Many property owners and property management companies know little about the "CCTV pipe survey" service, and some even assume it is only needed for large-scale projects. In fact, a CCTV pipe survey is a relatively low-cost inspection method that can greatly reduce later repair costs.
How does a CCTV pipe survey work?
A technician feeds a waterproof camera into the drain to observe its condition in real time — including the location of blockages, cracks in the pipe, leak points, root intrusion, and even structural problems such as pipe displacement or collapse. A recording and report can be provided, clearly showing where the problem is and at what depth.
Why survey first, then clear the drain?
If repairs or drain clearing are carried out directly without a survey, "blind work" easily happens — that is, cutting into pipes at random or repeatedly clearing the drain without understanding the root of the problem, which only treats the symptoms and can even waste extra money. With a CCTV pipe survey, you can:
- Pinpoint the problem accurately, reducing unnecessary excavation or trial-and-error repairs.
- Provide a clear report, making it easier for owners / property management companies to decide on the repair plan and budget.
- Serve as a due diligence tool for the condition of the drains before buying or selling a property or village house.
In which situations is a CCTV pipe survey especially recommended?
Persistent recurring blockages, suspected pipe ageing or leaks, routine inspection of a building's shared drains, and confirming the routing of underground drains before construction work begins on a site are all common applications of a CCTV pipe survey.
Motion Waste Management Limited provides CCTV pipe survey services, combined with septic tank, grease trap, drain clearing and sludge/slurry removal services, so we can attend in a single visit — survey first, then carry out the work — reducing the time and cost of repeated visits.