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After initial assessment I was told it was a two man job who duly arrived in a couple of days with a jetting machine to clear the limescale. They worked very hard to jet the blockage one in the bathroom one outside at the manhole with the jetter. When they were satisfied the soilpipe was clear they inserted a camera so we could all see the there was now no obstruction. They were pleasant and informed me what was happening all the time, I would recommend them to others.
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Very high standard of work carried out by Mark. Solved my issue,very knowledgeable,punctual and tidy. Would recommend & certainly use again.
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Very good and efficient job, excellent standard of work, well satisfied.
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What are the different types of drains?
Drains are essential for managing water flow and preventing flooding. Here are the most common types:
- French Drains: These gravel-filled trenches redirect water away from your property, ideal for preventing water pooling in gardens or near foundations.
- ACO Drains: Also known as linear drains, ACO drains are surface water channels often used in driveways or paved areas to prevent water buildup.
- Curtain Drains: Similar to French drains but placed uphill to intercept groundwater before it reaches flat areas or your foundation.
- Channel Drains: These are long, grated drains designed to capture surface water in high-traffic areas such as patios, garages, or driveways.
Each type of drain is tailored to specific needs, so consult a professional to find the right solution for your property.
Cost of drain installation/unblocking/repair
- Drain Unblocking: Clearing a blocked drain typically costs between £75 and £200, depending on the severity and accessibility of the blockage.
- Drain Cleaning: Professional drain cleaning ranges from £100 to £250, ensuring your pipes remain free-flowing and odor-free.
- Drain Installation: Installing specialized drains like ACO or French drains costs between £500 and £2,000, depending on the complexity and materials.
How to keep your drains maintained
Proper maintenance prevents costly repairs and ensures your drains function efficiently:
- Regular Cleaning: Use drain cleaners or natural solutions like baking soda and vinegar to clear minor build-ups. For thorough cleaning, hire a professional.
- Avoid Blockages: Dispose of grease, oil, and food waste responsibly, and use drain covers to prevent debris from entering.
- Inspect and Repair: Check for slow-draining water or foul smells, as these can indicate early signs of blockage or damage. Address issues promptly to avoid escalated problems.
- Seasonal Checks: Ensure outdoor drains are clear of leaves, dirt, and debris, particularly after heavy rain or during autumn.
Other drain FAQs
Can I unblock a drain myself?
Minor blockages can often be cleared using a plunger or drain snake. For persistent or severe blockages, hiring a professional is recommended.
What is a French drain used for?
French drains prevent water pooling by redirecting surface and groundwater away from areas prone to flooding, such as gardens or basements.
How often should drains be cleaned?
Drains should be cleaned professionally every 1-2 years to prevent blockages and maintain optimal performance.
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Here at H Water Solutions our fully trained engineers are efficient and reliable, with the expertise to diagnose and fix all of your plumbing and drainage needs, both for commercial and residential clients. We are only ever a phone call away any day of the year. NO CALL OUT CHARGE! We are fully equipped with cutting edge technology and will have your problem solved effectively, whether its a quick fix or a more technical solution we can work with you to find the best and most efficient outcome. We have over a decade of experience in drainage repairs, plumbing and CCTV surveying, so your always in safe hands. We pride ourselves on being specialists within the field, providing essential investigations and repairs for sewage and water across the UK. We are proud of what we do and are committed to getting the job done!
Daniel was extremely helpful and professional at his work. We could not thank him enough for sorting the issue with faulty vent pipe, where management company failed to address the problem of awful sewage smell coming out of the main stack. We spent money on plumbers and surveyors in the past that could not figure out the cause nor fix the issue. Just glad we finally found the guy that did what he promised!
