Recent homebuyer Projects
Our homebuyer drainage survey projects demonstrate how CCTV inspections help property buyers identify hidden drainage defects before completing a purchase.
From root ingress and displaced joints to broken pipework, blockages and shared drainage systems, our surveys provide clear evidence of the condition of underground drainage.
Explore our recent projects across Cheshire, Greater Manchester and surrounding areas to see what we identified and how our findings helped buyers make informed decisions.
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SHARED DRAINAGE & PIPE DAMAGE
Homebuyer Drain Survey in Knutsford, Cheshire
A survey of a seven-bedroom farmhouse identified shared drainage arrangements, a broken pipe junction and heavy silt deposits, providing evidence to support the buyer's negotiations.
ROOT INGRESS & PATCH REPAIRS
Homebuyer Drain Survey in Altrincham, Manchester
Multiple areas of root ingress, displaced joints and grease deposits were identified. Clearflow subsequently completed root cutting, patch lining and high-pressure water jetting.
PERIOD PROPERTY DRAINAGE DEFECTS
Homebuyer Drain Survey in Chorlton, Manchester
Our inspection of a five-bedroom period property uncovered root ingress, displaced joints, grease deposits and restricted maintenance access, with significant remedial costs identified before purchase.
BROKEN PIPEWORK & ROOT INGRESS
Homebuyer Drain Survey in Stockport, Manchester
A CCTV survey revealed broken drainage pipes, displaced joints, significant root ingress and an unsuitable rainwater connection, highlighting the need for remedial works.
NEW-BUILD DRAINAGE DEFECTS
Homebuyer Drain Survey in Bolton, Manchester
Despite being a new-build property, our survey identified drainage deposits, a suspected obstruction, surface-water debris and a dipped pipe section requiring further investigation.
TREE ROOT INGRESS
Homebuyer Drain Survey — Macclesfield, Cheshire
Following concerns raised by a RICS survey, we identified significant root ingress and provided CCTV evidence to support the buyer's tree surveyor and property purchase.
DRAINAGE & SUBSIDENCE CONCERNS
Homebuyer Drain Survey in Middlewich, Cheshire
An investigation following reported subsidence identified broken and fractured clay pipework, displaced joints and root ingress. Replacement of the deteriorated drainage system was recommended.
FAILED PATCH REPAIR & BLOCKAGES
Homebuyer Drain Survey in Macclesfield, Cheshire
Our inspection identified displaced joints, a failed structural patch liner and blocked drainage access points, with further investigation recommended into a potentially collapsed drain.
DEFECTIVE GULLIES & MANHOLES
Homebuyer Drain Survey in Warrington, Cheshire
A broken drainage gully, incorrectly installed surface-water manhole and displaced pipe joints were identified, with targeted repairs recommended before further deterioration.
BLOCKED SURFACE-WATER GULLIES
Homebuyer Drain Survey in Chapel-en-le-Frith, Derbyshire
Three blocked and damaged surface-water gullies prevented a complete inspection of the drainage system. Replacement gullies and a follow-up CCTV survey were recommended.
Helpful Homebuyer guidance
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Don't leave hidden drainage problems to chance. Our homebuyer CCTV drainage surveys provide clear reporting and practical recommendations before you commit to your purchase.