Drain & Able
Reading, Berkshire
Checkatrade member since 201310
Customer Reviews
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Based on 25 reviews over the past 12 months
Quality of work
9.96
Reliability
10
Communication
10
What customers are saying
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Drain & Able receives high praise for their prompt, efficient, and friendly service, with customers consistently highlighting their professionalism and clear communication. Several reviewers commend the team's ability to quickly resolve drainage issues and appreciate the tidy workmanship, though one customer reported they were unable to book due to unavailability.
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Reviews (1102)
10 Toilet backing up
Posted 23 April
Ben, from Drain & Able first attended on 24th March. He was more than happy to let me watch what was going on, and showed me the camera view revealing the damage done by a water pipe ‘moling’ through a toilet drain, thus causing our toilet to back up. By 4th April all work had been completed. When the repair was actually undertaken, like any small boy, I wanted to look in the hole and see what was going on, and this didn’t cause them any problem. If they hadn’t wanted me to look, that would have been cause for concern! As you can see by the attached you can just tell where they lifted the paviVerified reviewerJob location: RG410 Repairing/ refitting worn pitch fibre drain
Posted 22 April
Excellent work all round. Prompt and easy to deal with. Felt like a difficult job was in safe hands. Left the property very neat and tidy too. Highly recommended.Verified reviewerJob location: RG210 CCTV Survey of the house drains
Posted 08 April
Drain & Able were helpful and informative on what I needed to check for any defects in my drainage system . 2 Gentlemen turned up on time they were very nice, they worked efficiently and having found one of the drains was partially blocked they cleared that for me. They were neat and tidy, polite and pleasant. I do have a issue with a defective pipe, and photo's were sent to me so I could see what the problem was. I would recommend Drain & Able .Verified reviewerJob location: RG3110 Investigate cause of blocked foul drain and clear
Posted 01 April
The drainage crew arrived ahead of schedule and promptly found and cured the problem. I couldn't ask for a better service and would thoroughly recommend Drain & Able to carry out any work on your drainage system.Verified reviewerJob location: RG30- AAnonymous
10 Drainage remediation works
Posted 01 April
Job location: RG7Ben is an absolute gem! He made what could have been a stressful plumbing job completely stress-free. Everything was explained clearly, and his professionalism shone through. On top of that, there was plenty of laughter along the way, which made the whole experience surprisingly enjoyable. If you need a plumber who knows his stuff and brings a great vibe, Ben’s your guy! Highly recommend. 10 CCTV Drain inspection and remedial drainage works
Posted 20 March
I cannot recommend Drain & Able enough. I had to have a CCTV drain inspection and subsequently drainage remedial work was needed. Diane (in the office) is super helpful, efficient and great at communicating. Ben, who carried out the work was brilliant. Explained everything he was doing, showed me the issues and the repairs he was undertaking at every stage so I could see what was going on. He is a joy to have carry out work, very clean and tidy, respectful of property, turns up when he says he will and clearly knows his stuff. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending them to friends & family.Verified reviewerJob location: RG41
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Company Info
Owner
Mr & Mrs Kevin & Diane Andrews
Sole Trader
12 years on Checkatrade
VAT Registered
Yes: 880820712
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- Descaling
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- Drain Maintenance
- Domestic & Commercial
- Planned Preventative Programmes
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No nonsense approach with an honest appraisal of any drainage problem.
Fully accredited with High Pressure Water Jetting Association, SAFEContractor & CHAS meeting & adhering to Health and Safety standards.
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Please give us a call to discuss any drain problem you may be experiencing.
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