Need a CCTV drain survey in Balham?
We are the trusted professionals in Balham for CCTV drain surveys. So if you're moving house or have an ongoing issue then having an expert Balham professional investigation carried out is the only way to produce a fact-based information report. Give us a call, and we are happy to answer your questions!
Perfect for householders or site work, our CCTV drain surveys include:
- Video footage
- PDF technical reports
- Annotated record drawings (nts) & costed recommendations




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Balham CCTV Drain Survey & Drainage Investigation
Greater London, SW12


We set the bar high as a team of expert Balham drainage specialists
Welcome to the Balham DrainChecker page, we specialise in Balham CCTV drain surveys, we hope to be of assistance, so please have a read or give us a call, we will happily answer any questions you may have.
We are widely known throughout Balham SW12 and Greater London for our excellent value CCTV drain survey services but you should be the judge of our service, please take time to look at our reviews!
For all types of drainage CCTV Investigations and solutions in Balham Greater London SW12. We are that team of experts that will treat you with honesty and courtesy.
We offer complete specialist CCTV Drain surveys in Balham and around Greater London. We are the clear first choice for drain surveys for Home Buyers and Pro Buyers in and around Balham.
For the best local unequaled drainage service and great prices at home or at work, call us!
Expect To Receive:
- Fast and friendly service
- Fully trained service technicians
- Quality workmanship guaranteed
- Industry standard reports
- Great Prices
We survey Balham drains, both ‘House Holder’ domestic surveys through to larger diameter sewer pipework for industrial usage.
With van controlled main line crawler CCTV equipment for larger systems up to 375mm dia and portable equipment that can be used for residential, we have it all covered.
Quality workmanship guaranteed, just check our reviews...

Kitchen drain unblocked
"Very prompt service, within an hour of my call. Reasonable price. Friendly service. Job done well, drain left flowing properly."
Drain clearance
"Excellent and friendly communication from the office and from the person going the job. Quick, courteous and got everything sorted for me. Couldn't ask for more really, just professional, competent and happy to help."
Blocked Soak Away
"Company was able to give me an appointment next morning. Engineer called to tell me his arrival time. Very courteous and polite. Quickly got on with the job. Explained what he would be doing. He used a high power jet washer and hosed down all the affected areas. Gave me advice on how to prevent a recurrence. He was then able to issue an on-line invoice for the fixed price I was quoted. Total time taken for the job was abot 45minutes. Very pleased with the service, price and quality of the work. I would highly reccommend."
Blocked drains
"Turned up on time. Go5 the job done very quickly and professionally. Would definitely use again if needed."
Balham SW12 emergency CCTV drain survey & drainage investigation. Fast service assured in Greater London. |

Call 020 8166 8630
or our office mobile
07788 254933
Site Managers and Balham Pro Buyers CCTV Surveys and Investigations
We know what our commercial customers need and want.
Our underground Balham drain diagnostics are carried out using both crawlers for large bore pipework and the latest hi spec ‘coiler rod’ drain inspection systems for smaller pipes.
The small bore system has up to 60m of electronic push cables that facilitate on-screen text with meterage for instant feedback. In cases that ‘large bore’ pipework for site work in Balham SW12 and Greater London area we use mainline crawlers that a controlled from a van based control systems. These can cope for up to 375 dia the larger and longer CCTV drain surveys.
Balham Drain locating & mapping
Lost your Balham drain... check your pockets... get out your wallet and buy this amazing service.
We can find and plot Balham drains and sewers by sending a high frequency signal emitting sonde into the drain to plot is course above ground using a depth locating receiver.
Our cameras identify all Balham drainage faults
The picture quality is exceptional and with industry standard software, our Balham drain survey reports can be customised to your needs in accordance with WRC guidelines.
The defects we find will include failed joints, root damage and poor installation, all typical. We believe in constant training and quality assurance to deliver the highest industry standards and best value in Balham and around Greater London.
Drain repairs at value prices for Balham properties
For guaranteed expert Balham drain repair services by expert teams using the highest quality products.
We deliver great value and innovation to keep repair cost to a minimum.
Home Buyers & Balham Home Mover Expert CCTV Drain Surveys
We are ready and waiting in and around Balham.
By utilising the best underground technology a camera allows us to conclude the pipe condition within your Balham drainage system.
A map of Balham drain system is then created with directions of flow, shared sections, locations of junctions, depths of pipe, this shows you how your Balham drainage system works. With over 25 years’ experience we have tailored Balham CCTV drain surveys, to tell you everything about the drains at your new Balham property in a comprehensive and easy to understand report.
Confucius he probably said:-
Balham house without a working drain is called a shed...
Don’t underestimate the importance of a working Balham drainage system and don’t inherit a dodgy set of pipes when you are buying your new Balham home.
DrainChecker Balham CCTV drain survey reports are great value because they do their jobs and can save you money, they will help you make the factual and informed decisions. With experience over decades in Balham and around Greater London our friendly and qualified technicians undertake all tasks using the latest equipment and the latest reporting tools.
Throughout Greater London and Balham it is always safety first, we take great care so will be in safe hands.
Safety first for Happy drainage customers...

