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How to find sewer blockage removal near me
Is there something obstructing your sewage pipes? Let us help you find the best tradesperson to remove the blockage.
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Finding the best sewer removal services in your local area
A blocked sewer pipe or obstructed drain should be cleared as soon as possible. Ignoring a blocked sewer can lead to more serious damage that can be expensive to repair.
Depending on the extent of the damage, it is possible to unblock a drain yourself. You will need to hire a sewer blockage removal professional if your DIY attempts don't work.
Often you will not be able to clear a blockage if it is located deep in your sewage system pipes. This is a job best left to the experts.
Here are our top tips on how to find the best sewer blockage removal specialists in your local area:
1. Use a professional directory
If you're not sure where to start to find the best tradespeople for your home repairs and improvements, we can help.
On Checkatrade, you’ll only find tradespeople who meet our high standards and pass our checks. On average our trades score 9 out of 10 on everything from workmanship and reliability to tidiness
We’re so confident in the quality of the trades on Checkatrade that if you book through us, we guarantee their work up to £1,000. Guaranteed for 12 months – Eligibility criteria and T&Cs apply.
2. Check online reviews
Reading a few verified online reviews is a great way to find out what previous customers have to say about a tradesperson's standard of work and reputation.
We check the reviews on Checkatrade are from real people, and that trades meet our high standards.
3. Ask for recommendations
Has anyone you know had sewage problems before?
Ask around for recommendations. Just don't forget to cross-check those recommendations on Checkatrade!
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Answering your sewer blockage removal questions
How do I get rid of a sewage blockage?
Sewer pipes and drains can become blocked for several reasons. Flushing wipes and sanitary products down the toilet can obstruct your property's sewer system. Food waste, grease and cooking oil can also lead to blocked up drains.
You can clear a minor blockage by using specialist cleaning chemicals or a plunger. You may also be able to clear the obstruction with a drain rod. A plumber can unclog your toilet and also deal with other small blockages.
Obstructions further down in your sewer system will need to be cleared by a drain specialist.
If sewage is flooding into your home, hire an emergency sewer clearance company near you immediately.
Who to call for a blocked manhole?
If a drain within your property's boundary is blocked, you will need to call a sewer clearance company. The experts can survey your pipes and remove the materials obstructing the system.
A professional plumber can fix minor blockages inside your home. However, if waste and water are not flowing away from your property, a drain specialist will be needed.
How to fix a backed up sewer
Tradespeople use several methods to unblock a backed up sewer. CCTV may be used to look down into the sewer system and find the source of the blockage.
Sewer obstructions can be cleared using drain jetting and rodding techniques.
Drain jetting involves using high pressured water to clear obstructions and debris in the sewer pipe system. Alternatively, a long flexible rod may be placed into the system to break up the materials causing the blockage.
How much does it cost to unblock a sewer?
The cost to unblock a seweris determined by the amount of work needed to clear the obstruction. For example, drain rodding has an average cost of £85. In comparison, drain jetting is more expensive and costs an average of£185.
You can expect to pay an average of £300 for a CCTV survey of your sewer. The average call out cost for a sewer removal service is £60 but this increases to £180 if you need an emergency call out.
Hiring a sewer blockage removal service near you
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