
Home Buyers Drain Surveys in Greater London
Burch Drainage Ltd provides professional home buyers drain surveys across Greater London, helping property buyers identify potential drainage issues before completing a purchase.
A CCTV drain survey offers a detailed assessment of the condition of the underground drainage system, allowing you to make informed decisions and avoid unexpected repair costs after moving in.
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What is a Home Buyers Drain Survey?
A home buyers drain survey is a specialist inspection of a property’s drainage system carried out using CCTV camera equipment.
The survey involves inserting a camera into the drainage system to assess the internal condition of the pipework, identify defects and highlight any issues that may require attention.
This type of survey is particularly useful when purchasing a property, as it provides clarity on the condition of the drainage system before contracts are exchanged.

Who Should Consider a Home Buyers Drain Survey?
Property buyers purchasing residential homes
Buyers of older properties where drainage condition is uncertain
Landlords acquiring new rental properties
Developers or investors assessing property condition
What’s Included in a Home Buyers Drain Survey?

Specialist drainage camera inspection
Our CCTV equipment captures clear footage inside the drainage system, allowing our engineers to accurately identify defects, blockages and structural issues.

Condition report
Written report using MSCC5 coding, outlining any defects, blockages or structural issues identified during the survey.

Online video access
Recorded CCTV footage of the inspection, allowing you to view the internal condition of the drainage system.

Drainage schematic
A visual drainage schematic showing the layout and structure of the inspected pipework where required.

Estimate for identified remedial works
If defects are identified, we provide an estimate and recommendations for any necessary repair works.
Our surveys provide a clear and detailed overview of the drainage system, including:
Why Should You Get a Drain Survey Before Buying?
Drainage issues are not always visible during a standard property survey and can lead to costly repairs if left undetected.
A home buyers drain survey can help identify:
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Cracked or collapsed pipework
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Root ingress within the drainage system
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Existing or developing blockages
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Poorly installed or misaligned pipework
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Signs of long-term wear and deterioration
Identifying these issues early allows you to factor in repair costs or raise concerns before completing the purchase.

Why choose Burch Drainage Ltd?
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Over 40 years of drainage expertise delivering reliable solutions across Greater London
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Fully insured and accredited, giving you peace of mind on every job
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Qualified drainage engineers, trained to work safely and efficiently in domestic and commercial environments
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Two-man crew on every job, ensuring safe working practices and consistent workmanship
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Competitive and transparent pricing, with free, no-obligation estimates
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Highly rated by our customers, with a strong Google review rating
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Comprehensive drainage services, from emergency call-outs to specialist surveys and repairs








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Arrange a Home Buyers Drain Survey
If you are purchasing a property and would like peace of mind regarding the drainage system, our engineers can carry out a detailed survey and provide clear, practical advice.
Or call us today on 0800 1955 888

