Pre-Purchase Drain Surveys
Across Hayling Island, Havant , Portsmouth & Hampshire
Professional CCTV inspections and detailed reports for home buyers.

It is a common misconception that a structural survey covers your drains. In reality, a typical surveyor might flush a toilet or run a tap to check for a basic flow, but they won't see the structural defects lurking three feet below the surface. Imagine moving into a beautiful Victorian terrace in Havant, only to find that decades of root ingress from that lovely oak tree in the garden has completely shattered the clay pipes. Without a CCTV drain inspection, you are essentially buying the property's drainage problems blind. Our specialised surveys fill that gap, giving you a crystal-clear picture of the system's health before you're legally committed to the purchase.

We use advanced, remote-controlled camera technology to navigate your potential home’s drainage system. This isn't just a quick look; it's a deep-dive inspection that identifies everything from minor misaligned joints to serious structural cracks. We're particularly on the lookout for pitch fibre pipes—a material used in many mid-century Hampshire homes that is notorious for warping and collapsing over time. By catching these issues early, you gain powerful negotiating leverage. If we find a problem that requires a thousand pounds' worth of repairs, you can ask the seller to fix it or lower the sale price accordingly. It's about ensuring your peace of mind and protecting your bank balance.

Many banks and insurance providers now specifically request a professional home buyer drainage report before they'll approve a mortgage, especially on older properties or those near large trees. Our reports aren't just a few scribbled notes; we provide a comprehensive PDF document following WRC standards. This includes high-quality video footage, a detailed drainage map of the property, and a breakdown of any structural defects found. Whether you're in Emsworth, Havant, or Chichester, our reports are designed to be easy for you to understand while providing the technical detail your lender needs to see. It’s a small investment that can save you a mountain of stress during the conveyancing process.

Being based on Hayling Island and serving the Emsworth area daily, we understand the local geography. We know how the coastal soil conditions and the age of the local infrastructure can affect pipework. Unlike national franchises, we're a small, independent team that treats every survey as if we were buying the house ourselves. We believe in providing solutions, not upselling. If we find a blockage during the survey, we can often clear it there and then with our high-pressure water jetting kit. If there's a crack, we'll explain how our no-dig relining technology can fix it without ruining the driveway. We offer fixed-price quotes, so you'll know exactly what the survey costs before we even arrive at the manhole.