Always wanted to extend your property? Before you rush into anything, it’s a good idea to get a professional build-over CCTV drain survey in Gravesend.
A build-over CCTV drain survey (also known as a pre-build drain survey) can show you the exact location and condition of the drains that lie close to, or under, where you plan to build. It’s important to know such details when planning an extension so you don’t disturb pre-existing pipework.
Build-Over CCTV Drain Surveys Gravesend
In addition to this, the local water authority will insist a survey is completed to ensure access to the drains is not restricted and that the work being done won’t affect their drainage infrastructure.
At Certified Drain Surveys Ltd, we have been providing build-over CCTV drain surveys in Gravesend for the past 15 years and utilise the most advanced technology on the market.
Here we look at just a few ways you can benefit from a build-over CCTV drain survey:
- Help with decision-making ahead of the project
- Compliance with the local water authority requirements
- Establish the location of the drainage system through drain mapping
- Check the condition of the drains (identify issues such as leaks, blockages, damages, etc.)
- Find out the size and depth of the drain
- Prevent damage to existing drainage and sewage network
What’s more, we compile all information from the build-over CCTV drain survey in Gravesend into a report in a way that’s easy to understand. This means you can present it to the local water authority when informing them of your proposed plans.
If you would like to book a build-over CCTV drain survey in Gravesend, call 0800 955 7 955 today. Alternatively, if there is anything you’re unsure about, or you have a question regarding our surveys, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. You can either fill out our online enquiry form or email info@accelerateddrainservices.co.uk, and a member of the team will respond as soon as possible.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a build-over drain survey for?
If you’ve got plans to add an extension or conservatory, you’ll need to apply for planning permission and obtain a build-over agreement.
Put simply, this is a legal document that protects sewers and drains from any damage or disruption and allows water companies to access such areas for routine maintenance and repairs.
To acquire a build-over agreement for your construction, a build-over drain survey (also known as a pre-build CCTV survey) must be carried out to ensure drains will not be restricted, or worse, at risk of being damaged or collapsing.
Organising a pre-conditional build-over drain survey in Gravesend will take an in-depth look at the layout of the drainage system, the structural integrity of the pipes and how water is flowing. It will also identify any issues that need addressing before your building work commences.
A post-conditional survey should also be completed to confirm that your construction hasn’t impeded on the public sewer or drainage system in any way.
To find out more about our build-over surveys in Gravesend and the surrounding areas in Kent, don’t hesitate to get in touch.
What are the benefits of arranging a build-over drain survey in Gravesend?
Building over an existing drain or sewer can potentially cause damage to pre-existing pipework – resulting in mass disruption.
However, a pre-build CCTV survey can help improve decision-making ahead of a construction project, offering valuable insight into the location, condition, depth and size of the drainage infrastructure.
Arranging for the team at Certified Drains to conduct a build-over drain survey in Gravesend will give you the peace of mind that all drains are in good working order – both before and after building work commences.
A build-over drain survey will also enable the property owner to comply with the local authority requirements which were implemented in October 2011, ensuring that the water board’s access to drains is not impeded and that work won’t affect the drainage infrastructure close by.
For more reasons why you should arrange a build-over survey in Gravesend, call 0800 955 7955.
Will a build-over survey take long to complete?
A build-over CCTV drain survey in Gravesend shouldn’t take much more than a couple of hours to complete, depending on the complexity of the drainage system.
The good news is that, here at Certified Drains, our engineers ensure little disruption for you and your neighbours. We’ll work as quickly as possible, allowing you to attain a build-over agreement and get started on your project without delay.
As well as having a survey carried out before building work, we also recommend having one afterwards – just to verify that your construction hasn’t compromised the local sewer or drainage infrastructure.
If you’d like to know more about our build-over drain surveys in Gravesend, be sure to contact us.
What do you charge for a build-over drain survey in Gravesend?
Build-over drain surveys in Gravesend vary in cost, depending on the size, complexity and accessibility of the drainage system within 3m of your planned work.
Here at Certified Drains, we pride ourselves on offering some of the most competitive rates in the area – saving you from breaking the bank.
Our engineers use only the most reliable equipment to conduct pre-build CCTV drain surveys. A detailed report, which will be required to give your work the green light, is included in the price, too.
To receive a free, no-obligation quote, feel free to call us on 0800 955 7955.
