CCTV Drain Surveys in Greenwich

Common cctv drain surveys problems in Greenwich

• ✓ Pre-purchase surveys on Georgian townhouses around Greenwich Park and the Cutty Sark, where original drain runs are frequently well over a century old
• ✓ Tidal groundwater assessments for waterfront and Peninsula properties near the Thames Barrier, where river-level fluctuation puts recurring pressure on low-lying drainage
• ✓ Recurring blockage diagnosis on Victorian terraces in Woolwich and Charlton, where root infiltration from street trees is a frequent underlying cause
• ✓ Gradient-related drainage faults on the steep streets around Shooters Hill and Blackheath, where changes in fall along a run accelerate silt build-up and joint wear
• ✓ Drain mapping for extensions and conversions in Kidbrooke and Plumstead, where new development sits alongside much older shared drain infrastructure

Our approach in Greenwich

We access the drain through the nearest manhole, inspection chamber or rodding eye and pass an HD waterproof camera through the complete run to the public sewer connection. Every fault is classified to WRCm standards by location, type and severity as it's recorded. A written report with footage, still images and repair recommendations is delivered within 24-48 hours of the survey.

Local tip: Greenwich's steep topography means a drain survey should always note the gradient of the run, not just its condition — a shallow-fall section on the flatter ground near Woolwich or Thamesmead silts up in a completely different pattern to a steep run off Shooters Hill. If you're buying in the borough, book the full pre-purchase survey before exchange: it is far cheaper to negotiate a repair off the price than to fund it yourself the month after completion.