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We have been trading for 18 years and specialize in painting, decorating, building work, full-scale refurbishment, bespoke wardrobes, kitchen installations, and high-end bathroom refurbishments.
fantastic work from very nice professional team - will employ again
Hi, I have over 12 years of experience in the construction and renovation industry, with specialist expertise in: * Drylining * Carpentry * Restaurant refurbishments * House refurbishments * Loft conversions * House extensions * Bathroom Renovation Over the years, I have built a trusted team of skilled and qualified tradespeople, allowing us to manage projects from start to finish — from planning and groundwork through to the final finishing touches. Our Services Include: * Plumbing (Gas Safe registered) * Electrical work (fully certified) * Roofing * Loft conversions * House extensions * Groundworks * Gardening and landscaping * Fencing * Waste removal No job is too big or too small. We take pride in delivering high-quality workmanship, reliable service, and excellent communication throughout every project. I’m always happy to offer advice, answer questions, and discuss your requirements with no obligation. Thank you for taking the time to visit my profile. I look forward to hearing from you and helping with your next project
Job done to very good quality but job did run over due to the Christmas period overall very happy
When it comes to finding reliable and experience team in cumbria, look no further with a number of years in these trades At MPM, we offer a comprehensive range of services to cater to all your roofing needs & maintenance. From new roof installations to repairs and maintenance, we've got you covered. Our flat roofing solutions are second to none, and our meticulous attention to detail ensures exceptional quality and long-lasting results. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to using only the highest quality materials. We believe that using superior materials is crucial in delivering the best possible results for our valued clients. Our maintenance-gutter and fascia installations not only enhance the appearance of your property but also minimise the need for regular upkeep.
York groundwork solutions offer a wide of skills to do your chosen project from foundations, drainage, paving, Tarmac, 360 hire, landscaping. We offer competitive prices and all our staff are cscs card in health and safety and cpcs trained.
They worked hard and finished the job on time. There were some unexpected costs but they did a very good job.
Handyman with qualifications in plumbing and electrical works. Small quotes as the company is only a toddler and needs feeding to grow.
Daniel came within 24 hours to build a cat flap through a wall. Lovely chatty guy - very helpful - even drove me to pick up an extra extension for the tunnel we needed to create. Thank you!
KD GROUP
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KD Drainage are highly trained specialists with over 25 years experience based in London and the South East, providing a 24/7 rapid response service for domestic and commercial clients.
Service provided over 10 years in building projects,full plumbing service ,central heating ,wide range in reconstruction and refurbishment of bathrooms,tiling,painting and decorating. Qualifications:CSCS, City&Guilds Level 2, WRAS,BPEC,PART L
Woukd like to recommend woziack to anyone. He’s just done a fantastic job on my full bathroom refit. Did it while I was on holiday so came back to a fantastic new bathroom. Also proved what an honest guy he was been in my home alone. Bern a tradesman myself I could have been highly critical but couldn’t find one fault. Excellent finish. Thanks
KNIGHT SOLUTIONS BUILDING & LANDSCAPING LTD
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Welcome to Knight Solutions Building and Landscaping ltd. With over 20 years experience in the industry, We offer high quality bespoke Hard and soft landscaping including: Brickwork, retaining walls Paving / patios Timber work i.e. decking pergolas sleeper walls and ornamental features Water features Turfing Planting and bed preparation. Driveways Pathways Gravel and resin driveways Drainage solutions Tree removal and maintenance. We also offer a full design and build package for your entire project! AREAS WE COVER Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire and Greater London. We will travel further as and when required. Cheltenham, Stratford Upon Avon, The Cotswolds, Stroud. Malvern and many more!! OUR TEAM Our team are highly skilled in all aspects of landscaping, brickwork and many other building related skill areas. Polite, friendly and extremely hardworking. Our recommendations speak for themselves.
Hi, I have over 28 years experience in the plumbing and heating industry and have worked for company’s ranging from British Gas, Worcester Bosch, The MOD and more. I’m new to this site but have over 195 Reviews on Checkatrade. I have currently been running My own business for 12 years now and cover all aspects of plumbing and heating. I am Gas safe registered, Worcester accredited and oftec registered. Please call me for a friendly, reliable service.
