Need a CCTV drain survey in Derby?
Pinpointing the drainage problem will pinpoint your spend. We'll help identify what the problem is and where it is, then you can then pinpoint your spend. As the leading CCTV drainage surveyors in Derby, our CCTV drain surveys give you the answers you need. Say goodbye to the guesswork and hello to the experts.
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
Positive or negative reviews help any responsible company to improve. The reviews form a critical mass and should inform you. Is it a good idea to employ that company in Derby? Take time to read our reviews and then make up your mind. For all drainage issues, you'll soon think Happy Drains!
Derby CCTV Drain Survey & Drainage Investigation
Derbyshire, DE1


DrainChecker, part of the Happy Drains group, is trusted by customers, we are here to help with all Derby drainage problems. We are based in Derby and will also travel around Derbyshire.
We are renowned for our Derby CCTV drainage surveys, take a look at our reviews to see why! We are especially proud of our workmanship in Derby and with thousands of happy customers that have experienced and reviewed our local professional services.
Proud of our drainage workmanship & reputation...

Blocked kitchen drain
"The amazing reviews of Happy Drains seem well warranted. Our experience was beyond excellent. Fantastic customer service, friendly, efficient and effective service. Had someone with us in less than an hour. Fixed issue, and cleaned up, then even checked an upstairs sink for us too. Ours was a small job yet I felt like a valued customer from the first call. I cant really recommend highly enough."
Blocked drain that runs under house.
"Had a blockage from the sink drain that runs under my house. Called at 9:05 and engineer arrived within 3 hours and got the problem sorted within 25 mins of arrival making myself and my drain happy. Had the same done 3 years ago and cost nearly double with one of the larger companies so decided to go local and worked out well on all fronts. "
Blockedcdrains!
"Great customer service excellent workmanship, great attitudes shown by all. Really refreshing to have such lovely people in business so rare today. Very good knowledge and job really well done. Price was very good. "
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."
Derby DE1 emergency CCTV drain survey & drainage investigation. Fast service assured in Derbyshire. |

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Derby drain work safety factors
Fully trained and insured to work safely and carry out CCTV surveys and repairs in Derby, safely and carefully, and we always have our customers interest in mind and their home's best interests at heart.
Drainage repairs in Derby, Derbyshire
Our Derby drainage surveyors are certified by the Water Research Centre (WRc). If there is an issue within your Derby drainage system, we will always offer the best price possible for putting it right.
With the best practice as recommended by the WRc.
High quality Derby CCTV Drain Surveys
We are the premier qualified Derby CCTV drain surveyors. Our highly trained skilled technicians are incredibly knowledgeable when it comes to Derby drains, drainage and associated inspections. Through training, focus, and an investment in understanding the importance of an accurate quality assured survey.
Whether you are buying a new Derby development property, renovating and extending your home, a drainage survey will help you make the right drainage decisions! Being focused and diligent when surveying Derby drains, can save you a lot of money in the future, drains are not only essential and can be very expensive to fix, so don’t underestimate them!
Should you need to find about your Derby drainage system, the most accurate way to do this is by carrying out a DrainChecker Derby CCTV drain survey. This way, we can pick up any defects that there may be in the pipework and should we find issues come up with a cost-effective solution.
If you want more information on our Derby drainage surveys, how they work, and what you will get for your money, our friendly team are waiting for your call!
CCTV drain surveys tailored to Derby home buyers or sellers
A structural surveyor may ask you to have a Derby CCTV drain investigation survey carried out if they suspect there is a potential drainage issue. Often it may be because they have spotted a crack in a wall near a blocked drain or are signs of damp in the house.
It’s always best to get your prospective Derby drains checked following professional advice to do so as if there is a costly repair needed on the system, we’re sure you would rather know before than be faced with unexpected costs once you've moved in.
Once we know the condition of your Derby drainage system, if any damage is noted, we can provide a fully costed best value repair solution. As part of the service, always provide our customers in Derby with a complete written report, which will include site maps, digital pictures, and a quotation if there is any need for further works. The report is suitably formatted in a way that is suitable to send on to your professional advisers; more importantly, they are easy for you to understand.
Should you have any questions, our technical team are happy to go through the report with you.
Pre-Purchase Derby CCTV Drain Surveys
It is not uncommon to be asked by a building professional for a CCTV drain survey to be carried out if you are buying or selling a Derby property.
Put in simple terms a Derby CCTV drainage survey is an in-depth inspection of a property's underground drainage system, using specialist CCTV cameras inserted into the pipework, that send live feedback to the drainage engineer who correctly identifies issues that presents themselves during the investigations.
Managed Derby drain insurance claim service
If you have buildings insurance that covers accidental damage, we can help with our Derby ‘managed insurance claim service.’ An assessing service, where, under your instruction, we can present a fully evidenced claim to your insurers on your behalf, we will do the negotiating work for you!
If you have had a survey carried out by another Derby drainage company, we would be happy to offer a competitive quote for the repair works.
Derby Drain locating, plotting and mapping
If you are struggling to find a ‘lost drain’ or need to know the position and depth and particular location for a ‘build over agreement’, we can help, and you’re in the right place!
With the latest drainage tech in Derby, Derbyshire , meaning we can get you the results that you need. By sending a sonde into the pipework, we can track its course as it traverses the pipe using locating tools. Meaning we provide you with depths and directions of each inspection chamber.
We are here to help with all Derby drainage problems

