Need a CCTV drain survey in Ilkeston?
CCTV drain surveys for problem-solvers, homeowners and industry professionals in Ilkeston. With our expert best in class reports and dedicated no-dig solutions, we are proud to be the premier CCTV survey experts across Ilkeston. For all your underground drain problems, we have the right solutions.
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
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Ilkeston CCTV Drain Survey & Drainage Investigation
Derbyshire, DE7


In Ilkeston DE7 and throughout Derbyshire we are proud to be your local experts for CCTV Drain Survey & Drainage Investigation.
DrainChecker in Ilkeston and around Derbyshire: drain surveys and investigations is what we specialise in. DrainChecker is the number one choice in and around Ilkeston for best prices and great service. So for all a drainage investigation in at home or at work, call us!
Thank you for visiting ‘DrainChecker.uk’ serving the Ilkeston area. The specialist CCTV division of the local Ilkeston Happy Drains Ltd.
Please take time and care to look at our reviews! In Ilkeston DE7 and Derbyshire we believe the customer is King (Queen or President!).
Many Happy Customers leaving us superb reviews...

Blocked Drain
"Turned up promptly, assessed the situation, confirmed the quote and cleared the drain. All very quick and efficient with a very cheerful and polite tradesman. Couldn't have gone better."
Blocked drain
"Happy Drains were great from the first phone call. On time, courteous, good job and reasonable price. Thoroughly recommend."
Drain clearing
"Cleared the blocked pipe and flushed through cleaned around the drain, helpful and pleasant,would certainly recommend."
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."
Ilkeston DE7 emergency CCTV drain survey & drainage investigation. Fast service assured in Derbyshire. |

Call 01332 414742
or our office mobile
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Home buyers Ilkeston Drain CCTV Surveys
Moving, selling or buying a house or property in Ilkeston?
DrainChecker have a specifically designed service tailored to provide you with everything you need to know about the drainage system at your new Ilkeston property.
Drain Repairs in Ilkeston and around Derbyshire
You can have the confidence in us to fully fix any drainage problem in Ilkeston without dramas.
We are the experts to trust and our reviews demonstrate that! Where viable we use the latest ‘no dig tech’ as well as traditional repair methods to deliver the best value in Ilkeston and the surrounding areas.
Problem solving with Ilkeston drain: CCTV drain & sewer repairs near Ilkeston
We will check to see what drains are actually your responsibility to maintain at the new property or premises in Ilkeston DE7 and Derbyshire.
We will identify shared drains and draw up a plan to help you understand where the pipes go to and from.
Our operators are fully trained and accredited to survey in and around Ilkeston. We offer full and detailed technical reports for you in Ilkeston DE7.
We are proud to be a ‘Which? Trusted Trader’ for Ilkeston DE7 and Derbyshire and we are also authorised and regulated by the ‘Financial Conduct Authority’ so you can trust our integrity and professionalism. So if your drains are in need of repair you may be covered by your insurers– so if we find an issue we will give you all the evidence you need.
Our approved local contractor in Ilkeston DE7 will undertake CCTV inspection and we will quality assure and oversee and guarantee the survey of your drain is 100% accurate and establish what repairs if any are required.
Drain locating, plotting and mapping in and around Ilkeston
We can also plot and map drainage systems in Ilkeston and the surrounding areas.
This is done by propelling a radio signal emitting sonde into the pipework, we then plot its course whilst it travels the pipe from above. We will then prepare for you a comprehensive plan of what we've found with depths and direction.
CCTV drain investigation in Ilkeston
We solve your Ilkeston drainage problems – fast and worry free.
With state-of-the-art equipment we investigate drain pipe integrity by aiming a camera right into the heart of the pipework. In Ilkeston DE7 and Derbyshire we understand what is right and more importantly wrong. We as professionals detail the best and most cost-effective repair solution required.
We provide digital stills of what is found complete with a comprehensive report. A report will be produced to confirm, size, material, connections, junctions, service conditions and directions of the foul drainage.
We will assume that all chambers will be accessible and permissions gained to enter relevant areas unhindered and pipework is clean (not blocked). The method of report generation will be to the following specification - Date, No’s, Manhole numbers from & to, size of pipe, pipe material, shape, direction, distance (m) continuous , lengths, remarks and observation.
Check out our reviews from Happy Customers...

