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.
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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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!...

Unclogging front drain
"Our chap turned up on time, did the job quickly, and explained what he had done and how to avoid the recurrence of the problem again."
CCTV drain survey
"We had to have a CCTV drain survey done since we're in the process of buying the house. William arranged with the estate agents for an appointment just two days later. The report included the mpeg files as well as observations of any issues. Professional and hassle-free experience, thank you!"
Blocked kitchen drain cleared
"A difficult, awkward blockage below ground level was cleared efficiently."
Great work on time and very clean
"They were very experienced in there work they also kept me up to date on when they were arriving. There work was clean and tidy. I would fully recommend them."
Reading RG1 emergency CCTV drain survey & drainage investigation. Fast service assured in Berkshire. |

Call 0118 918 9107
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07788 254933
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...

Unblocking of outside drain
"I have had a problem for quite a while but previous tradesman did not solve the problem but Happy Drains did."
Drain check and unblock.
"Tommy was professional, helpful and gave some great advice on keeping my drains clean. He unblocked what was there. Tommy did an excellent job. Would highly recommend."
Drain Plunger Removal
"Nail came along to remove a drain plunger that had got stuck in our drainage system outside. Couldn't have been more helpful and managed to get the plunger out. Great guy and great service! Thanks"
Clearance of blocked outflow drain
"Arrived punctually and had the drain cleared in no time - top marks."

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."
Clearance of outdoor drain
"Easy to book, great communication, skilled and tidy work, and easy to pay invoice by Apple Pay. Good value and clear pricing too. Top notch!"
Unblock Drain
"Certainly! Here's a revised version: --- I recently had an emergency with blocked drains and contacted Happy Drains for a Sunday call-out. I was thoroughly impressed with their swift response and professionalism. Despite it being the weekend, they arrived promptly and resolved the issue efficiently. The team clearly explained everything, putting my mind at ease. Their excellent service and dedication were truly commendable. I highly recommend Happy Drains for any urgent needs and wouldn't hesitate to use them again."
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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 drain cleared
"Blocked drain was cleaned out and working again in no time at all . The appointment was made over the phone and the engineer rang when he was on his way . He used a high pressure jet and left everything tidy."
Exterior Drain Unblocking
"Called Happy Drains and their guys came within a couple of hours. Excellent, friendly guys who sorted the problem, checked all was running well and cleared debris."
Toilet unblock
"Came and sorted it quickly, helped me realise how easy it would be to do by myself in the future and checked that water was flowing freely outside. Did a good job by all accounts. "
Call 0118 918 9107
or our office mobile
07788 254933