CCTV Drain Survey Cost (UK)
Typical price ranges, what affects cost, and how to choose the right level of survey so you don't pay twice.
Not sure what you need? Ask DrainageGPT about your situation (purchase, recurring blockages, suspected collapse) for a quick recommendation.
Typical price ranges
- Look-see check: ~£100–£200 (short run, minimal reporting)
- Pre-purchase / insurance-grade: ~£250–£500+ (coded report, stills/video, mapping where included)
- Large/complex sites: quotation based on scope
What affects price
- Cleaning required: jetting/descaling so defects are visible
- Length & diameter: more pipe = more time
- Tracing/mapping: sonde and locator work adds time
- Access & depth: internal access or deep chambers
- Reporting level: simple notes vs full coding/stills/video
- Urgency/out-of-hours: premium for emergencies
Choosing the right survey (avoid paying twice)
- Buying a property? Go for a coded report with footage and mapping.
- Recurring blockages? Include cleaning and full reporting, not just a quick look.
- Insurance claim? Ensure defect coding and clear recommendations are included.
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