Need a CCTV drain survey in Manchester?
CCTV drainage investigations for all homeowners, industry and problem solvers in Manchester. With our expert reports and specialist no-dig solutions, we are proud to be the leading trusted CCTV survey company across Manchester for all your underground drainage needs and solutions.
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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Manchester CCTV Drain Survey & Drainage Investigation
Lancashire, M1


Welcome to ‘DrainChecker.uk’ serving the Manchester area part of local Manchester Happy Drain Ltd and thank you for visiting us.
Please take time to look at our reviews!
In Manchester M1 and Lancashire and we believe the customer is King (Queen or President!).
We are your local experts for CCTV Drain Survey & Drainage Investigation in Manchester Lancashire M1.
Simply put, in Manchester and around Lancashire drain surveys and investigations is what we do and what we specialise in. DrainChecker is the best choice in in and around Manchester for unparalleled service and best prices and great service. So if you have a need for a drain investigation in at home or at work, call us.
Happy Customers every day...

Clearing of a blocked external drain
"Right from the first phone call, everyone has been friendly and helpful. The advice given during booking was very clear, enabling us to prepare ourselves for the 'worst case scenario', although we thankfully didn't need to! The team arrived promptly and dealt with the blockage quickly and with professionalism, providing tips for aftercare to prevent a repeat. If we encounter anymore issues I will be straight on the phone - thank you!"
Clearing drain blockage
"Easy to contact, arrived in under 2 hours. Friendly engineer jetted the drain and gave advice for future prevention. No hidden charges. It was our second time using Happy Drains, and would use them again!"
Clearing a drain in my light well.
"Very prompt and efficient service. Conner did an excellent job and cleared my slow running drain in no time at all. No problems since."
Unblock drain
"Arrived at agreed time. Listened to my description of the problem. Set to work and quickly had the drain cleared. Good job."
Manchester M1 emergency CCTV drain survey & drainage investigation. Fast service assured in Lancashire. |

Call 0161 300 9160
or our office mobile
07788 254933
We are a ‘Which? Trusted Trader’ for Manchester M1 and Lancashire
...and we are authorised and regulated by the ‘FCA’ so you can trust our integrity and professionalism. In addition, we will work for you – so if we find an issue we will give you all the evidence you need.
Our approved local contractor in Manchester M1 will undertake CCTV inspection and we will quality assure and oversee and guarantee the survey of your drain is 100% accurate and establishing what repairs if any are required.
Service Drain Repair in Manchester and around Lancashire
We love fixing drains in Manchester and getting everything sorted without dramas, we are the specialists to trust.
Using the latest ‘no dig tech’ as well as traditional repair methods, we aim to deliver the best value in Manchester and the surrounding areas, whatever.
Problem with Manchester drain: CCTV drain & sewer repairs near Manchester
Our Manchester M1 and Lancashire area CCTV operators are fully trained and accredited to survey in Manchester, then providing a full technical reports for you in Manchester M1. We provide professional indemnity insurance with our service to give you piece of mind.
So you have a typical Manchester terrace, semi or a modest detached Manchester property:
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.
CCTV drain investigation in Manchester
We always solve your drainage problems – fast and trouble free.
With the latest equipment we investigate drain pipe condition by directing a camera right into the heart of the pipework. In Manchester M1 and Lancashire we figure out what’s right and wrong and then plan the best cost-effective repair solution. We provide a digital copy of what is discovered with a comprehensive report and you can have the confidence us to fully fix any problem.
CCTV sewer survey in Lancashire, M1
We will check to see what drains become your responsibility to maintain at the property or premises in Manchester M1 and Lancashire. We will identify shared drains and draw up a plan to help you understand where the pipes go to and from.
Drain locating, plotting and mapping in and around Manchester
With the latest drain tech we plot and map drainage systems in Manchester and the surrounding areas. By sending a radio signal emitting sonde into the pipework, we plot its course whilst it traverses the pipe. We will then give you with a comprehensive plan of what we've found with depths and direction.
Home buyers Drain CCTV Surveys in Manchester
If you are selling or buying a house or property in Manchester, we have a specifically designed service are specifically tailored to let you everything you need to know about the drains at your new Manchester property.
More from our Happy Customers...

