Expert Sewer & Drainage Inspections in Dundee

A standard property survey often doesn't cover the condition of the underground drains. A homebuyer drain survey is a specialised inspection that can reveal hidden issues like cracks, root damage, or collapses that could lead to very expensive repairs after you move in. It’s a crucial step to protect your investment and avoid any nasty surprises.

If you are planning to build an extension or a new structure close to or over a public sewer pipe, you will likely need permission from the local water authority (like Scottish Water). A build-over survey involves a CCTV inspection before and after your construction work to prove that the public sewer system hasn't been damaged. We can provide the reports and footage required for this process.

Our cameras can find almost anything! The most common discoveries are blockages from fat and wipes, cracks or holes in the pipe walls, displaced joints where pipes have shifted, collapsed sections, and tree roots that have grown into the system. It helps us understand not just what the problem is, but exactly where it is.

For a typical home, a full CCTV survey usually takes between one and two hours. The time can vary depending on the size of your property and the complexity of the drainage system. Our technicians will always keep you informed throughout the job.

No, in most cases, we don't need to do any digging to carry out the survey. Our camera equipment is accessed through existing manholes or inspection chambers. This "no-dig" approach is one of the biggest benefits of a modern CCTV survey, as it allows us to diagnose problems without any disruption to your property.