti Vermin / Non-Return Valve'.
What do our Anti Vermin/Non-Return Drain Valves do?
- Stops rats and other vermin from entering homes. In effect by fitting a stainless-steel flap, that acts as a one way swinging door allowing waste out but nothing back in.
- The rubber seal prevents noxious fumes and smells from entering properties.
- The flap has an inbuilt stainless steel plate to stop rodents biting through, providing efficient pest control.
- The valve is completely re-usable during any drain cleaning and drain maintenance purposes fully removal and re-usable.
- Stops backflow of effluent from a blocked main sewer flooding into your property back through the drainage system.
- The clever design means the flow of waste is increased when passing through the valve; reducing blockages.
Building an extension?
- need a CCTV Drain Survey?
If you are doing building work over the top of or within 3 metres of a ‘Thames Water’ public sewer or drain you must ensure that no damage or restrictions are made to the ‘Thames Water’ drainage assets.
So, if Thames Water have asked you for a ‘build over’ survey because you are ‘building over or close to a public sewer’ our CCTV survey will provide all the answers and information you need.
High spec, great value London drainage repairs
Our innovation in drain repairs and communications help to keep cost down. Cost saving is what we strive to deliver to all our customers. Our knowledgeable and friendly team will answer all your drain related questions.
We are always happy to answer any questions you may have, so call us now.
Safe, clean and tidy London drainage services.
With services designed to meet your needs we will take care by working safely. Our teams are fully trained to ensure safety and reduce disturbance to you to a minimum.
Throughout any works in London, we work safely, efficiently, tidily and respectfully.
A few more excellent reviews to reassure you...
I had a blocked drain, Happy Drains came within 24hrs and sorted the issue within 15 mins!
"Excellent service! We had blocked drain build up over a few weeks. Happy Drains came within 24hrs and sorted the issue within 15 or so minutes! The engineer was very pleasant and incredibly professional. I would certainly recommend this company and I will use again if required."
Highly recommended
"Came out the same day. Charged a good price and cleared the drain very quickly."
Unblocking outside drain
"Very speedy response and call out. Arrived promptly, with updates on arrival time. Polite and friendly, putting the 'happy' in Happy drains! Identified and fixed the problem, tested and cleared up and gave some useful advice for regular maintenance and long term plans. Good work."
Drain unblocked quickly and efficiently!
"Happy Drains were great! Friendly on the phone, turned up on time and phoned ahead to let me know they were arriving. The plumber was lovely, got straight to the job, worked out what was going on, explained to me what the problem was and resolved it. Now a free-flowing drain again and I was delighted with the experience - thanks Happy Drains!"
Blocked drain
"We rang Happy Drains and were told someone would come round the next day and he arrived promptly at 8.30. He got straight to work and the drain was cleared. He cleared away all debris and swept and washed the patio where it affected. Excellent service and friendly staff."
Blocked drain
"We had a drain which had got progressively blocked over a week, with a complete blockage over the weekend. Found Happy Drains via a Google search and on the Sunday morning, requested a booking for the Monday via their online form. Monday am I get a call from their office to book the job in, 30mins later they arrive and have the problem sorted and advise me how best to avoid the same problem in the future. Very good service, would recommend. "
Blocked sink
"Excellent service provided. Everyone was polite and helpful. Amazing company and will be using them again."
Outside drain clearing
"Calm her within an hour of my call. Polite and efficient from start to finish. Really happy. Thank you."
Cleared blocked drain
"Was on time - phoned when on the way - and did the job professionally "
Drain Blockage
"Very quick to respond to enquiry and came out same day to fix. Efficient and great service."
Blocked bathroom toilet
"They could not clear it initially so went outside and cleared the drain which they didn't need to (as that should be a Council responsibilty) - would recommend this company every time"
The main drain from bathroom blocked. Backed up to kitchen drain.
"This was my 87 yr old mother's house. We lifted the manhole cover thinking maybe we could unblock it, but it was full. So any water drainage was just overflowing. Euch!! A neighbour recommended Happy Drains. Phoned them about 9.30 Saturday morning. They were with her by 6. They kept in contact all day to let us know the expected arrival time. Super friendly, excellent communication, good price. Great service, especially for my elderly mum. Thankyou"
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Our London CCTV drain surveys can help fix a multitude of problems...
Longitudinal cracking in London drains
Failed or broken soakaways in London
Fractured drain in London
Overflowing or blocked London drain pipes
Problems with shared London drains
Blocked London toilets and blocked London showers
Bellied drain in London
Bellied pipework in London
Land drainage problems in London
Tree roots damaging drains in London
Water level problems in London
Ground movement causing London drain problems
Blocked or broken London drains
Ditch drainage problems in London
French drainage problems in London
Joint displacements in London pipes and drains
Bad smells in London
London pitch fibre pipework problems
Build-up of fat, grease, or detergent in London drains
Vehicle activity affecting drains in London
Clogged or broken pipes in London
Cracked or leaking London drains and pipes
Deformed pipework in London
Cutting out tree root mass from London drains
Concrete, cement or builders’ rubble in London drain
Overflowing or leaking London septic tanks & cesspits
Broken or blocked London sewers or sewage pipes
Collapsed drain in London
London CCTV-controlled cutting problem
For London CCTV drain surveys and inspections, we use selected local London professionals.
