Home Buyers Drain Survey

Protect your investment with a clear picture of your property’s drains

When buying a new home, it’s easy to focus on the bricks, mortar, and décor — but what about the drains? Hidden underground, they’re often overlooked, yet drainage problems can be costly and disruptive if left undiscovered.

That’s why many mortgage lenders and insurance companies now recommend a Home Buyers Drain Survey. It gives you peace of mind and ensures you’re not inheriting hidden drainage issues with your new property.

What Does a Home Buyers Drain Survey Include?

Our comprehensive survey provides:

• A structural condition report and analysis

• Identification of misconnections

• Confirmation of drain ownership (private or water authority)

• A site map showing the location of drains

Key Benefits for Home Buyers

• Get a clear understanding of your property’s drains before completing your purchase
• Spot potential issues such as root intrusion, illegal connections, or structural defects
• Protect yourself from unexpected costs by planning for remedial work early
• Identify vermin or rat infestations that may be linked to the drainage system
• Provide water companies with advance notice of defects to their assets
• Strengthen your position in price negotiations if problems are uncovered

Unlike standard RICS building surveys, which don’t include drains, a Home Buyers Drain Survey is one of the most important checks you can carry out when purchasing a home.

Why It Matters

• Drainage systems are a critical part of the property’s structure, yet remain unseen.

• Insurance companies are increasingly requesting drain surveys before offering cover, as many defects go unnoticed until too late.

• Identifying issues early could save you thousands of pounds in future repairs.

Areas We Cover

We provide Home Buyers Drain Surveys for domestic customers within approximately a one-hour radius of our base in Coalville, Leicestershire.

Book Your Home Buyers Drain Survey

Don’t leave your new home purchase to chance. Get peace of mind with a professional drainage survey before you commit.

Call 01530 510571 today for a free quotation.