Rats in drains, bad smells or slow running sinks can all point to a hidden problem in your drainage. You cannot see inside the pipes yourself, so issues get worse underground while you keep paying for call outs that only treat the surface.

Beeyond Pest Control provides CCTV drain surveys across Essex to show you exactly what is going on inside your drains. Using high quality cameras we find blockages, damage, rats in drains and the causes of drain flies infestation, then give you a clear plan to fix it.

We are a local father and son pest control team, used to dealing with rats, mice and drain flies in homes and businesses every day. With our CCTV drain survey service you get both drainage insight and expert pest control in one visit.

Call us on 0800 246 5224 to book a CCTV drain survey in Essex or send photos and a brief description for fast advice.

CCTV Drain Surveys and Reports

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Our CCTV drain survey service

  • CCTV drain survey equipment set up outside an Essex home to trace rat entry points and drain fly breeding sites

    CCTV drain surveys

    We use HD CCTV drain cameras to find the real cause of problems in your drains, from rats in drains to hidden blockages and broken pipes. A CCTV drain survey gives you clear footage and a written report, so you can see exactly what is going on under your property. You are welcome to look at the screen with us while we carry out the survey, so you can see the same evidence we do.

  • Pest control technician carrying out drain cleaning to stop rats and drain flies entering an Essex property

    Drain cleaning and repairs

    Once we have carried out the CCTV drain survey, we can jet wash and clear fat, roots and waste that are slowing your drains. Where pipes are damaged, we work with trusted drainage partners to repair or replace sections, so water flows freely again and future issues are less likely.

  • Pest control technician jet washing bird droppings from patio slabs as part of bird fouling clean up service

    Rat and drain fly control

    If the survey shows rats using the drains or a drain flies infestation, we can treat the problem and fit rat drain blockers or flaps to stop pests getting back in. You get joined up support from a pest control and drainage team, so rats in drains, drain flies and bad smells are dealt with properly, not just patched over.

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You may not see the problem directly, but look out for:

  • Regular rat activity despite traps and bait indoors

  • Scratching noises near soil pipes or beneath floors

  • Constant drain smells in bathrooms or kitchens

  • Sinks, toilets or baths that drain slowly or gurgle

  • Clusters of small moth like flies near plugholes or drains

If you recognise any of these signs, a CCTV drain survey is often the quickest way to get proper answers.

Signs you may need a CCTV drain survey in Essex

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Rats in drains and how CCTV helps

Rats in drains are one of the most common hidden causes of ongoing infestations. Even if you block gaps above ground, rodents can still climb up cracked pipes and broken junctions to emerge inside kitchens, lofts and voids.

A CCTV drain survey for rats allows us to:

  • Confirm whether your drains are the entry point

  • Map the route rats are using to reach your property

  • Check whether the sewer connection is sound

  • Decide where to fit rat blockers for drains to stop them returning

Once we know the route, we can combine drain proofing with above ground rodent control and proofing. This joined up approach is far more effective than simply laying bait and hoping for the best.

Brown rat coming out of a broken drain pipe, showing rodent problem in drains before professional rat control treatment in Essex

Drain flies infestation and treatment

Drain flies look small and harmless, but a drain fly infestation is unpleasant and hard to shift without treating the root cause. They often breed in slime and organic waste where pipes are partially blocked.

During a CCTV drain survey we look for:

  • Areas of slow running or standing water

  • Heavy fat, hair or food build up

  • Damaged sections that trap waste

We then carry out pest control for drain flies, which may include cleaning, biological treatments and advice on sinks and showers. This is far more effective than using over the counter sprays that only kill adult flies.

Close up of a drain fly on a bathroom wall, showing drain fly infestation in an Essex home
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CCTV drain survey and inspection FAQs:

  • A CCTV drain survey uses a small waterproof camera on a flexible cable to inspect the inside of your drains. The camera sends footage to a monitor so we can see the condition of the pipes, find blockages and spot rats in drains or areas linked to drain flies infestation.

  • If you have repeated rat problems, scratching near drains or know that neighbours have issues with rats in drains, a CCTV survey is highly recommended. It shows whether rodents are entering through the drainage system and lets us plan where to place rat drain blockers or carry out repairs.

    If you have been searching for a drain survey for rats or help with drain flies pest control near me in Essex, our combined drainage and pest control approach is ideal.

  • Yes. As part of our service we can supply and fit suitable rat flaps for drains or other rat drain blockers to stop rodents climbing up drain pipes into your home. We will explain the options after the survey and agree what is best for your system.

  • The cost of a CCTV drain survey in Essex depends on:

    • The size and layout of your drainage system

    • How many access points we can use

    • Whether you need a basic check or a full recorded report

    Once we understand your property we give a clear price before starting any work, so there are no surprises.

  • A CCTV survey diagnoses the problem. In some cases we can also clear blockages during the same visit with jetting equipment. For larger repairs, lining or excavation we can bring in trusted drainage partners, and we take care of pest treatments like rats in drains or drain flies at the same time.

  • We know that rat problems and drain fly infestations are stressful, so we aim to offer fast appointments where possible.

    We cover much of Essex, subject to availability. This includes towns across Southend, Colchester, Chelmsford, and Braintree.

    Call us with your location in Essex and we will let you know our next available slot.

    • Local father and son team who combine pest control and drainage knowledge

    • Experience dealing with rats in drains, drain flies and other hidden pest issues

    • High quality CCTV drain survey equipment for clear footage and reports

    • Honest advice and clear prices before any work begins

    • Friendly, tidy service that respects your home or business

    If you suspect rats in drains, a drain flies infestation or just want to know the real state of your drains, we are here to help.

    Call 0800 246 5224 or fill in the contact form to book your CCTV drain survey in Essex today.