Need a CCTV drain survey in Reading?
We are the leading expert professionals in CCTV drainage surveys in Reading. We deliver exceptional CCTV sewer and drain surveys and trusted reports to help you make the best decisions. Our reports are relied on by industry pros and homebuyers; our reputation is second to none.
All Reading 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 Reading CCTV drain surveys, commercial and residential, benefit from access to Drainify personalised reports, thus leading the Reading drainage industry in technical innovation.


9.74 out of 10
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Reading CCTV Drain Survey & Drainage Investigation
Berkshire, RG1


Welcome to Reading DrainChecker CCTV drainage surveys! We are here to help with your drainage investigation and associated problems. We are based in Reading, and will also travel around Berkshire.
We are especially good at Reading drainage surveys, and we would love it if you would take a look at our reviews! We are proud of our work in Reading, and we have plenty of happy customers due to our speedy, local services.
Plenty of happy customers, actually thousands!...

Drain blocked
"Cleared drain and came back with recommendations, would use again"
Incredibly helpful
"Just moved into new home &found drains blocked. Water company said couldn't come out for 3-5 days, - too long if you can't use the loo! Left message for Gary. Even though it was Sunday, he called back really quickly and talked us through what problem might be, reassured us we'd be okay overnight, and if the water company still wasn't able to attend, he'd come out Monday to fix things. Thankfully, water company engineer very helpfully appeared at 6pm and cleared things. Gary called back early Monday to check on us, and was again so helpful. Couldn't ask for someone more helpful!"
Blocked External Drain
"I am very satisfied with the service which was prompt, efficient and swift! The man who came to do the work turned up at the time I was given, was polite and knowledgeable and did the job quicky. I am delighted with this company and wouldn't hesitate to recommend."
Clear drains.
"Happy Drains Ltd responded and attended very promptly - Drains were cleared and are now very happy."
Reading RG1 emergency CCTV drain survey & drainage investigation. Fast service assured in Berkshire. |

Call 0118 918 9107
or our office mobile
07788 254933
All Reading CCTV surveys include our state of the art Drainify reporting software. Check out the demo:
Is your Reading property served by a septic tank or a sewage treatment plant?
If so, are you aware of all the Reading area environmental and building regulations?
More importantly, do you know if your Reading system is compliant with the new regulatory reform called the Small Sewage Discharge General Binding Rules?
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Home-buyer Reading - Pre-Purchase CCTV Drain Surveys
It is not uncommon when buying a Reading property to be asked to have a CCTV Drain Survey undertaken if you are buying or selling a property, which is why we have a CCTV survey that tailored to the needs of Reading home buyers or sellers.
Your surveyor may ask you to have a CCTV drainage survey carried out if they suspect there is an issue with the Reading property drains, It may be because they have spotted a blockage, there are signs of damp in the house, or it has just flagged up on your Reading home buyers survey. It’s always best to get the drains checked as if there is a significant repair needed on the system; we’re sure you would rather know before signing any paperwork!
By feeding a camera into your pipework, we can get a clear image of the state of it, and can then pick up any signs of cracks or collapses. Once we know what the drainage system looks like, we can provide a solution for the problems. We always provide our customers in Reading with a full written report. To include site plans and pictures. A quotation for any remedial works—formatted in a way that is suitable to send on to your surveyor. It is easy for you to understand, should you have any questions, our technical team are available in the office to answer any of your questions.
Safety at work
Trained to carry out safe surveys and repairs in Reading, safely and carefully, and we always have our customers and their homes' best interests at heart.
High quality Reading CCTV drain surveys
DrainChecker is number one for Reading CCTV drain surveys. Our highly trained professional engineers are incredibly experienced when it comes to Reading drain surveys, and they understand the importance of an accurate survey.
You are buying a new Reading property, or planning a renovation, or have a rat infestation, having a drainage survey can help with all of these! Being proactive and cautious about your Reading drains may mean you can save a lot of money in the future, pipes are essential and can be expensive, so don’t underestimate them!
If you need to find out more information about your Reading drainage system, the smartest most accurate way to do this is by carrying out a CCTV drain survey. This way, we can pick up any defects that there may be in the pipework, and come up with a solution.
If you need a price or more information on drainage surveys, our friendly team in the office are waiting for your call!
Reading quality drainage repairs & insurance claims
We are WRc certified, and if there is any issue within your Reading drainage system, we will always offer the best price possible for putting it right.
If you have insurance that covers Reading drainage repairs, we can help with our ‘managed insurance claim service.’ An assessing service for insurance claim assistance, where, under your instruction, we can present a fully evidenced claim to your insurers. Any inconvenience to you will be zero, and we will do the work for you!
We offer a quotation with each Reading drain survey we carry out, and we will always give you the best price we possibly can.
If you have had a Reading drain survey carried out by another drainage company, we would be happy to offer a competitive quote for the repair works.
Reading drain locating, plotting and mapping
If you are struggling to find a drain at a Reading property, or need to know their exact location for a ‘build over agreement’, then you’re in the right place!
At DrainChecker, we are always investing in the latest drainage tech, meaning we can get you accurate results. By sending a special unit that sends a signal via the sonde, we can track it’s course as it traverses your Reading pipes.
By having this carried out, it means we can provide you with depths and directions of each inspection chamber and access points.
We always have our customers and their homes' best interests at heart...

