
CCTV Drainage Surveys in Wolverhampton
Need a reliable drainage inspection in Wolverhampton? Our CCTV drainage surveys deliver clear, professional insight into your underground systems — helping developers, contractors and property owners make informed decisions without excavation delays.
Using HD crawler cameras, we assess internal pipe condition and collect key data: invert levels, diameter, discharge type, flow direction and any structural defects.
Your survey includes:
- A full PDF report with mapped observations and condition grading
- HD video footage and high-quality stills
- An indicative drainage layout sketch as standard
- Optional CAD drawings when combined with topographical or measured building surveys
Whether you’re seeking build-over approval, verifying drainage assets, or buying a property, we provide trusted drainage clarity across Wolverhampton and the West Midlands.
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When & Why You Need a CCTV Drainage Survey
Think your drains are just “a bit slow”? It could be something far more serious.
Here’s when a CCTV drainage survey becomes non-negotiable:
- Buying or selling a property in Wolverhampton? A drainage survey reveals hidden issues that could derail the sale.
- Persistent blockages or foul smells? That’s your drains trying to tell you something.
- Subsidence or cracks near pipe runs? Damaged drains could be the root cause.
- Major refurbishments or extensions? Councils and architects often require a pre-build drainage inspection.
Our surveys uncover:
- Collapsed or cracked pipes
- Root ingress
- Silt build-up or fatbergs
- Poor historical repairs
- Pipe misalignments
- ISO 9001 certified for quality management
- Gold member of Constructionline
- Acclaim Health & Safety accredited
- All surveyors CSCS certified
- Member of The Survey Association (TSA)
- Regulated by the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES)

Why Choose Terrain Surveys?
Local Expertise
With boots on the ground across the West Midlands — including Wolverhampton — we know the area’s drainage challenges inside out. From Victorian terraced streets to new-build estates on clay soil, we’ve surveyed the lot.
And because we’ve worked with everyone from local councils to private homeowners, we know how to adapt our reporting depending on who’s reading it — whether it’s you, your buyer, or your insurer.
Accreditations & Guarantees
We don’t just talk the talk. Our CCTV Drainage survey work is backed by some of the most robust accreditations in the industry:
That means our reports meet strict industry standards — and are accepted by insurers, builders and building control without any back-and-forth.
Trusted Team
We’ve built our reputation on reliability.
Every surveyor at Terrain Surveys is trained in the latest drainage tech and coding standards. So when we say you’ve got a fracture at 17.3 metres from the manhole — we mean it.
And our admin team? Fast, friendly and proactive. Need a quote turned around in 24 hours? Done. Want to book in a rush survey before exchange? We’ve got you.
Accreditations

Our CCTV Drainage Survey Process
We keep it simple. Fast. And thorough.
Here’s how it works:
1. Pre-survey call
We’ll chat through your concerns and the site setup. No jargon. Just clear expectations.
2. Site visit
Our engineers arrive with a fully equipped van — including push-rod cameras, crawler units, and dye testing kits.
3. Drainage access and camera insertion
We use the nearest access point (like a manhole or gully) to insert the camera and begin the inspection.
4. Live inspection
We’ll record and annotate everything in real time — from structural damage to minor debris build-up.
5. On-the-spot feedback
If you’re on-site, we’ll walk you through the findings straight away.
6. Detailed report
Within 48 hours, you get a full written report, site plan and high-resolution imagery — all digitally delivered.
Need it faster? Just ask.
- Clear summary of findings
- Annotated site plan
- Photographic and video evidence
- Structural condition grading
- Drainage layout mapping
- Recommendations for repair or further action

What Your Report Includes
No fluff. No filler. Just what you need.
Your Wolverhampton drainage survey report will include:
Everything’s compiled in a format that insurers, surveyors, architects and local authorities understand and accept.
- Pinpoint accuracy
Find exactly where — and what — the problem is. No guesswork. - Non-invasive
No digging. No disruption. No drama. - Cost-effective
Avoid unnecessary repairs and identify minor issues before they turn major. - Legal and planning-ready
Perfect for Build Over Agreements, Party Wall Notices and council planning submissions. - Total peace of mindKnow your drainage is sound — or what to do if it’s not.

Key Benefits
What’s in it for you?
- Walsall
- Dudley
- Telford
- Birmingham
- Cannock
- Stourbridge
- And surrounding areas
Service Areas
Based in the Midlands and covering Wolverhampton daily, we’re always close by when you need us.
We also cover:
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
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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