CCTV Drainage Surveys in Dartford
Need fast, non-intrusive drainage inspection in Dartford? Our CCTV drainage surveys are trusted by developers, engineers, facilities managers and private homeowners alike — delivering clear, actionable insight into underground pipework with zero disruption.
Using advanced HD crawler cameras, we assess structural condition, flow direction, pipe diameter, invert levels and discharge type. Whether you’re managing a commercial site or buying a home, our surveys help you make confident, informed decisions.
What you get:
- A professional PDF report with mapped defects and condition grades
- HD video footage and stills
- An indicative drainage layout sketch
- Optional CAD deliverables when paired with topo or measured building surveys
Ideal for build-over approvals, site risk assessments, pre-acquisition checks and legacy system mapping across Dartford and the wider Thames Gateway.
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When’s the Right Time to Book a CCTV Drainage Survey?
It’s easy to put off. But ignoring what’s happening underground can cost you a fortune later.
Here’s when a survey makes real sense:
- Before buying or selling property: Avoid surprises, negotiate with confidence.
- Planning an extension or build: Check drainage positions to avoid costly reroutes.
- Dealing with damp, smells or blockages: Find the root cause — fast.
- Post-flooding: Assess structural damage inside the drainage system.
- Insurance claims: Provide solid, time-stamped evidence of damage.
And because our surveys are completely non-invasive, they’re ideal for sensitive sites and tight timeframes.
- ISO 9001: Recognised international quality standard.
- ConstructionLine Gold: Pre-qualified and procurement-ready.
- CICES members: We’re not just camera operators — we’re surveying specialists.
- CSCS-qualified team: Every operative is site-ready and certified.
Why Work With Terrain Surveys?
Dartford-Savvy Surveyors
Drainage around Dartford is a mixed bag — older terraced street runs, sprawling warehouse systems, and everything in between. We’ve seen it all. That local insight means we know what to expect before we even lift the first manhole.
Trusted. Certified. Properly Accredited.
With us, it’s not just about the tech — it’s about trust. We carry full accreditation with:
We’re also SSIP compliant, and all reports are produced to WRC MSCC5.
People You Can Actually Talk To
We pride ourselves on being genuinely helpful. That means we explain what we find in plain English, advise on next steps, and work alongside your builders or insurers to get things resolved quickly.
Accreditations
How Our CCTV Drainage Surveys Work
We’ve boiled the process down to a fine art:
1. You book
Tell us what’s going on and what you need.
2. We arrive
Our team shows up on time, fully kitted out and ready to go.
3. We inspect
High-definition cameras navigate through your drains, capturing live footage.
4. We analyse
Our engineers review everything, identify issues, and pull together your report.
5. You get answers
No faff, no fluff — just straight-talking insight and recommendations.
Most surveys take just a few hours, with reports delivered within 48 hours of inspection.
- Full video footage of the internal pipework
- High-res still images of defects and features
- Drainage layout plan showing access points and direction of survey
- Industry standard defect coding
- Straightforward summary of key findings
- Tailored recommendations for repair, maintenance or further action
What You’ll Receive
We don’t just hand you a USB stick and disappear.
Here’s what your deliverables include:
If you’re passing this to a builder, insurance company or facilities manager — they’ll have exactly what they need.
- Certainty: Know the exact condition of your underground assets.
- Savings: Fix the right problem, not just the visible symptoms.
- Speed: We work fast — and our reports help speed up decision-making.
- Confidence: Whether you’re buying, building or troubleshooting — you’ve got the full picture.
What You Get Out of It
Still wondering if a drainage survey is worth it?
Here’s what you gain:
- Central Dartford
- Greenhithe
- Stone
- Wilmington
- Temple Hill
- Darenth
- Hawley
- Crayford
Our Dartford Coverage
We serve every corner of Dartford including:
We also cover surrounding areas like Bexley, Swanscombe, Gravesend and Longfield.
Customer Reviews & Case Studies
Reviews
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.
CCTV Drainage Survey FAQ
FAQS
If you’ve got a question about a CCTV Drainage Survey you might find the answer below:
Most domestic surveys in Bedford cost about £500 + VAT, while larger commercial surveys tend to cost a bit more due to scale and complexity.
A typical single-line inspection takes 1–2 hours, including setup, survey and on-site debrief.
Yes. We require safe entry points—manholes or inspection chambers—to launch the camera. If these aren’t on your property, we’ll advise on alternatives.
Absolutely. We can stream the video feed to a tablet or monitor on-site so you see exactly what we see.
Our Recent CCTV Drainage Surveys
We conduct CCTV drainage surveys on a regular basis, up and down the country. Below are some of our most noteworthy CCTV drainage survey projects.
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Topographical, Utility and CCTV surveys – Bank House, Milton Keynes
With 3 distinct surveys all needing to take place around an ongoing demolition, co ordination was key to making sure the work…
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CCTV drainage and PAS128 surveys on a busy stretch of road near Leeds
Find out how by working night shifts with traffic management in place, we managed to conduct CCTV drainage and PAS128 surveys on…
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Comprehensive Surveys at Cobdown Sports Facility in Ditton Kent
Provide detailed and accurate surveys of a multi-purpose sports facility in Ditton, Kent
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CCTV Drainage Condition/Connectivity Survey near Birmingham
Without details and accurate plans of the existing drainage infrastructure, proposals and designs for future construction works could not progress. Terrain Surveys…
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CCTV Drainage Survey at St. Edmund’s College in Ware, Hertfordshire
Undertake a CCTV Drainage and Connectivity Survey at the historic St Edmund’s College & Prep School in Ware, Hertfordshire
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CCTV Drainage Investigation Survey at Capital Park, Cambridge
Our client required an extensive CCTV drainage connectivity survey of Capital Park
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CCTV Drainage Investigation Survey in Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire
Our CCTV Drainage Survey team were instructed to undertake an investigation of an inverted syphon running under the River Stort in Bishop’s Stortford
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Measured Surveys of a School in Warwick
Undertake a variety of measured surveys at a school in Warwick
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CCTV Survey of Culverted Watercourse in St Neots, Cambridgeshire
CCTV condition survey of a culverted watercourse located beneath industrial units
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