A septic system can be invaluable when it isn’t feasible to connect your home’s drains to the sewer network (which is often the case in rural locations, for example). However, your system must be carefully looked after and regularly emptied in order to continue cleansing wastewater effectively. That’s why you’ll want to familiarise yourself with […]

Drain maintenance for business owners is never more important than when you’re running a restaurant. Busy commercial kitchens serving hot food generate large quantities of used cooking fat, oil and grease. Even a small restaurant with a deep-fat fryer may use as many as 20 litres of cooking oil every week, according to oil recycler […]

There’s a wide range of compelling reasons why property owners should book CCTV drain surveys, as we’ll explain. Essentially, these detailed drain inspections can be incredibly helpful if you have any questions or concerns about your drainage system. A CCTV drainage survey involves gathering high-resolution, colour footage of drains then outlining findings and recommendations in […]

If a drain is blocked at your home or workplace, wastewater can no longer flow freely away from the building. Until the pipework gets unblocked, you may encounter all sorts of unpleasant problems, from nasty odours to sinks refusing to empty. As Bristol and Bath drain unblocking experts, we know drain obstructions make people feel […]

Drain delamination occurs when the layers of pitch fibre pipes separate, causing the drain to warp, blister, and lose its structural integrity. This is primarily due to prolonged exposure to hot water, fats, oils, and grease (FOG), which weaken the coal-tar pitch bonding the pipe layers together. Over time, this leads to restricted wastewater flow, […]

Have you ever wondered what drain relining is and how it works? You’re not alone. Our Bath drains services team often answers customers’ questions about the process. Despite its name, drain relining doesn’t involve relaying or realigning underground pipework, it actually refers to an entirely different procedure. In a nutshell, drain relining is a modern […]

When winter arrives in Bath, Bristol and the surrounding area, it brings crisp, fresh air, picturesque snowy landscapes – and freezing temperatures. Unfortunately, frozen drains are very common between December and February, the coldest months in the UK. In fact, a drain freezing is one of the main reasons why many residential and commercial property […]

‘It’s the most wonderful time of the year,’ declares the classic Christmas song, but your drainage system may not be inclined to agree. When you’re entertaining guests, serving lavish meals and throwing parties, your drains are working harder than ever. Plus, they’re more likely to be exposed to cooking fat and other notorious drain blockers […]

Since wet wipes were invented in the late 1950s, these convenient, single-use cloths have become incredibly popular. Some of the most common types of wet wipe are toilet paper alternatives that offer more thorough cleansing. So it’s perhaps not surprising that an enormous number of used wipes end up being flushed away – up to […]

Trees bring beauty and shade to your property, but their roots can cause serious problems underground. One common issue is how trees damage drains, often leading to blockages, leaks, or even collapsed pipes. Understanding the three main ways tree roots impact drainage systems can help you take proactive steps to protect your pipes and avoid […]