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.

Unblocking drain.
"The man arrived within about 30 minutes, unblocked my drain quickly and efficiently. Very pleasant and polite."
Excellent service. Couldn't be faulted.
"Alex phoned in advance. Arrived on time, explained what he'd be doing and then delivered. The partial blockage in the kitchen sink was professionally removed he tested the flow and cleared up after the work was completed. 100% recommend Happy Drains. A very good value price, too. "
Clearing stagnant, blocked gully/drain
"Everyone I spoke to before and during the job was friendly and helpful. Luke came in good time as arranged and was extremely quick, efficient and helpful, clearing the problem and providing a missing grille to prevent future problems. We really appreciated his extra efforts and will use the company again! Very reasonable. "
Blocked Drainage
"Happy drains are very professional, nice and tidy service. Turned up on time, great thing they kept me informed of their arrival time and finished the job quickly. They definitely exceed my expectations. Will rebook them in future if need be."
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!

Serious blocked toilet
"We have a great and professional service to be conducted by Mr. Damian (at Sutton) under Happy Drains Ltd this morning. Damian is so experience and professional to fix our serious blocked toilet within 45 mins. Damian is so patient to explain to us the whole situation. Deeply appreciated. Thanks Damian and Happy Drains team. A good and very reliable team !! thanks again."
Block drain outside was cleared quickly and effectively
"Our engineer was professional and friendly who listened to me explain fully before suggesting what he believed the fix was. He carried out work quickly and came to explain what he'd done and why"
Blocked kitchen gully
"Ben and Sean were excellent, cleared our blockage in no time, then checked further down the run and cleared a mass of roots from another manhole we had no idea had a problem. Punctual, polite and efficient. A job well done."
Drain clearance
"Happy Drains responded very quickly (next day) to our blocked external drain problem. They removed a small tree that was growing in the drain, and gave the drains a quick jet wash. Excellent service."

Blockage in ground floor wc
"The work was carried out very professionally and the problem was investigated to resolve the cause of the blockage. The final report was very detailed to explain the issue after completion of the work, which was very helpful to understand the problem. Images of the work were taken and sent in the final report with detailed actions taken. The team at Happy Drains kept me informed throughout the day of any issues."
Unblocking drain
"The blocked drain was identified quickly. The work was done very professionally and any mess cleaned up. Very happy with the service."
Clearance of blocked sewage pipes
"Contacted Happy Drains with a full description of the problem. An appointment was arranged. I was supplied with a list of services and prices. I was contacted on the day giving me a time of arrival. William carried out the necessary work quickly and efficiently. He was very knowledgeable and gave useful advice. Happy Drains is a great company to deal with from start to finish with no hidden costs. I would highly recommend them."
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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...

Blocked outside drain
"I phoned Happy Drains where the office manager arranged for a service call within a couple of hours. The two men arrived in no time, and took measures to clear the significant blockage, with diligence and humour. Efficient office management, alongside the job, with appropriate contact by email and messages, through to Invoice. Very pleased with the whole service. "
Blocked Manhole
"From 1st call enquiry to booking was really quick and a date agreed in the same hour. Received the courtesy call before the team arrived, job done quickly and professionally. Thanks very much to the office and site team."
Clearing a drain in our rear garden
"Very good service, engineer called about 20 minutes before arrival, arrived on time, friendly nice guy, professional. Fixed problem quickly, price quoted was fixed, no additional charges no matter what. Happy!"
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: