There are a wealth of drainage and water related issues which can cause problems for unsuspecting homeowners. Unconnected properties, private sewers, low water pressure, mains under a property and a variety of other issues can all seriously affect the enjoyment of a home.
The CON29DW is the essential drainage and water search for any homebuyer. It explores all the key drainage and water issues at a property, provides clear guidance to any problems that might arise, and comes with full liability cover.
The CON29DW is the official drainage and water search, produced by ourselves in cooperation with Severn Trent Water, using official records for the most accurate drainage and water search available.
The search divides information into four simple categories:
- Maps – Plans showing all our sewer and water assets near a property
- Drainage – We’ll tell you if the property is connected to sewers, where they are, who owns them, and whether they’re likely to cause any problems
- Water – Besides letting you know if the property is connected, we’ll tell you if there’s any problems with water pressure, hardness and whether there’s a water meter installed
- Billing – Tells you which water companies bill the property for different services, which services they provide, and if they bill the property on a metered basis.
£69.00
+ VAT per report
(including printing and delivery supplement)
£82.80
incl. VAT
The CON29DW is the most comprehensive drainage and water search on the market, providing you with complete protection. As well as the detailed information within the report, we have full access to Severn Trent Water’s team of experts should you require any additional information.
Please note our search reports are intended for conveyancing purposes and as such do not contain technical information regarding water and sewer assets. If you’re intending to develop at your property, Severn Trent’s sewer and water maps contain more detailed technical information, including pipe sizes and depths. If you require more detailed information please contact the Asset Data Management Department at Severn Trent Water.
| DELIVERY METHOD | PRICE (EXC. VAT) | PRICE (INCL. VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic only | £58.00 | £69.60 |
| Paper only | £69.00 | £82.80 |
| Electronic and paper | £69.00 | £82.80 |
CON29DW REFRESH
Provides an updated CON29DW within six months of the original search. Intended for properties when the sale has been delayed due to COVID-19 or other unforeseen circumstances. £41.00 + VAT (£49.20)
OUTSIDE THE SEVERN TRENT REGION
Unsure which water company serves a property? Or want to order all your searches from the same company? Not to worry, we can provide a CON29DW for any property in England and Wales, sourced directly from the correct water company. Please see the table below for details.
| SUPPLIER | PRICE (EXC. VAT) | PRICE (INCL. VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| Anglian Water | £60.10 | £72.12 |
| Northumbrian Water | £47.33 | £56.80 |
| Southern Water | £46.20 | £55.44 |
| South West Water | £49.30 | £59.16 |
| Thames Water | £56.00 | £67.20 |
| United Utilities | £49.13 | £58.96 |
| Welsh Water | £49.00 | £58.80 |
| Wessex Water | £51.17 | £61.40 |
| Yorkshire Water | £48.00 | £57.60 |
EXPEDITED SEARCH SERVICE
Need your search in a hurry? Order an expedited CON29DW before 2pm, and we’ll guarantee same day delivery. £80.00 + VAT (£96.00)
IF YOU’RE NOT HAPPY WITH YOUR SEARCH
In the unlikely event that you’re not happy with our service, our full complaints procedure is detailed in Appendix 2 of the CON29DW. If you make a complaint and we are unable to resolve it to your satisfaction, you may refer your complaint to an independent body of your choice. We will co-operate fully with the Ombudsman during an investigation and comply with their final decision.
THIS PRODUCT IS FOR RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES
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| PRODUCT DOCUMENTS | UPDATED | |
|---|---|---|
 | Sample Report | July 2024 |
| Map Keys Glossary | - |
| CON29DW - Digging a little deeper | April 2018 |
| Terms & Conditions | March 2019 |