Flooded with Sewage
A few weeks ago we received a call from a very upset customer who had explained that their flat was flooded with raw sewage. After re-assuring the customer that we would attend site straight away, I geared up and jumped [...]
Pipe repair for an elderly lady
Working Sunday! An elderly lady had a blockage which turned out to be a collapsed pipe. As it was her only toilet the repair had to be done ASAP, popped down to the nearest B&Q and picked up some materials [...]
Manhole installation
Installing an inspection chamber and new pipe after the existing clay pipe had roots intruding into it. If you want plastic pipe to replace clay/pitch fibre or any other then please get in touch.
Percolation Test For Septic Tank Soakaway
IF YOU ARE PLANNING ON INSTALLING A SOAKAWAY OR DRAINFIELD FOR YOUR SEPTIC TANK SYSTEM HERE ARE A FEW THINGS YOU WILL NEED TO DO: First you will need a copy of the Approved Document H - Drainage and Waste [...]
Drain Maintenance 14 tips from Daily Drains
A Clogged Drainage System Can Be A Terrible Inconvenience Especially If It Happens When You Least expect. Not only is this annoying, but it can also pose health hazards and even lead to greater inconveniences like air pollution, leakage, and [...]
SMELLS FROM THE DRAIN: SUMMER DRAINAGE PROBLEMS
When you think of summer, you probably think of blue skies, barbecues and walks in the sunshine. One thing you probably don’t think of is drainage issues – but summer can actually be the most problematic time of year when [...]
DO YOU HAVE PITCH FIBRE DRAINS?
Sadly you won’t probably know if you have pitch fibre drains until you have a problem. And then the fun and games start with your insurance company possibly refusing to cover the cost of repair. Sadly with the life expectancy [...]
Septic Tank New Regulations
2020 SEPTIC TANK LAW CHANGES – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Septic tank regulations might not be at the forefront of your mind, but if you own or are considering buying a property with a septic tank, it might be [...]
Unblocking a toilet without a plunger
Plunger Alternative: Baking Soda Mixture As an alternative to using dish soap and no plunger, try this all-natural solution. Pour one cup baking soda and two cups vinegar into the toilet. Allow it fizz for a half hour. If clog [...]
Bank Holiday work
Still working on keeping South Wales drainage system flowing. A student block had a lift shaft full of raw sewerage luckily we were on hand to sort the problem! If you have any emergency plumbing or drainage issues please get [...]