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We were contacted by a property owner in Beckenham, Kent, shortly after she had completed the purchase of her new home. During our initial conversation, the client explained that she wished to divert existing drainage pipework within the garden. Based on the first description, the issue appeared fairly routine; however, once photographs were provided, it became immediately clear that the situation was far more serious than first anticipated.

At Drainsmart, we understand that your design and planning require more than just a basic camera inspection; you need precision mapping and verified pipe routes. This need is precisely what our Comprehensive Architect CCTV camera inspection Package is designed to fulfil.

For property owners across London, discovering you have a rodent infestation can be a deeply unsettling and persistent problem. Rats and mice often gain access to your home via faults in the underground drainage system, using broken pipes and redundant connections as an underground motorway straight into your building. Dealing with the immediate presence of a rodent is only half the battle; to achieve a permanent solution, you must identify and seal the precise point of entry

Every Drainsmart CCTV package is built upon a foundation of comprehensive service, ensuring you receive a clear, actionable picture of your drainage system’s condition. All of our surveys, regardless of the package chosen, typically allow for the inspection of up to three manholes.

For property owners and facilities managers in London, the arrival of winter brings more than just cold weather; it introduces the highly destructive phenomenon known as the freeze-thaw cycle. This is not simply a period of consistent cold, but the repeated shift between sub-zero temperatures at night and slightly warmer, above-freezing conditions during the day. 

The winter season, with its festive holidays and colder temperatures, typically marks an increase in home cooking and large family meals. While this brings welcome warmth and tradition, it also introduces a significant and recurring problem for urban drainage systems: the excessive disposal of Fat, Oil, and Grease (FOG). As a dedicated London drainage company, Drainsmart understands that the period between late autumn and early spring sees a marked rise in call-outs for block

As a leading London drainage company, Drainsmart is all too familiar with the cyclical nature of property maintenance issues. While summer brings its challenges, the arrival of winter, with its plummeting temperatures and persistent moisture, presents a very distinct and often severe set of problems for both residential and commercial properties across the capital. Of these, issues stemming from exposed outdoor pipework are arguably the most destructive and preventable.

As the air begins to chill and we move towards the latter part of the year 2025, homeowners and businesses across London are taking a proactive step to protect their properties. At Drainsmart, we’ve seen a significant increase in requests for CCTV drain surveys in London as the capital prepares for the unpredictable weather of winter 2026. This isn't just routine maintenance; it's a savvy move to prevent disaster and save a small fortune on emergency repairs.

At Drainsmart, we understand that purchasing a new home is one of the most significant investments you'll ever make. It is a period of great excitement, but also one that is full of due diligence, as you seek to uncover every detail about the property you're about to call your own. While the bricks and mortar, the roof, and the electrics are typically at the forefront of a buyer's mind, a crucial element that is often overlooked is the state of the underground drainage system

At Drainsmart, leading providers of home buyer drain surveys in London, we’re often asked this crucial question by prospective homeowners: "Do I really need a drain survey when buying a property in the UK?" While it's not a legal requirement, our unequivocal answer is yes, it's highly recommended! It’s an essential step that can save you significant stress, disruption, and unexpected costs down the line.

As a leading drainage company based in London, Drainsmart frequently advises prospective homeowners on the condition of a property's hidden infrastructure. When you're in the midst of the exciting, yet often stressful, process of buying a new house in the UK, a myriad of surveys will likely be discussed.

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