Homebuyers Drain Surveys Wolverhampton [updated] Review

Before 2011, homeowners were responsible for shared drain sections. Under the , most shared lateral drains (serving more than one property) are now adopted by Severn Trent Water . However, drains within a property’s boundary but serving only that home remain the owner’s responsibility. A pre-purchase survey clarifies adoption status – saving you from inheriting a shared repair liability.

If the survey reveals defects, you can:

Some mortgage lenders and insurers now require a drainage survey report as a condition of approval. Common Drainage Issues Found in Wolverhampton