Knowledgeable and reliable. Would recommend for any Bosch / Worcester boiler work
'B Putney and sons Property services is a family run business offering high quality and friendly service to clients on their projects whether large or small. Honest, reliable, clean, and trustworthy, B Putney and sons Property Services takes pride in all of our works, giving a high level of attention to detail on every job we do B Putney and sons Property Services aims to make all projects as efficient and cost effective to our clients as possible, and we consult with clients every step of the way to ensure there are no hidden extras We pride ourselves on the fact that we get a great deal of repeat business from satisfied customers who also pass their recommendations on to others. We are happy to supply references on the quality of our work
Excellent service, happy with my new tap. Good commication, arrived next day and job completed to a high standard. Hopefully they will be doing some other work for me shortly. Thanks so much
Professional & Affordable Building & Landscaping Services We've been experts in building and landscaping projects since 2013, ensuring reliability and excellence in every service we provide. We offer a wide range of professional services tailored to meet your specific needs. Whether you require comprehensive building solutions such as refurbishments, kitchen services, flooring, and porch services, or meticulous landscaping services including wood decking, driveways, astro turf, patios, and fencing installation, we've got you covered. With a proven track record of delivering excellence since 2013, and with our fully insured services, you can trust that your project is in capable hands, ensuring exceptional results every time. With us, you can relax knowing that your work is in good hands. We prioritise reliability and transparency, offering you peace of mind throughout the entire process.
Warmserve Services Ltd is a local company offering a wide range of heating, plumbing and electrical services that was founded in 2011. We are a team of 24 heating engineers/plumbers and 12 electricians, serving customers in all SA & CF postcodes. We are small enough to offer a personal service but large enough to carry out work quickly and efficiently. We operate a 24 hour service for emergencies for all customers domestic and commercial. The company is run from our office in Llansamlet, Swansea where we have a small admin team of 8 that deal with all enquiries and manage all jobs. Our dedication to customer satisfaction and quality work has seen the business grow from one man in a van to a recognised and respected heating and electrical company in South Wales which covers over 70% of heating home emergency claims. Warmserve covers all plumbing and mechanical services for domestic & commercial, Gas, LPG, Oil, Solid Fuel, Renewables, Air Conditioning, Electrical, Drainage, Bathroom Installations and plumbing maintenance. Warmserve are able to accept credit & debit cards and also finance. Warmserve is registered with accreditation’s: Gas Safe Register OFTEC NICEIC HETAS REFCOM F-Gas TrustMark Safe Contractor Which? approved
Samantha responded very swiftly and was very professional. Manufacturer offerred to repair as good will, did not meed Warmserve on this occassion I will definatley be calling them next time. I am very impressed.
Phoenix Construction continues to provide quality and efficiency on all manner of projects. We have been in the industry for over 40 years. We have an excellent reputation. We Mainly Focus on: Extensions Driveways Roofs Full renovations Bathrooms Kitchens Loft Conversions and many more... We look forward to hearing from you.
Made a total mess of a small extension. Quoted 2 weeks and after 7 I sacked him off as we were going nowhere. Massive list of his work didn’t comply with building regs and ended up fitting a purlin to roof as he used wrong sized joists. I now have bits of roof hanging off after max 30 mph winds Even managed to cock guttering up so down pipe is nowhere near drains. Roof leaking and I have had to sack him off and pay another load of cash to a set of lads who can do the job. Avoid or he’ll bankrupt you
we are a small family owned firm, trading for 28years in the dundonald , Belfast county down , we specialize in building maintenance and repairs, extension, garage,renovations, home improvements, and all small house repairs. we guarantee all our work,
This man came out and priced my work. I accepted his price but on the day he was due to start the work he rang me saying his platerers wife was taken into hospital with food poisoning. Never heard from him again.so I am now looking for someone myself to plaster my ceiling.
