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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.
PAT
Very high standard of work carried out by Mark. Solved my issue,very knowledgeable,punctual and tidy. Would recommend & certainly use again.
Patrick
Very good and efficient job, excellent standard of work, well satisfied.
Jeremy
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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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I run a small building and landscaping company based near Horncastle, Lincolnshire. We aim to provide a fast, efficient and high quality service to all our customers using our own trades and a selection of other local tradesmen to complete our work. I’m fully insured, a licensed waste carrier and fully DBS checked
Excellent prompt service, and a great job at a fair price.
Drain Doctor Southampton
Drains - Installation / Unblocking / Cleaning
Drain Doctor Southampton provide commercial and domestic drainage and emergency plumbing services across Southampton, Winchester, Eastleigh, Totton & Surrounding areas. We have proffesional engineers available 24/7 to resolve drainage problems, and emergency plumbing issues.
I am a time served carpenter/joiner, been involved in every type of building project, i believe if a job is worth doing it is worth doing right, have had 40 years experience, have advanced city & guilds in joinery, & H/Tec certificate in building studies.
Thanks Raymond for a great job fixing the shed roof. Would recommend to anyone looking for a good price and a good tradesman. Came straight out when the roof blew off and got it looking a lot better and better quality than before. Thanks again
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We are a company which provides a full range of quality building services including planning and designing. Home improvement and constuction projects. we do variety of home improvement and construction projects.
Girts and his work mate did an excellent job enlarging my small patio. They were both very professional cleaned up after themselves left my garden neat and tidy. I would use them again
As passionate professionals, we are fully devoted to providing exceptional services to our valued customers. Our pride lies in our prompt and efficient handling of any drainage concerns, ensuring that we deliver effective solutions.. With expertise in handling pitch-fibre and clay drains, we specialise in conducting comprehensive drain surveys that include detailed minor reports, an invaluable asset for those involved in property transactions. Our comprehensive range of services includes: Drain Unblocking: Swift resolution of blockages to restore smooth flow. Descaling: Removal of stubborn deposits to enhance drainage efficiency. Cure in Place Pipe Lining: Innovative solution for repairing damaged pipes without excavation. Soakaways: Installation and maintenance to manage surface water effectively. CCTV Inspections/Surveys: Thorough examination using advanced technology for accurate assessment. Drain Repairs: Professional repair services to address any issues identified. Rodding: Traditional method for clearing blockages with precision and care. Emergency Call Outs: Swift response to urgent drainage issues, 24/7. No Call Out Fees: Transparent pricing with no additional charges for service calls. Elderly Discounts: Special discounts offered to elderly customers as a token of appreciation for their trust and loyalty. Discounts for Emergency Workers: We extend our gratitude to all emergency workers with special discounts as a gesture of appreciation for their invaluable service to the community. We prioritise customer satisfaction and exceed expectations with every project we undertake. Count on us to deliver reliable, cost-effective solutions that ensure the optimal performance of your drainage system.
Nadeem arrived when he said he would, such a helpful and pleasant young man. Definitely would ask him back for any other work needed done.
Hi,my name is vathi and i am a hardworking, well-organized and experienced handyman with a keen eye for details,physical stamina and apt in problem-solving.Moreover,i perform various repairs and maintenance tasks, including appliance installation, routine landscaping on the grounds and carpentry
beautiful work done installing engineered wood. initially planned for installation of engineered wood by floating it. had to switch over to gluing due to the product i had got. still ended up completing 2 days worth of work in a single day. will definitely hire again.
Providing professional Plumbing solutions both domestic and commercial. We are now branching out into property maintenance and property clearances.
Cheshire Sales
Drains - Installation / Unblocking / Cleaning
Adapt Home Improvements
Drains - Installation / Unblocking / Cleaning
Adapt Home Improvements. With over 35 years of experience in the building industry, Adapt Home Improvements offers a comprehensive range of construction and renovation services. Our skilled team is certified in Gas Safe plumbing and trained across carpentry and roofing disciplines, ensuring every project is handled with expert care. We specialise in a variety of home improvement solutions including extensions, kitchens, bathrooms, roofing, and full refurbishments. Whether you�re looking to modernise, expand, or completely transform your space, we deliver high-quality workmanship from start to finish. Friendly, reliable, and hardworking, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional results and a smooth customer experience on every project.
Rm planthire
Drains - Installation / Unblocking / Cleaning
RM plant hire will take on any task involving excavators. From demolition, footings, concrete slabs and rafts, land clearance, and pond dredging. Our aim is to meet the budgets whilst being on time. We offer a wide range of machinery, not just excavators but also dumpers, rollers, and even amphibious weed cutting boats, ranging in all different sizes.
