Commercial Drainage Surveys

Drains are easy to ignore until something goes wrong. A CCTV drainage survey lets you see exactly what's happening underground, so you can deal with problems before they turn into emergencies, disputes, or unplanned costs.

ICE Drainage carries out commercial CCTV drainage surveys for businesses, landlords, managing agents, and facilities teams across the UK. We inspect your drainage system, record its condition on camera, and give you a clear report you can act on.

A commercial drainage survey typically covers:

A full CCTV inspection of the drain runs you need checked
Identification of blockages, damage, and defects
Pipe condition, material, and connection points
Root ingress, cracks, and structural issues
Photos and footage as supporting evidence
A written report with findings and recommendations

The output is designed to be usable by facilities teams, landlords, insurers, and contractors.

Key benefits include:

Spots problems early, before they become expensive emergencies
Gives you clear evidence for compliance, insurance, or dispute purposes
Confirms the actual condition of a system before you rely on it
Supports budgeting and planned maintenance decisions
Reduces the risk of unplanned downtime or site closures
Helps you meet lease and landlord obligations around drainage upkeep

If you manage a commercial site and don't know the current condition of your drains, a survey is the fastest way to find out.

When do you need a commercial drainage survey?

Businesses usually request a survey when:

Drains are showing early signs of trouble, such as slow drainage or smells
A lease renewal or dilapidation report requires evidence of drain condition
You're buying, selling, or taking on a new commercial property
Insurers require proof of drainage condition after a claim or incident
You're planning refurbishment or building work near existing drains
You want a baseline record before starting a planned maintenance programme

Our commercial drainage survey process

We keep the process simple so it fits around your business.

1) Scope and site details

We confirm which drain runs need surveying and what you need the findings for, whether that's compliance, a lease requirement, or general peace of mind.

2) CCTV survey

We send a camera through the drainage system to record its condition, including any blockages, damage, or defects.

3) Analysis and reporting

We review the footage and put together a report covering what we found and where.

4) Recommendations

We tell you what needs attention, split into anything urgent and anything that can be planned in as routine maintenance.

5) Next steps

If repair, cleaning, or further investigation is needed, we can carry this out directly or provide the report to your chosen contractor.