At Cymraeg Construction, building work has been at the heart of our family for generations with skills, knowledge and training passed on from one to another, even in the day to day running of the business we can call upon over 40 years experience from my father who is an integral part of the company and has made us what we are today with a passion for quality that shines through on every job we undertake. Covering all of South Wales, you can be sure to rely on us to undertake any project you may have from conception to completion, we can take care of all aspects of the build including planning and skilled tradesmen in all trades, let us deal with all the complications and timings as we project manage the process to ensure everything is done correctly and to schedule all while keeping you informed every step of the way. Please feel free to contact us for a free no obligation estimate on any work you may have. Cymraeg Construction.
family run company with a wide variety of services to better Maintain your property. Our services include, gutter installation & repairs, tree & hedge surgery, all forms of roofing, slabbing & paving, powerwashing & softwash treatments, roughcast & render, stonemasonry & repointing. Serving Dundee & Angus, West Lothian, Edinburgh, Perthshshire, Stirlingshire, Clackmannanshire, fife, Midlothian
I would highly recommend L Hughes Property Maintenance - They replaced my large timber decking area with new deck boards and framing. The work was took a week longer due to unforeseen issues. The Joiners were very skilled and the Team in general were conscientious and determined to getting the job completed despite the weather and other issues that were thrown up. They were very customer focused, no job was too much. Thank you guys for all your hard work. We love our new decking.
R&D CONSTRUCTION IS A PROFESSIONAL DESIGN AND BUILDING COMPANY SPECIALISING IN ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT FOR RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES, ALSO A WIDE RANGE OF CONSTRUCTION, DEVELOPMENTS AND REFURBISHMENTS. We Carry out all type of construction and to us no job is a small job and by that we mean we would be happy to take your various jobs in our hands. We provide the following list of the building services: New Build Property Refurbishment Loft Conversion House Extensions Flat Conversion Driveway & Patio Bricklaying & Re-pointing Kitchen & Bathroom Roofing & Guttering Plastering & Tiling Carpentry & Joinery Painting & Decorating Plumbing & Electrical Central Heating & Under Floor Heating Design We believe a great design is simple and not only how it feels or looks but also how it works. We provide Architectural and Interior Design and Engineering Services: Initial Concept Design Basic Drawings for Planning Application & Application Management Existing & Proposed Floor Plans, Elevations and Sections Site Plans and Block Plans (OS map/ Location Plan) Detailed Architectural Design 3D Concept and Visualisation Design Interior Furnishing, Materials & Fabrics Lighting Design Bills of Quantities (BOQ) 3D Interior Visualisation Design 3D Interior Visualisation Design Building Control package Drawings & Application Management
I’m a trusted and experienced builder based in Camborne, Cornwall, offering a full range of property renovation and building services. Whether it’s a small job or a full-scale renovation, I take pride in delivering high-quality workmanship with a professional yet personal approach. From start to finish, I’ll handle every aspect of your project, ensuring the process is smooth and stress-free. All work is fully guaranteed, giving you complete peace of mind. I know that not everyone has experience with building work, and I believe you should never feel in the dark about your own project. That’s why I take the time to guide you through the process, explaining each step clearly so you always know what’s happening and why. I’m known for my reliability, attention to detail, and commitment to customer satisfaction. With competitive pricing and free, no-obligation quotes, you can trust that you’re getting great value as well as top-quality results. Get in touch today—I’d love to discuss how I can help bring your project to life.
I cannot praise Ryan enough, he has been very quick in responding to my e-mails, the work started on time and finished on time. The standard of work is excellent and nothing was too much trouble. I would definitely recommend Ryan and already I am planning to use him again for our next project.
Water Supply Surveys, are a team of highly experienced and qualified engineers specialising in all underground services, lead pipe replacements, emergency repairs and renewals. We are water board approved.
Excellent service - quick response to our advert, knowledgeable about the requirements, kept us informed throughout the job and completed it to an excellent standard.
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