What is a Drainage & Water Search?

A Drainage & Water Search is usually recommended when a property is being sold and would usually be ordered by the buyer of the property or their solicitor to check various aspects of a properties drainage and water facilities. Some of the issues covered in the 23 questions which comprise the Drainage & Water Search include, billing information, water quality, if it has a mains water supply and if it is connected to drainage facilities along with many other issues. There are still thousands of properties in UK which are not connected to sewers or mains water. They may use soak aways, culverts, rivers or streams to disperse surface water, septic tanks, cesspool for sewage and wells or boreholes for the supply of water. This is why it is important to purchase a Drainage & Water Search when buying a property.

Residential or Commercial Drainage & Water Search

Dependent on whether you are purchasing a dwelling or a business premises will determine which  type of Drainage & Water Search you require. If you are purchasing a house, flat or anything that is designed to live in rather than to work in then a Residential Drainage & Water Search should be ordered.  If you are purchasing Commercial premises such as a shop, factory, office or unit then a Commercial Drainage & Water Search is recommended. 

How can I order a Drainage & Water Search

You can order Residential and Commercial Drainage & Water Search from NLIS by clicking HERE and you can pay for your Drainage & Water Search by debit or credit card. The results for your property specific Drainage & Water Search will be emailed to you on completion.

Need to know more about a Drainage & Water Search?

If you have any questions regarding a Drainage & Water Search or if you would like more information, please do not hesitate to contact NLIS Ltd on 08700 500 820 or you can fill out our online form HERE.