Outside Drain Unblocker
Local Heroes has helped hundreds of people with their external drain repair across the UK. Enter your details below to search prices and availability.
Why should you get your blocked external drain fixed by a Drainage Engineer?
Blocked drains are a common household issue however it’s easy to forget about outside drains and revert to panic if an external drain becomes blocked. Blocked external drains need fixing quickly to ensure your internal drainage system doesn’t suffer as a consequence. Although you can take measures to prevent blocked external drains, if you do notice a blockage, call a professional who can identify the problem and provide the best solution. Drainage engineers are trained to fix blocked drains and will use the correct equipment to ensure no further damage is done.
How Local Heroes can help?
Local Heroes can help you find highly qualified drainage engineers in your local area, putting forward experts for you to hire who will complete the job efficiently. You can read ratings and reviews from previous customers, and trust that Local Heroes will deliver a top-quality service.
A Local Heroes drainage engineer will assess the problem, for instance a blocked external drain, identify what the cause is and fix the drain to the highest possible standard. Blocked external drains can happen at any time of year, however we see a lot more during autumn as leaves fall from trees and get lodged in drains.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What causes drain blockages?Wipes, tissues, sanitary products and even hair can block drains.
- Who is responsible for blocked drains and sewers?You are responsible for maintaining or repairing any drains inside the boundaries of your property but your water company is responsible for lateral drains – or sewers – that you share with your neighbour.
- What is the difference between drains and sewers?A drain serves one property whereas a sewer is the point where drains meet. They serve multiple properties.
- How do I know if my drains are blocked?If your toilet, bath, shower or sinks are draining slowly – or not at all – then your drains may be blocked.
- What should I do if my drains are blocked?Put on a glove and see if there's any debris you can remove by hand. Next, try a plunger or drain unblocker. If you're still having no luck, it's time to call a professional.
- What does drain unblocking entail?It depends on the problem. Sometimes drains can be unblocked by hand or using plungers. For more stubborn blockages, rods or drain jets may be used.
- What does drain jetting entail?Drain jetting works by pumping water into your drain through a high-pressure hose fitted with a jetting nozzle.
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Why a Drainage Engineer?
Why not a plumber? A simple explanation is that problems concerning water coming into your home need plumbers, whereas problems concerning water coming out of your home need drainage engineers i.e. blocked drains. Drainage engineers have the expertise to determine where the blockage is in your external drain, the likely cause and the best solution.
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Recent Local Heroes Reviews
“Two very polite young men did the job quickly and efficiently.”
Graham
“Fantastic service a hero in all sense of the word, Rob our drain surveyor communicated well and went the extra mile to get the report over in quick time. Would recommend.”
Ryan
“Fantastic customer service, very helpful and explained everything clearly. Thank you Rob!!”
Marion
“Helped with another problem before they could start the job”
Richard
“Everything. Doug explained the problem and sorted it out quickly and efficiently. Very friendly and professional.”
Rosemary
“They were very quick and efficient and diagnosed the problem then fixed very quickly with no mesh.”
Richard
“Good quick service. The guy who came out was very pleasant, horrid job he had to do too! So very happy thanks”
Fiona
“Rang immediately, kept us updated, came out quickly, did a great job and was very polite & friendly.”
Lisa
“They came fully prepared, were knowledgeable, thorough, and gave me really good advice – an all-round excellent service.”
Angie