How to Clean Drains Outside

Blocked manhole drains can cause serious problems for homeowners, potentially leading to foul smells, flooding, structural damage and a build-up of nasty bacteria in the areas surrounding the blockage.If a drain is within the boundary of your property, it is your responsibility – rather than that of your local water company – to ensure it is well maintained and repaired.But how do you deal with the issue if a drain outside your property becomes blocked?

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Cause of blocked Manhole

There are many factors that contribute to a blocked manhole and here are the most common of them. The most common material that causes a blockage are a build up of toilet paper, lime scale starts to form by reducing the diameter of the pipe work and eventually building up to the point fluid and solid mass cant flow through.Other factors can contribute to causing a blocked manhole and these can be in different form. Some examples are, poorly fitted pipe work or the wrong type or diameter of pipe work. Also tree roots can cause major issues eventually causing cracking or breakages in the pipe work. Other factors causing blockages can flush-able wipes, flush-able wipes don’t break up like standard tissue causing ball like matters of wipes and sewage to form.

HOW TO CLEAN DRAINS OUTSIDE?

Some people advise putting drain un blocker, a vinegar and baking soda combination, bleach, dish washing soap or a range of other chemicals down the manhole to try to clear the blockage. Here at Thames Valley Drains we don’t recommend using any harmful substances and will never use these our self.

For more information give our office a call on 01189888288 or email us info@thamesvalleydrainage.co.uk

How to unblock a bath

A blocked bath or shower drain is one of the most common problems you’ll come across in the everyday use of your bathroom.  this will cause a slippery build-up of soap scum, dirt and grime on the bottom of the bath or shower tray that could be unsightly or even dangerous. Whichever form your pesky blockage has taken, it needs fixing.

how to unblock a bath

Causes of blocked bath 

There are many factors that contribute to  blocked Baths and here are the most common of them. The most common material that causes a blockage are a build up of hair or soap residue.  hair build up in the pipe can start by reducing flow then eventually cause a complete blockage

Other factors can contribute to causing a blocked Bath and these can be in different forms. Some examples are, build up of  lime scale, poorly fitted pipe or the wrong type or diameter of pipe work. Due to  size and location of bathroom pipe work  pipes are not fitted with enough flow to reduce build-ups.

HOW TO UNBLOCK bath DRAINS?

Some people advise putting drain unblocker, a vinegar and baking soda combination, bleach, dish washing soap or a range of other chemicals down the bath to try to clear the blockage. But Thames Valley Drains  don’t recommend using any harmful substances and will never use these our self.

For more information give our office a call on 01189888288 or email us info@thamesvalleydrainage.co.uk

Blocked Manhole

blocked manhole

Causes of Blocked Manhole

There are many factors that contribute to a blocked manhole and here are the most common of them. The most common material that causes a blockage are a build up of toilet paper, lime scale starts to form by reducing the diameter of the pipe work and eventually building up to the point fluid and solid mass cant flow through.

Other factors can contribute to causing a blocked manhole and these can be in different form. Some examples are, poorly fitted pipe work or the wrong type or diameter of pipe work. Also tree roots can cause major issues eventually causing cracking or breakages in the pipe work. Other factors causing blockages can flush-able wipes, flush-able wipes don’t break up like standard tissue causing ball like matters of wipes and sewage to form.

HOW TO CLEAN DRAINS OUTSIDE?

Some people advise putting drain un blocker, a vinegar and baking soda combination, bleach, dish washing soap or a range of other chemicals down the manhole to try to clear the blockage. Here at Thames Valley Drains we don’t recommend using any harmful substances and will never use these our self.

For more information give our office a call on 01189888288 or email us info@thamesvalleydrainage.co.uk

How Blocked Drainage Occurred?

If it’s an indoor blockage, it could have occurred because of heavy materials or objects flushed down the drain.  Sanitary products often caused  Blocked drainage .In addition paper towels or other hard to flush materials which can clog pipes and obstruct drains. Wipes, tissues, and even hair can also be the culprits

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Using CCTV Surveys for Blocked Drainage?

Through using our CCTV drain investigation equipment we can identify areas of a Blocked drain. Block drain may be holding water due to a blockage or even a collapsed section of pipe.  When a drain has been newly installed or recently cleaned out there will be very little debris standing still in the line it will all move away promptly and this is how we identify Blocked drainage problems by using our special equipment.

For more information give our office a call on 01189888288 or email us info@thamesvalleydrainage.co.uk

How to Unblock a bath

How to Unblock a bath

FACTORS CAUSING BLOCKAGE AND HOW TO UNBLOCK DRAINS

There are many factors that contribute to  blocked Baths and here are the most common of them. The most common material that causes a blockage are a build up of hair or soap residue.  hair build up in the pipe can start by reducing flow then eventually cause a complete blockage

Other factors can contribute to causing a blocked Bath and these can be in different forms. Some examples are, build up of  lime scale, poorly fitted pipe or the wrong type or diameter of pipe work. Due to  size and location of bathroom pipe work  pipes are not fitted with enough flow to reduce build-ups.