This ensures London drains are inspected and surveyed fast followed by a clear report that'll get your London drain repairs in progress.
Our London CCTV drain surveys, unblocks and repairs get great feedback...
Blocked Gully
"Great service from Happy Drains ! Unblocking our external gully, great response time when booking the job in, arrived exactly on time and carried out a thorough job. Would highly recommend and certainly use again."
Blocked drain outside the house
"We had had a blocked drain for a few days and the lovely chap came round and within minutes knew what the issue was and stuck a high pressured hose down and cleared it in minutes. Very polite, nothing too much trouble. Would not hesitate to recommend Happy Drains - very good value for money. Thank you Happy Drains"
Blocked Outside Drain
"Very friendly lads, got the job done super quick. Absolutely no complaints and would happily use again"
No fuss. On time. Job done.
"Very easy to organise the appointment to unblock a drain that we had tried and failed to clear ourselves. They were reasonably priced, stuck to their quote, the engineer was very personable, paid for their own parking and explained the issue! That's all I ask from a service company. Thank you Happy Drains."
Happy drains made a happy customer
"Had a blocked down pipe that was causing gutter water to back up. Called Happy Drains on Friday afternoon and they sent someone out on Monday morning. Called prior to arrival and once he arrived he explained what he was going to do and what issues may transpire. Worked quickly and the drain was cleared in no time. Will definitely use Happy drains again if I ever have a drain problem."
Unblock a loo
"Excellent friendly service, polite and courteous and fixed the issue quickly!!"
Flooded/partly blocked drain in kitchen.
"Phone was answered quickly when I rang up and explained the problem. I was called back pretty quickly with an estimated arrival time of between 11 and 3, in fact help arrived before 11. The problem was explained and assessed, and work began straight away. It took about 15 minutes or so and I was shown water draining from sink into manhole, blockage removed! Really quick, efficient job, I couldn't be happier."
Outside drain clearing
"Calm her within an hour of my call. Polite and efficient from start to finish. Really happy. Thank you."
Very efficient
"They contacted me the day prior and was able to issue me a quote. Very reasonably priced and efficient with scheduling me in so quickly. Would highly recommend and will be sharing contact details with the rest of the office if a blocked drain arises in another one of our HMO's"
Drain clearance
"I have used Happy Drains before, and again they provided an excellent service from the original phone call right up to the finished job. We were out when they arrived, and just got back after they finished, but after a mobile phone call they proceeded immediately. Everything was tidy, clean and in place on our return, so if you have a problem of this nature, I can honestly recommend Happy Drains 100%. Finally the cost of £114 was real value for money."
Drain blockage
"I contacted Happy Drains to arrange for my mother's drain to be unblocked. It is stressful being 200 miles from my elderly mother, who struggles to maintain her home. I am very grateful to Happy Drains for such a seamless service, as they sorted out the issue in no time and provided good advice on next steps to avoid a repeat of the problem."
Blocked outdoor drains.
"Checked all drains and cleared as discussed. Good communication all the way through and spoke us through it/ took pictures. Turned up on time as booked - good communication. Efficient service, reasonable price too. "
Unblocking Drain
"Contacted Happy Drains via email on Sunday due to a blockage. We received a response on Monday morning. All costs etc were made very clear. Richard from Happy Drains arrived within a couple of hours. He was extremely professional, courteous and respectful of our property when carrying out the work. Once finished he carefully explained what the issue was and remedial action needed. Very Happy and would we thoroughly recommend them. Thank you!"
Efficient and professional work
"We are very pleased with Happy Drain's work. They arrived on time. Identified problem and got to work straight away. The drain was unblocked within half an hour. Thank you. "
Blocked drain
"Happy Drains were great from the first phone call. On time, courteous, good job and reasonable price. Thoroughly recommend."
Unblock manhole and identify why we have an a going issue.
"Happy Drains arrived on time and in fact rang an hour ahead as they knew I had to come home from work. They were very clear, professional and courteous. The problem was not straight forward so they went over and above to resolve it."
Clear a blocked drain
"Wow what a great service! Messaged Happy drains at about 6pm, an engineer was round about 9.30am the following morning. He identified the problem quickly, cleared it out and implemented a solution to stop it happening again. Cost was very reasonable and as quoted. Very courteous and Knowledgeable engineer. Would 100% recommend Happy Drains."
Clearing blocked drains
"I called the company after a recommendation and a man arrived later the same day. He was friendly and professional, quickly set up the equipment and worked his magic with the two blocked drains. He offered advice on keeping the drains clear in future and made sure the area was clean and tidy before he left. I have no hesitation in recommending this firm."
Call 020 7870 3205
or our office mobile
07788 254933