Clearing out storm drains on sunken patio
"Very pleased. Harry arrived and assessed problem. Very honest and told me he could only guarantee a 50% sucess rate. On completion he seemed as happy as I was that the issue was resolved. Lovely personable guy. Thanks"
Drain Blockage
"Very quick to respond to enquiry and came out same day to fix. Efficient and great service."
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."
Clearance of blocked soak away
"Several people looked at the issue, suggesting that significant works may be needed to resolve. Spoke to Happy Drains, explained things well over the phone, suggested it may be a simple job to unblock it. Arrived quickly, did the job and all seems well. Very pleased "

Blocked drain
"Great service, quick and no mess. The chap was very polite and nothing too much trouble. Cleared the outside drain in minutes. Great value for money Would not hesitate to recommend Happy Drains Really pleased with the service, from booking the call to the home visit. Thank you"
Resolved blocked toilet
"We reached out in the late morning and the issue was resolved by 3:30pm the same day. Very quick and efficient service, the engineer was very polite and friendly. Will definitely use again if further issues arise."
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."
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In or near Ilkeston, DE7, Derbyshire, the following drainage problems could benefit from a Ilkeston CCTV drain survey...
Ground movement causing Ilkeston drain problems
Concrete, cement or builders’ rubble in Ilkeston drain
Broken or blocked Ilkeston sewers or sewage pipes
Ilkeston CCTV-controlled cutting problem
Bad smells in Derbyshire
Blocked or broken Ilkeston drains
Tree roots damaging drains in DE7
Blocked Ilkeston toilets and blocked Ilkeston showers
Vehicle activity affecting drains in Derbyshire
Clogged or broken pipes in Ilkeston
Bellied pipework in Derbyshire
Cracked or leaking Ilkeston drains and pipes
Overflowing or leaking Ilkeston septic tanks & cesspits
Bellied drain in Ilkeston
Deformed pipework in Derbyshire
Fractured drain in Ilkeston
Overflowing or blocked Ilkeston drain pipes
Failed or broken soakaways in DE7
Ilkeston pitch fibre pipework problems
Joint displacements in Ilkeston pipes and drains
Problems with shared Ilkeston drains
Longitudinal cracking in Ilkeston drains
Ditch drainage problems in Derbyshire
French drainage problems in DE7
Water level problems in DE7
Cutting out tree root mass from Ilkeston drains
Land drainage problems in Derbyshire
Build-up of fat, grease, or detergent in Ilkeston drains
Collapsed drain in Derbyshire
We use selected local professionals in the Ilkeston DE7 area.
This ensures a fast CCTV drain and sewer inspection & survey in Derbyshire.
Ilkeston and Derbyshire drain services from a firm receiving great feedback...

clear blockage in kitchen sink
"really good service; quickly got an appointment, was called 30mins before engineer arrived; engineer was very cheerful and joking along the job, which was really nice; clearly explained everything to me, which was appreciated; happy drains, happy customer :D"
CCTV Drain inspection and toilet unblock
"I was really impressed with this company. They have carried out work for me twice now. Once to unblock a toilet and secondly to carry out a CCTV inspection. The customer service is really good, all staff anre very polite and the quality of the work and advice provided is excellent. The engineer that unblocked my toilet provided a lot of advice & tips on how to ensure the toilet doesn't get blocked in the future! The appointments are made promptly and will no hassle. The report from the CCTV inspection was provided promptly. I will be using this company again in the future. "
kitchen drain completely blocked
"Their service was exceptional. Very professional, and they solved the most important problem! Considering that two plumbers and Thames Water visited us but only tried to rush and squeeze extra money, resolving the problem partially."
Call 01332 414742
or our office mobile
07788 254933