A problem keeps returning
Investigate recurring blockages, slow drainage, leakage, odours or suspected root ingress instead of treating only the symptom.
CCTV drain surveys in Hampshire & Surrey
Clever Works Ltd inspects accessible underground drainage for homeowners, buyers and property professionals across Farnham, Surrey and Hampshire. Sometimes called a drain survey or drainage survey, the inspection uses a CCTV camera to check the inside of a pipe without digging it up. You receive recorded footage, a mapped drainage layout, clear condition findings and practical next steps.
DRAINAGE PLAN · LIVE TRACERECORDING
Based in
Farnham, Surrey
Serving
Surrey & Hampshire
Typical domestic visit
Often 1–2 hours
Core output
Footage, map & report
When a CCTV drain survey is the right next step
A CCTV drain survey uses camera inspections to record what can actually be seen inside accessible pipework - defects, blockages and damaged sections. It helps separate a one-off obstruction from a condition that needs repair, monitoring or further investigation.
Read the CCTV survey guideYou are buying a property
Check accessible underground drainage that may sit outside the scope of a standard building survey before you exchange contracts.
You need evidence before works
Record the condition and route of drainage before an extension, repair, handover or other planned construction work.
Evidence that is easy to review and act on
The precise deliverables are confirmed in your quotation. A full condition survey can bring the inspection record, site context and recommendations together in one report.
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CCTV DRAINAGE SURVEY
Coded observations
| CODE | OBSERVATION | POS |
|---|---|---|
| RF | Roots, fine | 4.1m |
| FC | Fracture, circumferential | 7.8m |
| JDL | Joint displaced, large | 11.2m |
| DES | Settled deposits, fine | 14.6m |
Illustrative extract. A survey report records codes and positions from the inspection.
1
Priority
Root cutting and re-survey of the affected run.
2
Recommended
CIPP point repair at the displaced joint, subject to assessment.
3
Monitor
Review deposits at the next inspection where appropriate.
Illustrative extract. A separate quotation is provided where remedial work is requested.
A survey process with a defined outcome
Access and visibility determine what can be inspected. We record those limitations rather than presenting assumptions as findings.
Define the purpose
We confirm the property, symptoms, known access points and who will rely on the report so the survey is scoped correctly.
Inspect and record
An engineer accesses the drainage system, records the reachable runs and logs relevant observations and locations.
Review the evidence
Footage and site information are checked and organised into a readable condition report and drainage layout.
Plan the next action
You receive the findings, recommended priorities and a clear route forward if cleaning, repair or further investigation is needed.
CCTV drain survey cost in Farnham
The price of a CCTV drain survey depends on the size of the property, how many drain runs need inspecting, how easy the access points are to reach and what the report has to support - a straightforward condition check costs less than a homebuyer report a lender will rely on. Because we are based in Farnham, GU9 and GU10 visits carry no long travel charge.
You receive a fixed written quotation before any work is booked, covering the agreed scope, the deliverables and the price. If cleaning or jetting is needed before the camera can see clearly, we say so and agree it first rather than adding it afterwards.
See the full cost guide with typical pricesCCTV drain surveys in Hampshire
Clever Works provides drain CCTV surveying across the Hampshire border towns, attending Alton, Aldershot and Farnborough without a travel surcharge. If the property is elsewhere in Hampshire, contact us with the postcode so we can confirm availability and any travel costs.
If the survey identifies a problem, the findings support the next step, whether that is drain repairs and relining or high-pressure water jetting.
CCTV drainage surveys in Farnborough
We carry out CCTV drainage surveys in Farnborough and the surrounding GU14 area, travelling from our Farnham base with no call-out surcharge. Every survey is recorded, with reporting coded to the WRc MSCC5 standard where the survey scope requires it, giving a clear written assessment of pipe condition.
Aldershot, Basingstoke and Camberley
We also provide CCTV drain surveys in Aldershot, CCTV drain surveys in Basingstoke (RG21-RG24) and CCTV drain surveys in Camberley (GU15-GU17), with the same recorded footage, mapped drainage layout and coded condition reporting.
CCTV drain surveys in Surrey
Clever Works is a Farnham company, so west and south-west Surrey is our home ground. We carry out CCTV drain surveys across Farnham, Guildford, Godalming, Haslemere, Camberley and Woking, recording the condition of the accessible drainage and coding the report to the WRc MSCC5 standard where the survey scope requires it.
A survey gives you a record of what is actually in the ground: where the runs go, which defects are present and how serious they are. That is what turns a recurring blockage or a pre-purchase worry into a decision you can make on evidence.
Clever Works is rated five stars across more than 250 Google reviews. If you are weighing up the spend first, our guide to drain survey costs sets out what changes the price.
Guildford, Godalming and Haslemere
We provide CCTV drain surveys in Guildford, Godalming and Haslemere, where Victorian clay drains under the older streets and shrink-swell ground on the weald clay are the two faults we see most often.
Camberley, Frimley and Woking
We also cover CCTV drain surveys in Camberley (GU15-GU17), Frimley and Woking, with the same recorded footage, mapped drainage layout and coded condition reporting.
A Farnham company serving both sides of the Surrey–Hampshire border
Clever Works provides CCTV drainage surveys in Farnham, Wrecclesham, Badshot Lea, Rowledge and surrounding GU9 and GU10 areas, as well as nearby Surrey and North Hampshire towns. Being local makes it easier to discuss access, survey scope and any follow-on work with the same team.
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CCTV drain survey questions, answered clearly
Who carries out CCTV drain surveys in Farnham?
Clever Works Ltd is a Farnham-based drainage company carrying out CCTV drain surveys across Farnham, Surrey and Hampshire. Our surveys combine recorded footage with clear findings, a drainage layout and practical recommendations.
What is included in a CCTV drain survey report?
The agreed scope can include recorded footage, inspected-run details, an annotated drainage layout, condition observations, selected defect images and recommended next steps. Tell us at quotation stage if a lender, insurer, water company or designer has specific requirements.
How long does a CCTV drain survey take?
A straightforward domestic inspection is commonly completed in one to two hours. The final duration depends on access, the number and length of drain runs, their condition and whether cleaning is needed before a clear inspection can be made.
Can a survey find roots, cracks or displaced joints?
A camera inspection can record visible defects such as root ingress, fractures, displaced joints, deposits, deformation and obstructions in accessible pipework. Findings are limited by access and visibility, which we explain in the report.
Do you provide homebuyer drain surveys?
Yes. We survey accessible drainage for property buyers and provide evidence that can support an informed purchase decision. The report records what was inspected, what was found and any recommended action.
How much does a CCTV drain survey cost?
Price depends on the property, access, network size and reporting requirements. Clever Works provides a clear quotation before the work starts, so the agreed scope and price are set out in advance.
Tell us what you need to understand underground.
Share the property address, the problem or purpose, and any deadline. We will confirm the suitable survey and provide a clear quotation. Clever Works has more than 250 five-star Google reviews.