Need a CCTV drain survey in Folkestone?
Trusted CCTV drain surveys and investigations. For surveyors, building sites, commercial areas and expert problem solvers in Folkestone. With our expert reports and specialist solutions, we are the #1 CCTV survey company across Folkestone for all your underground needs. Don't delay, call today!
All Folkestone CCTV surveys include our state of the art Drainify reporting software. Check out the demo:
Perfect for householders or site work, our CCTV drain surveys include:
- Drainify interactive reports
- Video footage
- PDF technical reports
- Annotated record drawings (nts) & costed recommendations


All Happy Drains Folkestone CCTV drain surveys, commercial and residential, benefit from access to Drainify personalised reports, thus leading the Folkestone drainage industry in technical innovation.


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Our drainage engineers in the Folkestone area, are specially trained to deal with all types of blockages. So it matters not how big or small the drain problem is you can trust that we will get there fast and tackle the issue directly. We are number one in Folkestone, so why go anywhere else?
Folkestone CCTV Drain Survey & Drainage Investigation
Kent, CT18


Welcome to DrainChecker, ranked as one of the best local CCTV surveying firms in Folkestone and all-around Kent!
With specially trained and qualified techs in Folkestone, we are always ready and waiting to investigate any drainage problem you may be experiencing. If you need more compelling reasons to use us, just check out our reviews!
We appreciate how difficult and frustrating it can be when dealing with an underground Folkestone drainage issues. A CCTV drainage survey is the only sure way to detect a drain problem accurately and then identify a quick fix to get it sorted. DrainChecker are number one for drainage services in Folkestone and around Kent. Top value and best prices along with an unbeatable provision of CCTV drain services at home or work, give us a call!
We survey standard 100mm pipes for household surveys, as well as larger diameter pipes up to 750mm and beyond for commercial sites with mainline crawler rigs. If you need further information, or you need technical info about the sort of equipment you need, call our friendly office team, we are happy to help.

Blocked, full up double chamber sewer.
"Arrived as promised. Did the job 100%. Brilliant. Cleaned everything. Invoice as per phone quote. Very pleasant people. Recommend. Excellent."
Blocked downstairs loo
"The company were brilliant, lovely lady on the phone really helpful. They called me back within a matter of minutes to book a same day appointment and the problem was resolved. They were very professional did a marvellous job and I would highly recommend them to anybody in the same situation."
Outside drain unblocked
"Reliable.Friendly engineer.Quick and left no mess. In all a very good service."
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."
Folkestone CT18 emergency CCTV drain survey & drainage investigation. Fast service assured in Kent. |

Call 01303 762918
or our office mobile
07788 254933
All Folkestone CCTV surveys include our state of the art Drainify reporting software. Check out the demo:
Folkestone drain repairs
At DrainChecker, we are proud of our excellent reputation of being the premier in the Folkestone area, for diagnosing, resolving and fixing drains, all our repairs are guaranteed and delivered by our fully qualified and friendly teams of drainage engineers. We always try cause as little disruption to you and your home as possible.
We always give the very best price we can for repairs, so if you have had a survey carried out by another company, we are more than happy to offer a competitive price for the job!
Is your Folkestone property served by a septic tank or a sewage treatment plant?
If so, are you aware of all the Folkestone area environmental and building regulations?
More importantly, do you know if your Folkestone system is compliant with the new regulatory reform called the Small Sewage Discharge General Binding Rules?
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Pre-purchase Folkestone homebuyer surveys are our speciality
When moving house in Folkestone, and you want to ensure the drains at your new property are structurally sound and fit for purpose, then you’re in the right place! We always give a full written technical report as part of the standard service, which includes site plans, pictures and a quotation for any remedial works, so you know what you’re up against.
Folkestone Build-Over CCTV drainage survey
If you are planning an extension in Folkestone and you need a Build-Over CCTV drainage survey for building regulations, then we offer a fully optimised technical report that will be ready to send onto the relevant people.
If you need assistance with an insurance drain claim, we can present a fully evidenced claim to your insurers, so you don’t have to take on all of the stress!
High tec Folkestone CCTV drain surveys
We are continually investing in drainage tech so that we can be sure that we give you the best quality results. Our cameras will identify all structural and service faults within your Folkestone pipework, noting all defective joints, as well as blockages and failures. We offer the best possible solutions to getting drain defects rectified fast in Folkestone, and we can even give you a digital still so you can see the damage for yourself.
Skilled professional Folkestone drainage engineers
With over thirty years’ experience in Folkestone and thousands of happy customers, our skilled professional engineers, are all fully qualified to undertake CCTV surveys, using the latest equipment, best practice and reporting tools.
Safety at Work
The safety of customers and their home is our overriding priority. Carrying out safe works in Folkestone and around Kent. You can be sure you are in safe hands at all times with DrainChecker .
Folkestone Drain Locating and Mapping
A radio wave emitting sonde will be pushed through your Folkestone drain system, we can plot it’s the course as it travels through the pipework so that you can have a better understanding of the location of your drains. We then supply you with a full plan of what we have found, as well as all relevant manhole depths and directions.
The BEST reviews, look no further!

