Drain Survey and Repair Services at Doorstep in London

Drainage surveys, inspections, and repairs are typically done via one of many CCTV methods. This has become the only way to find out what is causing the issue or blockage.

A drainage survey is a process of examining the condition of a drainage system and finding out what has caused an issue, allowing you to decide upon the best solution to resolve it. The technology used to inspect and survey drains, sewers, and other piping types has become vital because of how safe, cost-effective, and quickly you can get results.

The equipment and techniques used in a survey are implemented in above-ground pipes like downpipes, ducting systems, soil stacks, storage tanks, vertical chutes, and more.

The primary uses for a drain survey are the following:

• To probe sewer and drain problems like blockage, pollution incidents, and poor flow rates, which can become a significant issue when left untreated.
• They are an essential part of planned preventive maintenance, allowing property owners to manage their costs and avoid highly-damaging drain and pipe failures.
• To support planned work on pipe repairs, replacement, and rehabilitation.
• They support construction projects, which are essential in identifying the connectivity of the drain system, and they allow design contractors to create a plan that meets regulatory controls.

Potential problems are determined when a survey is done. These problems can range from blockages, root branches, or structural issues like cracks, fractures, and collapse. CCTV drainage surveys are suitable for any property or building. These can include residential, commercial, industrial, or infrastructure such as roads, rails, utilities, etc.

Drainage companies specializing in surveys have the right expertise and equipment to do the survey required. You should expect the following in your choice of drainage company:

• The company should have accreditations showing proof that they can safely carry out the work, on time and to a high standard.
• The company should have access to specialist drainage services that are needed to ensure the CCTV survey can be completed.
• The company should have the latest equipment, techniques, and technology, which is used so reports can be provided in real-time, with the correct data included and presented in the best way for you.

Many indicators suggest something wrong with your drains, which causes you to have a drain survey. Few of them are the following: 

Drains are blocked

It is normal to have one drain clogged, but if the water backs up in other places, this is a significant sign of some build up and should really be fixed as soon as possible. It can also be a warning sign if the drains having the problems are one that is rarely used.

Water backing up

When using your plumbing, a significant indication of sewer backup or a plumbing problem waiting to happen is if water backs up elsewhere. An example is if you flush the toilet and hear sounds that you are not used to hearing, then this may mean that water is blocked and is trying to find another way to flow out. Another key to spot this is when using a toilet, you notice bubbling when running a tap close to it.

Bubbles

When the water in a drain attempts to get past a blockage, air can get stuck, which can trigger bubbling. To check if this is truly a clog, fill your sink, shower, and tub with a few inches of water and watch it drain to see if there are any bubbles.

Clogged Toilet

One of the most common ways of identifying a drainage issue is toilet problems. Things like your toilet not flushing like it used to, or when plunging it does not help; they can be essential signs. When plunging a toilet, bubbling normally occurs, but if the problem persists and you are doing this on a regular basis, then a drainage survey is needed to identify the issues and the best way to resolve them.