Clearing drains from side of house
"Super quick and easy experience. Excellent customer service. Expert arrived on time, was very courteous, explained what was going on throughout and was extremely quick. Did an excellent job of blocking the external drain. Highly recommend!"
Clear blocked trap in drain and slow draining sink and shower
"On time, efficient and thorough assessment and ensured all aspects of the problem were resolved. "
Unblock outside drain
"We are very happy with the service from first phone call through to the fixing of the problem. Such friendly helpful and professional staff. I will retain the phone number if needed again and certainly will be recommending Happy Drains company. "
Blocked sink
"Excellent service and much better value than the larger firms. Staff were punctual, polite and professional. They made sure the job was successfully completed."

Blocked drain
"Amazing service. I couldn't recommend these guys highly enough. I don't have his name but the young man who came took well over 2 hours to fix our problem which had accumulated over 40 years. He kept everything tidy, was courteous and professional and just when I thought we were going to be left with a major problem his persistence & experience saved the day."
Outside drain blocked
"Fab service was unblocked within minutes and very friendly service highly recommend "
Quickest and easiest unblocking i've seen!
"After so many expensive quotes from other companies regarding a clogged drain outside our kitchen window - Happy Drains answered our questions on Checkatrade and gave us a set quote - After talking to them on the phone, the team were kind, honest and fully transparent about how the day would go - One of their team members (unfortunately didn't get his name) came over, took one look at the drain, unblocked it and was on his merry way! Will definitely be recommending this company to friends and family!! Thank you so much team! "
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In or near Balham, SW12, Greater London, the following drainage problems could benefit from a Balham CCTV drain survey...
Joint displacements in Balham pipes and drains
Ditch drainage problems in Greater London
Concrete, cement or builders’ rubble in Balham drain
Failed or broken soakaways in SW12
Build-up of fat, grease, or detergent in Balham drains
Ground movement causing Balham drain problems
Blocked or broken Balham drains
Problems with shared Balham drains
Bellied drain in Balham
Overflowing or blocked Balham drain pipes
Water level problems in SW12
Tree roots damaging drains in SW12
French drainage problems in SW12
Blocked Balham toilets and blocked Balham showers
Bellied pipework in Greater London
Collapsed drain in Greater London
Balham CCTV-controlled cutting problem
Fractured drain in Balham
Land drainage problems in Greater London
Longitudinal cracking in Balham drains
Vehicle activity affecting drains in Greater London
Clogged or broken pipes in Balham
Balham pitch fibre pipework problems
Overflowing or leaking Balham septic tanks & cesspits
Bad smells in Greater London
Cracked or leaking Balham drains and pipes
Deformed pipework in Greater London
Cutting out tree root mass from Balham drains
Broken or blocked Balham sewers or sewage pipes
We use selected local professionals in the Balham SW12 area.
This ensures a fast CCTV drain and sewer inspection & survey in Greater London.
Balham and Greater London drain services from a firm receiving great feedback...

unblocked drain on Driveway
"Really easy and quick to book. payment made online after the job completed. Turned up when they said, worked well and cleaned and tidied after."
Exterior Drain Unblocking
"Called Happy Drains and their guys came within a couple of hours. Excellent, friendly guys who sorted the problem, checked all was running well and cleared debris."
Blocked kitchen drain cleared
"A difficult, awkward blockage below ground level was cleared efficiently."
Call 020 8166 8630
or our office mobile
07788 254933