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Professional CCTV Drain Surveys - MSCC5 Coded, WRC-Compliant Reporting

Clear evidence. Clear grading. Clear recommendations.

For homebuyers, homeowners and commercial clients who need certainty — not guesswork.

Established 47 years

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What Is a CCTV Drain Survey?

A CCTV drain survey is a structured internal inspection of your drainage system using specialist camera equipment.

We don’t just “run a camera through”. We inspect, record, code and report — identifying defects such as:

Cracks and fractures

Root ingress

Deformation

Open joints

Collapses / restrictions

Poor connections and misalignment

Signs of infiltration / ingress

Every finding is backed by video evidence and documented clearly.

Who Needs a CCTV Survey?

Essential for Homeowners, Developers & Commercial Clients

Homebuyers & Property Transactions

If you’re buying a property — especially older homes, rural properties, or anything with extensions — a drainage survey can prevent expensive surprises after completion.

Homeowners with Recurring Problems

If the same blockage keeps returning, the cause is often structural — not “bad luck”.

Renovations & Extensions

Before building over, extending or altering drainage, you need clarity on layout, condition and responsibility.

Commercial Clients & Property Managers

For maintenance planning, compliance, ongoing issues, or keeping sites operational with minimal disruption.

Insurance / Evidence Requirements

Where you need clear documentation and evidence-led recommendations.

Call now to discuss your options and book.

How We Carry Out a CCTV Drain Survey

This is our simple, structured process:

Initial scope

We confirm what you need: single run investigation, full system survey, or a targeted inspection for a known issue.

CCTV inspection

A high-definition survey of accessible runs and chambers. We record all footage and key defects.

MSCC5 defect coding

Findings are classified using the Manual of Sewer Condition Classification (MSCC5) — the recognised industry standard.

WRC-compliant reporting

You receive a structured written report with:

Repair suitability advice (where required)

If lining, patch repairs, root cutting or excavation is required, we advise based on evidence — not assumption.

Post-survey support is included — we’ll talk you through exactly what’s been found.

Why Get a CCTV Drain Survey?

A properly conducted CCTV drain survey protects you from:

A good survey doesn’t just identify drain defects — it empowers you to make decisions.

What’s Included in a Drain Survey

Our Domestic Surveys

For your home

Whether you’re buying a new home, planning renovations or simply want to understand the condition of your drainage system, a domestic CCTV drain survey can provide the answers you need.

CCTV Inspection & Drainage Report

Roman Rod will produce a comprehensive inspection report. 

Drain Survey Report

Roman Rod will produce a written report. 

Our Commercial Surveys

For your business

Our commercial CCTV drain surveys provide a detailed, non-invasive inspection of your drains and sewers, helping to identify defects and blockages before they become more serious.

CCTV Inspection & Drainage Report

Roman Rod will produce a comprehensive inspection report. 

Drain Survey Report

Roman Rod will produce a written report. 

What Sets It Roman Rod Cotswolds Apart

National-standard reporting

Our surveys follow MSCC5 coding standards and are presented in a WRC-compliant format — clear, structured, defensible.

Qualified drain surveyors

We don’t outsource interpretation. You’re dealing with experienced professionals who understand both defects and repair methods.

Structural expertise (not just inspection)

Many surveyors can identify problems. Fewer can specify the correct structural solution.

We specialise in structural drainage — including patch lining and full length relining.

Tight-knit team, start-to-finish accountability

A focused team means continuity and responsibility. Your survey doesn’t get handed across multiple layers.

47 years of reputation behind it

Roman Rod Ltd has been operating for 47 years. That experience underpins every recommendation.

We restore pipes. We don’t mask problems.

Understanding Drain Responsibility & Sewer Law

Responsibility for a property’s drainage network isn’t always obvious — especially with:

In a nutshell you can take it that:

A CCTV survey helps establish likely the pipeline routes and connections, but legal responsibility can require confirmation through property records and the relevant authorities.

We will always highlight where a drain appears shared, off-boundary, or potentially public — so you can confirm responsibility properly before spending money.

Please note, this is practical guidance, not legal advice!

Roman Rod Cotswolds serves:

We also operate across Bath and the wider South West through Roman Rod Ltd.

Why People Choose Roman Rod for CCTV Drain Surveys

Over 40 Years of Local Drainage Expertise

Our CCTV drain surveys use high-definition, purpose-built cameras to travel through your underground drainage system. We can identify:

Expert-Led Surveys

No guesswork. No subcontractors. Highly experienced and professional.

Clear Reports

Simple summary with detailed findings you can actually understand.

Next-Step Solutions

We don’t just show the issue — we fix it, too.

Many of our reviews mention our CCTV surveys by name - and the peace of mind they bring.

Clare T.Bath
Sam came round and carried out a CCTV survey before we bought our house — turns out the manhole was buried! Without them we’d never have known.
Jack R.Chippenham
Quick, clean and professional. Got video and report the same day.

See why our customers rate us 5 stars

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