Unblock Drain
"Communication was before & after the work. Wayne was very friendly & did an excellent job."
Drain camera inspection
"All staff were professional, friendly and helpful. The drain survey was conducted promptly, and the report received in good time. The report was thorough and helpful."
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."
Drain Unblocked
"Happy Drains provided a qoute, turned up quickly, Unblocked the drain, and left everything clean and tidy. One Happy customer."

So quick!
"Within an hour of phoning on 30 December my drain was sorted!"
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"
Toilet unblock
"Came and sorted it quickly, helped me realise how easy it would be to do by myself in the future and checked that water was flowing freely outside. Did a good job by all accounts. "
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In or near Derby, DE1, Derbyshire, the following drainage problems could benefit from a Derby CCTV drain survey...
Ground movement causing Derby drain problems
Deformed pipework in Derbyshire
Fractured drain in Derby
Bellied drain in Derby
Derby CCTV-controlled cutting problem
Cutting out tree root mass from Derby drains
Blocked or broken Derby drains
French drainage problems in DE1
Blocked Derby toilets and blocked Derby showers
Problems with shared Derby drains
Failed or broken soakaways in DE1
Cracked or leaking Derby drains and pipes
Joint displacements in Derby pipes and drains
Longitudinal cracking in Derby drains
Build-up of fat, grease, or detergent in Derby drains
Water level problems in DE1
Concrete, cement or builders’ rubble in Derby drain
Vehicle activity affecting drains in Derbyshire
Derby pitch fibre pipework problems
Bellied pipework in Derbyshire
Clogged or broken pipes in Derby
Land drainage problems in Derbyshire
Tree roots damaging drains in DE1
Broken or blocked Derby sewers or sewage pipes
Overflowing or blocked Derby drain pipes
Overflowing or leaking Derby septic tanks & cesspits
Collapsed drain in Derbyshire
Bad smells in Derbyshire
Ditch drainage problems in Derbyshire
We use selected local professionals in the Derby DE1 area.
This ensures a fast CCTV drain and sewer inspection & survey in Derbyshire.
Derby and Derbyshire drain services from a firm receiving great feedback...

Blocked Drain
"HappyDrain provided excellent service for my blocked drain! They responded promptly, arriving on time and diagnosing the issue quickly. The technician was professional, friendly, and explained the cause of the blockage clearly, even offering tips to prevent future problems. Their work was thorough, efficient, and reasonably priced, making the entire process stress-free. I'm highly impressed with their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. If you're facing drain issues, I highly recommend HappyDrain for fast, reliable, and affordable service. Thank you for a job well done! "
Blocked main drain.
"Spoke to Jane at the reading branch at approx 10-30, told me the price before work started and Richard arrived approx 12 noon within an hour all cleared and flushed through. Richard was very professional in his work, and made sure all the hatches were battened down after he finished. Will recommend Happy Drains to everyone. The price is very resonable."
Drain flushing
"Arrived on time and was very polite and professional. Did what he needed to do with the minimum of fuss and explained what he had done along with verbal recommendations as to the next steps. This was followed up promptly with an email report."
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07788 254933