Find the right drainage service
Drain problems fall into a few types, so it helps to start with the symptom. A slow sink or a full toilet bowl usually means blocked drains. A block outside the house is closer to drain unblocking.
If blocks keep coming back, a camera can show why. CCTV drain surveys film the inside of the pipe. Drain jetting cleans it with high-pressure water. However, if a survey finds damage, see drain repairs.
Some problems cannot wait, because sewage and flooding carry risk. The emergency drain services guide covers sewage and flooding. Homes with no mains sewer can read about septic tank emptying.
Blocked Drains
Sinks, toilets and outside drains all block for different reasons. Each one needs its own fix. This page explains the causes, the fixes and typical UK costs.
- Blocked Toilet
- Blocked Sink
- Blocked Bath & Shower
Drain Unblocking
Drain unblocking clears the waste pipe so water flows again. The method depends on the pipe. This page explains the options and typical UK costs.
- External Drain Unblocking
- Internal Drain Unblocking
CCTV Drain Surveys
A CCTV survey puts a camera inside the drain. You see its true condition without digging. This page explains what a survey shows and what it can cost.
- Pre-Purchase Drain Survey
- Drainage Investigation
Drain Jetting
Jetting uses high-pressure water to clear grease, scale and silt. It suits some pipes, yet not others. This page explains when it helps and typical UK costs.
- Domestic Drain Jetting
- Commercial Drain Jetting
Emergency Drain Services
Sewage, flooding and total blocks need quick action. Safe first steps limit the harm. This page explains them and how to mark a request urgent.
- Flooding Emergency
- Sewage Emergency
Emergency Plumber
A burst pipe or leak needs the water shut off first. Then you can ask for help. This page explains the stopcock, who owns which pipe and typical UK costs.
Drain Repairs
A cracked or collapsed drain needs a repair, not another clearance. Two methods exist, while the best one depends on the damage. This page compares them and gives typical UK costs.
- Pipe Relining
- Drain Excavation
Septic Tank Emptying
A septic tank needs emptying because solids build up over time. Rules apply in England. This page covers how often, the rules and what to ask before you book.
Local pages for each town
Each town has its own page, because drain advice differs by area. The drain help in York page is the main one. You can also browse every town on the locations page.
- Drainage services in York
- Drainage services in Selby
- Drainage services in Tadcaster
- Drainage services in Easingwold
- Drainage services in Malton
- Drainage services in Pocklington
- Drainage services in Haxby
- Drainage services in Bishopthorpe
- Drainage services in Strensall
Each town page links to the services that apply there. The service pages link back to the towns, since each town page lists its own services.
Before you agree to any work
The engineer who takes your job sets the price and the timing, so ask for a written quote before work starts. Ask whether there is a call-out charge. Compare two quotes if the job looks large.
Sending the request form does not book a visit, since it only passes your details on so an engineer can respond.
Ready to ask for help?
Use the request form at the top of this page. Say what the problem is and whether it is urgent. The form stays open 24/7. You can also use the contact page if you prefer.