Clear main sewerage drain
"Trouble free, very quick response. Completely blocked main sewerage pipe. Jetted, rodded and unblocked within an hour. Easy recommendation here. Well done Mark and thank you once again."
Unblock communal pipe in apartment block so that toilet could flush properly.
"The engineer arrived within an hour. He was very professional and knowledgeable. The task was quickly completed. One happy customer!!"
Drain clearance
"Pub toilets had been failing to clear properly for a few weeks. Wayne from Happy Drains arrived on schedule, diagnosed the issue and cleared the blockage within an hour, ensuring that the complete run was clear of any further obstructions with his camera equipment. Not a pleasant job, but carried out with a smile, thanks."
Unblock two drains
"Very polite chap. Explained clearly what the problem was and sorted it in a timely manner."
Unblock drain
"Very efficient. Friendly and good communication. Problem solved and good advice given. Overall, a great experience. Strongly recommend."

Clearing a kitchen drain
"Excellent service from start to finish - really easy to organise, flexible with timing etc. When the engineer arrived he was professional and efficient and the issue was resolved. The drains now work better than they ever have since I have been in the property (3 yr +)"
Toilet unblocking
"It was really easy to book an appointment and the price was really good. The engineer phoned to say he was on the way and what time he would arrive. The engineer was very polite and friendly. He is a real credit to the company. He identified what the problem was in minutes and explained throughly what he would have to do. The problem was fixed in no time at all. Happy Drains will be my number one choice if I have any problems in the future. Keep up the good work. Very happy customer."
Blocked drain
"I had been waiting since calling Severn Tent at 06.30 Friday morning after several false promises of them saying engineer had job they never showed up lunchtime Saturday was in a mess called Happy drains arranged for them to come got a confirmation call within half hour they were on their way and arrived straight away did the job quickly with no fuss. Man was very polite and good at his job on not a nice job on the hottest day of the year well done team at Happy Drains"
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In or near Manchester, M1, Lancashire, the following drainage problems could benefit from a Manchester CCTV drain survey...
Manchester pitch fibre pipework problems
Build-up of fat, grease, or detergent in Manchester drains
Bellied drain in Manchester
Problems with shared Manchester drains
Water level problems in M1
Broken or blocked Manchester sewers or sewage pipes
Land drainage problems in Lancashire
Tree roots damaging drains in M1
Blocked or broken Manchester drains
Ditch drainage problems in Lancashire
Fractured drain in Manchester
Cracked or leaking Manchester drains and pipes
Blocked Manchester toilets and blocked Manchester showers
Manchester CCTV-controlled cutting problem
French drainage problems in M1
Deformed pipework in Lancashire
Ground movement causing Manchester drain problems
Joint displacements in Manchester pipes and drains
Concrete, cement or builders’ rubble in Manchester drain
Vehicle activity affecting drains in Lancashire
Failed or broken soakaways in M1
Bellied pipework in Lancashire
Longitudinal cracking in Manchester drains
Cutting out tree root mass from Manchester drains
Collapsed drain in Lancashire
Clogged or broken pipes in Manchester
Overflowing or leaking Manchester septic tanks & cesspits
Bad smells in Lancashire
Overflowing or blocked Manchester drain pipes
We use selected local professionals in the Manchester M1 area.
This ensures a fast CCTV drain and sewer inspection & survey in Lancashire.
Our Manchester area coverage:
Manchester and Lancashire drain services from a firm receiving great feedback...

Very happy with the way the job was carried out
"We had a blocked kitchen sink and after reading the reviews I called Happy Drains. I was very happy with the service. The gentleman who came was pleasant and did a thorough job. Recommend them highly."
Diagnose and clear blocked drains
"Visited by Gordon from happy drains. Very knowledgeable and incredibly polite. He kept me informed throughout the job. He worked methodically and fixed the issue. I really appreciate his work ethic, demeanour, and very happy of course with the result. Faultless. Would recommend happy drains and Gordon all day long!"
Blocked drain, not any more
"Friendly, know what they're doing. Fixed in no time, really helpful advice on how to improve the plumbing to prevent it happening again. Won't use anyone else after this. Tommy and Gordon did a stand out job. Big thanks!"
Call 0161 300 9160
or our office mobile
07788 254933