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What are the sewer and drains searches for when buying a property?

Fri 27th Mar 2026
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Sewer and drain searches confirm whether or not the property is on mains drains and water and also usually provides a plan showing any mains services or drains running under the property. It will show whether there is a separate charge for surface water drainage from the property.

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