Bath room sink unblock
"Bathroom sink was blocked long time. Profisonal plumbing company engineers visited and advice the bathroom sink plumbing work is wrong. But happy Drain engineer visit used the aqua back Hoover problem solved. As a customer I have no hesitate to recommend this company. "
Cleaning out drains & clean-up
"Wonderful service. Super friendly customer service, who picked up immediately and got me booked in, they were flexible with timings. They came on time, were quick and efficient and left everything tidy and clean. It was a difficult and smelly job since the drains were very blocked up. SO appreciate the wonderful service, could not recommend more!"
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."
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."

Blocked kitchen and bathroom sinks
"Avril, Jack and Jordan were all outstanding and insisted on visiting twice to ensure that all my drains were completely clear. Efficient, knowledgeable and working to very high standard. All for a very competitive fixed price. This company is excellent. Thank you. "
Blocked outside drain
"Very reassuring man on phone. Gave me clear advice and fixed price, explained what engineer would be doing. Engineer booked quickly for next day. Engineer completed job in the hour, no fuss, no stress. Highly recommend, will use again. "
Toilet Blockage Removal
"I've used Happy Drains a few times to unblock drains and toilets. It's always a quick and friendly service"
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In or near Reading, RG1, Berkshire, the following drainage problems could benefit from a Reading CCTV drain survey...
Vehicle activity affecting drains in Berkshire
Reading pitch fibre pipework problems
Collapsed drain in Berkshire
Blocked Reading toilets and blocked Reading showers
Blocked or broken Reading drains
Cutting out tree root mass from Reading drains
Concrete, cement or builders’ rubble in Reading drain
Build-up of fat, grease, or detergent in Reading drains
Broken or blocked Reading sewers or sewage pipes
Bellied pipework in Berkshire
Water level problems in RG1
French drainage problems in RG1
Ground movement causing Reading drain problems
Fractured drain in Reading
Longitudinal cracking in Reading drains
Failed or broken soakaways in RG1
Overflowing or blocked Reading drain pipes
Ditch drainage problems in Berkshire
Land drainage problems in Berkshire
Deformed pipework in Berkshire
Overflowing or leaking Reading septic tanks & cesspits
Problems with shared Reading drains
Reading CCTV-controlled cutting problem
Bad smells in Berkshire
Joint displacements in Reading pipes and drains
Cracked or leaking Reading drains and pipes
Bellied drain in Reading
Tree roots damaging drains in RG1
Clogged or broken pipes in Reading
We use selected local professionals in the Reading RG1 area.
This ensures a fast CCTV drain and sewer inspection & survey in Berkshire.
Our Reading area coverage:
Reading and Berkshire drain services from a firm receiving great feedback...

Blocked drains
"We recently noticed our downstairs WC was not flushing properly, and our outside man hole, was flooding and smelt terribly. I got in contact with happy drains and they hooked someone in within the next 2 days as I requested. The guy came to site, and told me exactly what he was doing and what he thought the issue may be. He fixed it in great time and was very informative. I hope I don't need to call happy drains again, but if we ever need someone to help us in the future, we will look no further. 10/10"
Blocked outdoor drains.
"Checked all drains and cleared as discussed. Good communication all the way through and spoke us through it/ took pictures. Turned up on time as booked - good communication. Efficient service, reasonable price too. "
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."
Call 0118 918 9107
or our office mobile
07788 254933
All Reading CCTV surveys include our state of the art Drainify reporting software. Check out the demo: