Septic Tank Emptying
Regular emptying of domestic and commercial septic tanks across Cornwall, by licensed tanker operators. Most standard tanks done within an hour.
From £150Diagnosing a drainage issue, or buying a property and want to know what's below ground? A CCTV drain survey gives you a clear picture — we'll match you with a Cornwall specialist for inspection plus a written report.
A CCTV drain survey sends a waterproof camera through your drainage system, showing exactly what's happening below ground. It's the cheapest and quickest way to diagnose drainage problems, septic tank issues, and to inspect drains before buying a property.
Common reasons to commission a survey:
Surveys typically cost £150–£250 for a standard domestic property. The specialist provides a video recording and a written report identifying issues with severity grading. For homebuyers, this report is a useful addition to a standard property survey — Cornish properties on septic tanks especially benefit.
Getting a reliable CCTV drain surveys specialist in Cornwall shouldn't be a headache. Here's how it works.
Call us or fill in the quick quote form. Tell us your Cornwall postcode, tank type, and when you need the job done.
We match you with a vetted, licensed CCTV drain surveys specialist working near you in Cornwall. No cowboys, guaranteed.
Your matched specialist arrives, empties the tank, and disposes of the waste at a licensed facility. Sorted.
Whatever else is going on below ground at your Cornwall property, we'll connect you with a local professional who can fix it. Or stick with CCTV drain surveys — your call.
Regular emptying of domestic and commercial septic tanks across Cornwall, by licensed tanker operators. Most standard tanks done within an hour.
From £150Full cesspit pump-outs for sealed systems. Cesspits need emptying more often than septic tanks — we'll keep yours under control.
From £120New septic tank or treatment plant installation, fully compliant with the General Binding Rules 2020. Survey, install, commission — all in.
From £3,000Tank backing up, soakaway saturated, weird smells in the garden? Diagnosis via CCTV and repair quotes from local specialists. Repair or replace, your call.
From £150 (survey)Blocked or slow-running drains cleared fast using high-pressure jetting. From kitchen sinks to main sewer lines.
From £80Camera inspections to diagnose blockages, root ingress, collapsed pipes, and drainage issues before they become expensive problems. Written report included.
From £150Prices depend on tank size, access, and your exact location. Here's what to expect.
Standard domestic tank (up to 2,700L). Price varies by access and distance.
Sealed cesspit pump-out. Larger cesspits (10,000L+) quoted individually.
High-pressure jetting. Most domestic blockages cleared in under an hour.
Out-of-hours and weekend service when available. We'll match you with specialists who handle urgent jobs.
We cover the whole of Cornwall — find your nearest town to learn about local septic services in your area.
Everything you need to know about CCTV drain surveys in Cornwall.
Standard domestic CCTV surveys typically cost £150–£250. Larger properties, commercial sites, or longer drain runs may cost more. The price usually includes a video recording and a written report identifying any issues.
Most commonly: before buying a property (especially older Cornish homes), when blockages keep recurring, when septic tank issues are hard to diagnose, or for insurance/legal evidence after a flood or sewage backup.
A good report grades each issue by severity (e.g., 'minor scale' through 'severe damage requiring repair'), shows still images and video clips of problem areas, identifies the location of issues using metres-from-access-point measurements, and recommends next steps with rough cost estimates.
A typical domestic survey takes 1–2 hours on site. Larger sites or longer drainage runs (e.g., farm properties) can take half a day. The written report is usually delivered within 1–3 working days.
Not legally required, but strongly recommended for: older properties (pre-1970), properties on a septic tank or cesspit, properties with mature trees near drainage runs, and any property where the building survey flags drainage concerns. Costs £150–£250 and can save thousands.