Excellent Service
"I had a blocked exterior drain that was backing up into the house and needed an emergency call out. I called for a quote and Happy Drains called me back to say they couldn't get out to me due to unforeseen circumstances but were Happy to talk me through clearing the blockage over the phone. 10/10 service!"
Blocked drain
"Work was carried out in a totally professional manner. Site was left clean and tidy. The issue was resolved in a timely manner."
Drain clearance
"I called Happy Drains to attend to an overflowing drain manhole in our front drive. Their response on the telephone was prompt, courteous and helpful. Their engineer arrived slightly earlier than arranged, after telephoning to confirm that this would be acceptable. He fixed the problem in less than 30 minutes, and checked that everything was satisfactory before leaving. "
Blocked drain
"Excellent service. Immediate and friendly client attention by phone. Appointment was booked to the next day, receiving a plumber call prior arrival. Plumber sorted the clog effectively in less than 30 min. Invoice link was sent to phone. All clear and quick. Would highly recommend."

Blocked outside drain
"Two engineers arrived less than an hour after my phone call. They were very helpful and informative and completed the job extremely efficiently. Pricing fair. Would definitely use again. "
Kitchen drain Blocked
"I had a big block on my kitchen drain. My kitchen is the result of a garage conversion with long drains and hard access. Happy drains came after a few hours from my call and fixed the problem. They had to open an access on the laundry and charged a reasonable amount to do that. Very happy and would call them again!"
Kitchen drain unblocked
"Very prompt service, within an hour of my call. Reasonable price. Friendly service. Job done well, drain left flowing properly."
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In or near Folkestone, CT18, Kent, the following drainage problems could benefit from a Folkestone CCTV drain survey...
Water level problems in CT18
Cracked or leaking Folkestone drains and pipes
Folkestone CCTV-controlled cutting problem
Overflowing or blocked Folkestone drain pipes
Longitudinal cracking in Folkestone drains
Ditch drainage problems in Kent
Bad smells in Kent
Problems with shared Folkestone drains
Tree roots damaging drains in CT18
Blocked or broken Folkestone drains
French drainage problems in CT18
Clogged or broken pipes in Folkestone
Fractured drain in Folkestone
Joint displacements in Folkestone pipes and drains
Land drainage problems in Kent
Broken or blocked Folkestone sewers or sewage pipes
Bellied pipework in Kent
Blocked Folkestone toilets and blocked Folkestone showers
Deformed pipework in Kent
Folkestone pitch fibre pipework problems
Overflowing or leaking Folkestone septic tanks & cesspits
Collapsed drain in Kent
Failed or broken soakaways in CT18
Cutting out tree root mass from Folkestone drains
Concrete, cement or builders’ rubble in Folkestone drain
Ground movement causing Folkestone drain problems
Build-up of fat, grease, or detergent in Folkestone drains
Vehicle activity affecting drains in Kent
Bellied drain in Folkestone
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Folkestone and Kent drain services from a firm receiving great feedback...

Unblock kitchen sink
"Fantastic. Called ahead as promised, polite and friendly on arrival. Super clean and tidy, left the area as he found it. All for the quoted price with no hint of any dodgy up-selling. Would happily recommend."
Sewer blocked
"Courteous chap turned up first thing the next day and quickly sorted the blockage. One of their simpler jobs, I'm sure, but I was pleased to get it sorted ASAP."
Blocked drain
"Called Happy Drains as couldn't unblock my drain with my rods. The guy came and connected his jet wash to my hosepipe and sprayed the jet along the pipe with immediate effect! Unblocked in less than than 5 minutes. Excellent customer service and so rewarding to have running drains again. It was a build up of fat. "
Call 01303 762918
or our office mobile
07788 254933
All Folkestone CCTV surveys include our state of the art Drainify reporting software. Check out the demo: