Camera Survey Essex

At Drainage and Hygiene Services Limited, our Camera Surveys in Essex provide a clear, non-invasive window into your underground pipework—uncovering blockages, cracks, root intrusions, misaligned joints and structural defects without disruptive digging. Whether you’re managing a domestic property in Colchester, overseeing a commercial site in Basildon, or maintaining a housing estate in Chelmsford, our Gas Safe– and WaterSafe–certified engineers deliver precision diagnostics that save you time, money and hassle.

How Our Camera Surveys Work

We begin every job with a site assessment to identify the best entry point—typically an existing manhole, inspection chamber or clean-out. From there, our team chooses between:

• Push-rod Cameras for runs up to 100 metres: lightweight, flexible rods that navigate straight or gently curved pipelines.
• Self-propelled Crawler Units for longer, larger-diameter or heavily silted systems: remote-steered cameras that deliver stable, high-flow inspections.

Each camera head features LED illumination and an integrated laser measurement system, allowing us to record pipe diameters, crack widths and abrupt offsets with millimetre precision. As the camera advances, you can watch live footage on our handheld monitor and ask questions in real time.

Comprehensive Diagnostics & Immediate Feedback

Our engineers don’t just record video—they annotate defects on the spot, capturing GPS-tagged stills and marking invert levels, pipe material changes and severity grades. Common issues we identify include:

• Grease cones and scale build-up
• Tree-root penetration at joints
• Collapsed or deformed pipe sections
• Poor gradients or misaligned connections

Once the run is complete, we pause for a quick debrief: you’ll see exactly where problems lie, and we’ll explain the implications and potential solutions before any further work begins.

Detailed Reporting & Practical Recommendations

Within 24 hours of your survey, you receive a fully annotated, UK Water Industry–compliant PDF report. It includes:

• A linear defect map showing each issue’s position and type
• High-resolution screenshots linked to timestamps
• Measured dimensions and defect severity ratings
• Clear, costed recommendations (jet-washing, spot repairs, no-dig relining or trench-based replacement)

This report is ideal for insurance claims, compliance audits, pre-purchase checks or planning maintenance schedules—giving you everything you need to make informed decisions.

Why Choose Drainage and Hygiene Services Limited?

• Expertise Across Essex
  We’ve surveyed Victorian clay sewers in Ingatestone, modern plastic networks in Southend-on-Sea, and everything in between.
• Rapid Response
  Same-day appointments and weekend slots ensure no project is delayed.
• Transparent Pricing
  Fixed survey fees, no hidden call-out charges, and clear follow-up quotes.
• Compliance & Peace of Mind
  Fully insured, Gas Safe & WaterSafe certified, with strict COSHH protocols and environmental safeguards.

Preventative Maintenance & Follow-On Services

Avoid recurring blockages or costly collapses with our tailored maintenance plans:

1. Annual Camera Survey + High-Pressure Jetting to clear grease, scale and debris.
2. Tree-Root Control and targeted chemical treatment.
3. Trenchless Relining backed by up to a 50-year warranty.

Each package can be customised to suit residential, commercial or public-sector needs—keeping your drains flowing smoothly year-round.

Book Your Camera Survey in Essex Today

Ready to see what’s happening beneath your floors, driveways or landscaping? Schedule a Camera Survey in under two minutes at thedrainagecompany.co.uk or call our Essex team on 01245 987654. You’ll receive an SMS arrival window, expert diagnostics and a detailed report—so you can tackle drain issues before they become emergencies.