Blocked Drain Specialists in London
Our drainage engineers are fully equipped to diagnose and clear blocked drains across London — from slow-running sinks to completely blocked external drains and manholes.
📞 Call 020 8050 8258Signs You Have a Blocked Drain
Blocked drains rarely fix themselves — they tend to get worse over time. If you’re noticing any of the following, it’s worth calling our team before the problem escalates.
- Water draining slowly from sinks, baths, or showers
- Gurgling or bubbling sounds from pipes or toilets
- Unpleasant smells coming from drains inside or outside
- Water backing up in sinks, baths, or toilets
- An outside drain overflowing or sitting full of water
- Damp patches near drain access points or soil pipes
Call us on 020 8050 8258 for same-day attendance in most cases.
How We Clear Blocked Drains
We don’t just rod a drain clear and leave. Our engineers identify the cause of the blockage to make sure it’s properly resolved — not just temporarily cleared.
- Clear internal blockages in sinks, baths, showers, toilets, and waste pipes
- Clear external drain and manhole blockages
- Use high-pressure drain jetting to remove stubborn or recurring blockages
- Carry out CCTV drain surveys to identify root causes such as cracked pipes or root intrusion
- Repair or reline damaged sections where required — see drain repair London
What Causes Blocked Drains?
Understanding the cause matters. A blockage that keeps returning usually has an underlying reason — and clearing it properly means finding that reason.
- Fat and grease — the most common cause of kitchen drain blockages; solidifies inside pipes over time
- Wet wipes and hygiene products — even “flushable” wipes cause blockages and should never be flushed
- Tree root intrusion — roots enter pipe joints and grow over time, causing partial or full blockages
- Leaves and garden debris — block gullies and outside drains, especially in autumn
- Soap scum and hair — build up gradually in bathroom waste pipes
- Collapsed or misaligned pipes — common in older London properties; requires CCTV diagnosis and repair
What Happens When You Call
- Call us on 020 8050 8258 — describe what you’re experiencing. We’ll ask a few quick questions and aim to provide a fixed price over the phone.
- Engineer dispatched — a drainage engineer is sent to your property, aiming for same-day attendance wherever possible.
- Diagnosis and clearance — we assess the blockage, use the right method to clear it, and explain what we found.
- Job complete — we leave the property clean and give you practical advice on preventing future blockages.
Areas We Cover
We clear blocked drains across London and South London, including Croydon, Bromley, Sutton, Streatham, Beckenham, Orpington, Penge, Crystal Palace, Norbury, Mitcham, West Wickham, Purley, and surrounding areas.
What Our Customers Say
“Came out within two hours. Cleared a badly blocked external drain and explained exactly what had caused it.”
“Straightforward pricing and a tidy job. Would use again without hesitation.”
“Called at 7pm on a Sunday. Engineer was with us by 9pm. Couldn’t fault the service.”