AMG Construction & Maintenance. Home - Garden - Pools - Spa
Drains - Installation / Unblocking / Cleaning
AMG Construction & Maintenance is the Home~Garden~Pool~spa construction and maintenance specialist . We have 20 years experience working in the pools and spa industry both in the UK and Australia and 10 years combined roofing and property maintenance. In that time we have also carried out numerous landscaping and garden & home maintenance projects including, driveway construction, facia/sofit boards, guttering ,earthmoving and drainage. We pride ourselves on doing a good job and we stand by our motto of do the job right first time . AMG C & M can and will do what ever you need.. one call to us and we do it all !!
Lee and Chris of AMG were friendly and knowledgeable. They carried out repairs to our porch and roof thoroughly and efficiently. Thank you.
Small local based building company, 18 years trading, local timeserved experienced tradesmen. All types of building work undertaken to a high standard Fully insured contractor. Can provide all trades
The job was completed within a few days of getting a quote. I am happy with the standard of work done and the price charged. I would recommend using this tradesperson to my family and friends.
A.D. property maintenence has 10 years experience in commercial and domestic property repairs, refurbishments, installations and general upkeep. Jobs types taken on but not limited to are: -Door and door frame repairs and installations. -Furniture repairs and assembly. -Light fittings, switches and socket repairs and replacements. -Wall repairs and patch works. -Plastering and rendering. -Emergency plumbing leaks and installations. -Bathroom refurbishments. -Drain rodding service.
Excellent work, everything fixed.
We are a family run business and have been in the plumbing and drainage industry for 15 plus years. We offer our services for small plumbing jobs to large trace and access and also offer work via insurance companies. We value our customers and offering our best service as well as reliability and trust is our highest priority. We specialise in leak detection with the use of our inspection camera as well as all drainage issues, we have high pressured waters jetters. We also offer 24hour emergency call out.
I recently left a good review but after recent events I need to change this. After a callout for a blockage which resulted in them getting their hose stuck and had to come out to remove a few days later from my pipe, our toilet was left with another leak due to the toilet being damaged. After getting a plummer from British gas out, I then find out I was massively overcharged for all the work, the total paid was £3380, I found out this should have cost me no more than £1800. I will never use them again!
Tony Gilbert property services, has been trading over 30 years. Also bringing in other sub-contractors ie electricians, gas safe plumbers, and various other trades undertaking a wide variety of works in the construction industry. working alongside various architects and building controls. Hopefully priding myself on happy clients, clean and tidy, high standards and reasonable pricing. Works carried out can be from simple maintenance works to extensions, refurbishment and new build properties etc. Thank you for taking the time to read a little bit about my profile. Please don’t hesitate to contact me.
Turned up got the job done, no hassle.
LOOKING FOR A TEAM OF BUILDING SPECIALISTS FROM THE LONDON AREA? We are Mirana Design & Build LTD , leading the way in affordable and reliable building companies in Bromley. All aspects of building work undertaken at competitive prices. Our mission is to provide the costumers with a no hassle building service where all work exceeds expectations, meets deadlines and offers excellent value for money. We work very closely with our clients to ensure complete customer satisfaction. OUR CUSTOMERS ARE VERY IMPORTANT TO US. WE SHOW TRUE DEDICATION TO MEETING THEIR EXACT NEEDS, AND THIS IS WHAT KEEPS THEM RETURNING TO US FOR BUILDING WORK TIME AND TIME AGAIN.
Excellent quality of work, speedy work, friendly, professional foreman/boss of company. His staff cleaned up after their work. They did arrive late on occasion but overall provided excellent building and decorating works.
Here at Tenfold Renovation, we aim to forge close, trusting relationships with all of our clients. Allowing us to bring creativity and craftsmanship together to deliver the best possible results in the industry. Whether you have a property you want to build or just want to renovate your current property into your dream home, we can help turn your vision into reality.
Vitaliy & his team are excellent. They were very punctual starting at 7.45 every day & working full solid days, even at weekends. They never missed a day. Vitaliy kept me daily updated regarding the process & was present on the job each day. The quote was detailed & competitive & final cost close to the original. The work was completed to a very high standard. It was a complex job but Vitaliy made the process less stressful. I was kept updated asked my opinion even on the smallest things.
My Name is Matthew and i am the director/owner of XBG Services ltd. My journey started in 2004 with a British Gas apprenticeship, laying the foundation for over 20 years of hands-on experience in plumbing, heating, and drainage. Today, we’re proud to be known as a trusted and reliable company, delivering excellent service and quality workmanship our customers can depend on. all of our staff are highly skilled,well mannered and professional.
We are a family business with 35 years experience in the building industry. We offer a full service to domestic customers, from small repairs to large extensions and loft conversions.
Welcome to our profile, 123 Plumb have a small team or experienced and professional engineers. We offer a range of services at competitive prices that reflect our exceptional workmanship. Feel free to check us out on social Media and online.
Brilliant. Thank you
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