CCTV Drain Surveys in Hertfordshire
Blocked drain? Unpleasant odours? Buying or renovating a property? Terrain Surveys provides professional CCTV drain surveys across Hertfordshire to help you get answers—fast.
From our local head office, we cover the entire county with fixed pricing, rapid response times, and detailed, easy-to-understand reports. Whether you’re in St Albans, Watford, or one of Hertfordshire’s many historic towns and growing suburbs, we’ll get to you quickly—often the same day.
Our surveys cause minimal disruption, use advanced HD camera equipment, and come with clear, expert recommendations—giving you peace of mind and a clear path forward.
- Fast Response – Hertfordshire Coverage, All Local Access
- Expertise in Hertfordshire's Drainage Systems
- Clear, Fixed, Competitive Pricing
- ISO 9001 Certified Quality
With decades of experience and accreditation to match, we deliver work to the highest quality assurance standards.
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What customers say about Terrain Surveys
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Terrain Surveys Ltd have carried out a first class service of locating a drain pipe under my garden. Particular praise must go to Gareth and Euan, the onsite operatives who performed a first class survey on an extremely hot day. Consideration and care was exercised in my and my neighbours garden. Praise must also go to Sue in the office. All requests and questions were quickly responded to. Thank you.
Terrain Surveys have provided consistently high quality digital surveys for us for over a decade and we continue to use them through our work all over the UK - highly recommended
We have been working with Terrain surveys for more than 15 years. Terrain provide us with Topographic Surveys, Measured Building Surveys, 3D Revit Models and BIM, to an extremely high standard. They always provide excellent service and guidance throughout the entire process, and I would highly recommend their services.
Great surveys at competitive prices. Have used on two large jobs now and work has always been completed on time with the detail required. Recommended.
I gained quotes from 5 different surveyors for the same job, terrain came £700 cheaper then competitors.
- Competitive price
- High-definition video footage
- Accurate defect diagnosis
- Fully illustrated PDF report
- Free expert recommendations and next steps
- Optional CAD or drainage mapping for architects & developers
- Peace of mind knowing what (if any) problems are down there and exactly where they are.
What You"ll Get
- Tree roots growing into clay or ageing pipework
- Collapsed or fractured drains caused by ground movement or age
- Fat, grease and scale build-up leading to partial blockages
- Cracks and deformities in outdated or poorly installed pipes
- Rodent access points ( hidden holes and broken chambers)
- Displaced joints disrupting flow and causing build-up
- Standing water from improper gradients or silt accumulation
- Unapproved or shared connections that breach regulations
Common issues in Hertfordshire
Whether you’re dealing with slow drainage, unpleasant smells, or buying a home, a CCTV drain survey can quickly uncover the hidden causes — especially in Hertfordshire, where a mix of older properties and modern builds means drainage systems vary widely.
Our expert team, using the latest high-definition camera equipment, commonly identify:
Every issue is clearly recorded and explained in your report, with no guesswork and no jargon — just expert advice on the next steps to get it sorted.
When to book a CCTV Drain Survey
Whether you're dealing with a known drainage problem or want peace of mind, CCTV drain surveys are a fast and effective way to uncover what’s going on underground.
Homebuyers
Ensure the drains are in good condition before you complete your purchase
Landlords & Letting Agents
Meet legal obligations and avoid tenant complaints
Developers & Builders
Get pre- and post-construction condition surveys
Property Managers
Prevent long-term damage through early detection
Insurance Claims
Gather accurate evidence for storm or flood damage
Recurring Drainage Problems
Finally get to the root cause and fix it for good
- St Albans – with its Roman roots and dense terraced housing, drainage issues can be hard to trace without professional help
- Watford & Hemel Hempstead – rapid development has led to complex, overlapping systems that benefit from clear reporting
- Welwyn Garden City & Hatfield – mixed-use zones often require pre-build or pre-purchase surveys.
- Hertford, Hitchin, Letchworth & Royston – character properties and older pipework can hide long-standing faults
- Stevenage, Bishop’s Stortford & Cheshunt – planned estates and business parks often need CCTV surveys for planned works or insurance claims.
