Drains are a necessary part of our homes – they remove waste water and bring in fresh water for washing and drinking. When a drain is blocked – which might be due to tree roots, fallen leaves or debris – it causes blockages, leaks and bad smells. An unresolved drain blockage can lead to pipes cracking due to the build-up of pressure. All in all, drains need to be well looked after and repaired at the first sign of any problems.
How Can I Check the Health of My Drains?
Many of us assume that our drains are in good working order until there’s an obvious problem, but as with so many things, problems can be easier to fix if we find out about them sooner. CCTV drain surveys are a fantastic way of inspecting deep inside our property’s drains and looking for blockages, cracks or areas of concern. A CCTV drain survey Leicester or other locations offered by companies such as Wilkinson Environmental can see into areas which we can’t easily access, thereby pre-empting more serious issues which have the potential to be costly to fix.
How Does This Have Any Bearing on My Property Valuation?
Because problematic drains are both expensive and a headache to fix, it stands to reason that having an inspection report which details good, clean drains in full working order can be a serious selling point for any prospective house buyer. As a seller, enlisting the help of a CCTV drain survey can give you and your buyer the confidence to know that there are no hidden problems waiting to be discovered after moving in.
Indeed, buyers are actively encouraged by their solicitors to obtain a drainage survey before entering into a contract according to CheckaTrade.com.
This puts you as a seller in a much stronger position to list your property for a fair and good price – it is great evidence that the house is well cared for and that the buyer won’t be facing any costly plumbing repairs upon exchange of contracts.
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