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Removing hair blockages from drains
There's nothing worse than a blocked drain either outside or inside your home. The culprits can vary, from fatty deposits to tree roots. However, if your home's drains are clogged, a likely cause could be [...]
What’s covered under your drain insurance?
When you own a property, fully functioning utilities like drains are essential. Unexpected drain issues can be stressful, disruptive and costly, and if you're planning to sell in the near future, you may even need [...]
What’s in a pre-purchase drain survey report?
Property buying is one of the most significant (and expensive!) investments you'll make in your lifetime. While there's plenty of excitement when searching for the perfect home, it's important to ensure all the necessary checks [...]
How to bird proof your home
While birds are a beneficial part of our ecosystem, when they nest on roofs or inside properties, they can become a nuisance or cause damage. From building their nests inside chimneys to leaving unsightly droppings [...]
Emergency drain surveys – what to expect
Problem drains wreak havoc on homes and commercial buildings, causing inconvenience, damage and health hazards. Urgent situations we've attended recently include restaurant drain blockages and domestic drains flooding patios and gardens. When experiencing a drain [...]
Do you need a drain test?
Whether it's a domestic or commercial drain system, it should be in good working condition and structurally sound. Even during the construction phase of a new drain, surveys will be necessary. Drain tests are vital [...]
Drain surveys for landlords
Landlords have lots of responsibilities when it comes to the upkeep of the rental properties they own, ensuring essential systems like drainage remain in good working order. CCTV drain surveys are a valuable tool for [...]
How to prevent clogged drains in commercial restaurant kitchens
Commercial kitchens like those found at restaurants and other eateries are bustling hubs of activity, with food preparation, dishwashing and cleaning happening around the clock. While all this action keeps restaurants running smoothly, it can [...]
Drain survey & repair FAQs
If you're thinking about hiring a drain surveyor, you may be wondering what the process involves and have questions about repair options. Whether you're looking for drain mapping or relining solutions, here are our most [...]
Drain preservation services for older properties
Preserving the functional integrity of drainage systems in older properties is vital. In this type of property, wear and tear can lead to inefficiencies and severe issues when they build up over a period of [...]
Drain mapping for commercial building work
If you're planning building work, drain mapping should be an essential part of your plans. This type of commercial drain assessment helps you consider what impact any construction work will have on drainage systems and [...]
Pros & cons of drain relining
Drain remedial services are often required after a CCTV survey highlights issues within the system, but choosing the right repairs is key to preventing problems from recurring. One of the most popular methods of getting [...]
