How Much Does a CCTV Drain Survey Cost — What Bournemouth Homeowners Should Know

💷 What is a CCTV Drain Survey?

A CCTV drain survey is a visual inspection of underground pipes using a specialist camera. It helps identify blockages, cracks, root ingress, or collapsed pipes. For many Bournemouth homeowners, a CCTV survey is requested:

• Before purchasing a property, especially older homes.

• When experiencing recurring drain blockages.

• To find the root cause of smells, damp or flooding.

📊 How Much Does It Cost in the UK? What the Research Says

Based on recent UK data:

• Basic CCTV survey typically costs £85–£235 HomeHow+2Checkatrade+2

• Full survey with report and footage: £200–£350 Drainage Bourne Mouth+2HomeHow+2

• For larger or “complex” properties, costs can go higher: £350–£450+ depending on drain length, number of access points, extra manholes, etc. Checkatrade+1

🔍 What Affects the Cost?

For a CCTV survey in Bournemouth (or similar Dorset areas), here are factors that tend to increase or reduce the estimate:

• Size and layout of the drain network (long run, many branches)

• Ease of access — deep underground, under driveways, or behind landscaping adds labour/time

• Presence of blockages or damage — if the survey reveals a blockage, clearing might need to happen first

• Deliverables — whether you want mapping, full report, video, still images, and whether it’s insurer or homebuyer compliant

• Time of call / urgency — emergency or out-of-hours work tends to cost more

✅ Is It Worth the Money?

Yes — in many cases. Here’s why:

• You’ll have certainty about the condition of your drains, avoiding surprises later like structural damage or flooding.

• If you’re selling or buying a property in Bournemouth, a survey can support negotiations or ensure compliance.

• It helps plan for repairs — re-lining or pipe replacement — more precisely, so the cost of doing it right once is usually lower than repeated fixes.

📍 Local Context: Bournemouth & Dorset

For a standard 2–3 bed house in Bournemouth:

• Expect a basic inspection to cost somewhere between £100–£200 depending on access and length of run.

• Full report with video + recommendations might cost £200–£300+, especially if multiple access points and sections need checking.

24 Hour Drain Unblocking provides tailored CCTV surveys in Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole, Southbourne, Highcliffe. We believe in transparent quotes with no hidden fees.

📞 What to Ask Before Booking

When you call for a quote, here are key things to ask:

1. Is jetting or clearing blockages included if needed before the camera can pass?

2. Will I get video + still images + a written report + mapping of the drains?

3. Is VAT included?

4. How many manholes/covers are involved (each extra may add cost)?

5. Are there any emergency / weekend surcharges?

Call to Action

If you’re thinking of a CCTV drain survey in Bournemouth — whether for peace of mind or to resolve ongoing drain issues — call 24 Hour Drain Unblocking on 01202 028 818 for a free, no-obligation quote. We’ll explain exactly what you’re paying for and why, so you don’t get surprises.