We know Hertfordshire inside out
CCTV drain surveys in Hertfordshire aren’t just about turning up fast — they’re about understanding the unique mix of rural, suburban, and historic drainage systems found across the county. From period cottages in market towns to post-war estates and modern commercial units, we’ve surveyed thousands of properties across Hertfordshire’s towns and villages.
We’re based here, and we know the area well. That means we understand how older clay pipes, shared drainage arrangements, and private sewers can affect properties in places like St Albans, Watford, Hemel Hempstead, Hitchin, Stevenage and beyond.
We regularly carry out CCTV drain surveys in:
Wherever you’re based in Hertfordshire, we’ll deliver a fast, cost-effective, and accurate drain survey — backed by local insight and national-level quality standards.
- HD CCTV footage (video file or USB upon request)
- Easy-to-understand PDF report with condition grading
- Drainage system layout with defect locations, and details
- Full walk-through with an engineer to ensure you understand everything
- Recommendations for next steps
- Optional CAD drawings and WRC-compliant outputs
- Ready to share with builder, architect, insurers etc.
Your drain survey report
Our reports are designed to be clear, visual, and useful—whether you're a homeowner, contractor, or insurance provider.
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Accreditations
6 key reasons to choose Terrain Surveys
Why us
Experienced
Established in 2004 by three founding directors determined to improve surveying standards, Terrain Surveys Ltd was created with a commitment to excellence.Highly rated
Terrain Surveys strives to be the survey company of choice through a wide scope of knowledge and a constant drive for excellence. We pride ourselves on the quality of service provided, including customer service, survey deliverables, training, education, and the systems we operate.Focus on sustainability
As a leading provider of measured survey services, Terrain Surveys understands the critical role our work plays in shaping the built environment. We are committed to integrating sustainable practices into every aspect of our operations.Qualified and accredited
Terrain Surveys Ltd holds the ISO 9001:2015 accreditation, reflecting our commitment to quality management systems and consistent service delivery. Additionally, our team includes professionals with various industry-specific qualifications and certifications, such as membership in the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES).Diverse and growing team
Our strength lies in our team, whose experience and knowledge, coupled with investment in training and technology, enable efficient work and the production of high-quality, accurate measured surveys that meet clients' strict deadlines.Nationwide coverage
Terrain Surveys provides comprehensive national coverage across the UK, ensuring clients receive consistent, high-quality surveying services wherever they are. With strategically located offices, the company is well-positioned to deliver efficient and tailored solutions to meet a variety of client needs.
CCTV Drain Survey FAQ
FAQS
If you’ve got a question about a CCTV Drainage Survey you might find the answer below:
Typically our CCTV drain surveys cost from £499 +VAT. The price is affected by the scale of the pipe network that you want us to survey. We’ll give you an exact, no obligation quote once we know more about what you need. Get in touch.
If you’ve agreed to our quote, we’ll aim to get there as quickly as possible and at a time that works for you. We can do same day visits too but it depends on availability of our operatives.
Typically between 1-2 hours, but it depends on the size of the pipe network you want us to survey.
No. Normally, we just need to lift a manhole or access junction lid and send a camera down. Once we’re done, we’ll replace the lid. There shouldn’t be any digging needed unless the lid is buried.
Yes, absolutely. Many water authorities require a CCTV drain survey as part of a build-over application when construction work is planned near or over a public sewer. Our surveys are fully compliant with water authority standards. Just let us know when you speak to us.
It’s a good idea for you to be present, so you can discuss the drainage system with the surveyor, and to provide any access to the grounds where the access junction is located. Once we have the access we need you don’t need to be present.
Planning a building project in Hertfordshire?
If you’re planning to build over a sewer, many local water authorities (like Affinity Water) require a pre-build CCTV drain survey. Our surveys meet all water authority standards and are accepted as part of build-over applications. We also offer:
- Pre-adoption surveys for new developments
- Post-works validation to confirm proper installation
- Mapping and tracing for design and planning teams
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