HOW TO UNBLOCK DRAINS?

Some people advise putting drain unblocker, a vinegar and baking soda combination, bleach, dish washing soap or a range of other chemicals down the bath to try to clear the blockage. But Thames Valley Drains  don’t recommend using any harmful substances and will never use these our self.

For more information give our office a call on 01189888288 or email us info@thamesvalleydrainage.co.uk

How to Unblock a Toilet

How to unblock a toilet

CAUSES OF BLOCKED TOILET

There are many factors that contribute to a blocked toilet and here are the most common of them. The most common material that causes a blockage are excess toilet paper or miss use of wet wipes. Too much toilet paper or wet wipes dumped for  single flush can cause a blockage in toilets.

In addition other factors can also contribute in causing a block drain. These can be in different forms. Some examples are, build up of uric or limescale, poorly fitted pipework or the wrong type or diameter of pipework.

Sometimes the blockage could be further down the pipework. An external blockage causing your pipes to the backlog and appear to be blocked at the toilet.

WHY THAMES VALLEY DRAINAGE

Thames Valley Drainage carry all tools and equipment to be able to assist your needs. The average cost our customer pay for a blocked toilet is £99.00

With every drain clearance we provide a detailed description (where possible). Detailed description includes the cause. and will also provide our best advice on how to unblock a badly blocked toilet.

WHAT TO DO WHEN TOILET IS BLOCKED?

Some people advise putting drain unblocker, vinegar and baking soda combination, bleach, dish washing soap or a range of other chemicals down the toilet to try to clear the blockage. Here at Thames Valley Drains we don’t recommend using any harmfull substances and will never use these our self.It is neccessary to know how to unblock a toilet in uk and how to eliminate the issue from happening it again.

For more information give our office a call on 01189888288 or email us info@thamesvalleydrainage.co.uk

What are the causes of collapsed drainage?

There are many factors that contribute to a Collapsed drainage and here are the most common of them. Ground movement and settling, overhead traffic movement e.g. drains on driveway for cars etc. and outside influences such as roots activity,

Drain deterioration usually starts with small cracks leading to fractures in drainpipes that can further develop into breaks, deformation and holes and eventually a total collapse making the drains unserviceable. They can occur in both plastic and clay pipes. Pitch fibre can also be affected by deforming first until the pipe gives way totally.

collapsed drainage

Cost of CCTV Survey

Thames Valley Drainage carry all tools and equipment to be able to assist your needs. The average cost our customer pay for a CCTV survey to ascertain the condition of your drains is £120.00. This will identify potential areas of concern and enable  to make an informed choice as to  best course of action.

Detailed Description with each Survey

With every survey we provide a detailed description (where possible). Detailed description includes about cause and  will also provide our best advice on how to eliminate issue from happening again. There are many solutions to repairing pipe faults including no dig technology. If however the collapse as already occurred we can recommend the best excavation method to rectify.

For more information give our office a call on 01189888288 or email us info@thamesvalleydrainage.co.uk

What are the Causes of Smelly Drains?

There are many factors that contribute to a bad smell and sometimes it might not be drain related. Thames Valley Drainage have years of experience in diagnosing the cause. Some of the causes  could be a partial blockage or a build up in the pipe work.

Lack of use of the facilities in the building can be the cause of Bad smells. Water traps are designed to prevent smells. If these traps dry out  it could cause a sewer like smell. These smells can carry throughout the building when having an issue. Its always good to note how long the smell has been present the locations of the smell. and where its strongest and also if the smell comes and goes.

Other causes of smells could be faulty or leaking pipe work, faulty dergo valves or just a blockage in the pipes. If you have rodent issues this could also be the cause.  and our skilled engineers can advise on how to prevent rodents entering your drainage system

Detailed Description

Thames Valley Drainage will carry out a full investigation of  smell and where possible identify the cause and remove the issue.We also provides complete description on how to clean drains that smell.

Thames Valley Drainage carries all tools and equipment to be able to assist your needs. The average cost our customer pay for investigation and resolving a bad smell is £99.00.

Chemicals are not Recommended

Some people advise putting drain un blocker, a vinegar and baking soda combination.and also bleach, dish washing soap or a range of other chemicals down the Urinal to try to clear the blockage. Here at Thames Valley Drains we don’t recommend using any harmful substances and will never use these ourselves.

For more information give our office a call on 01189888288 or email us info@thamesvalleydrainage.co.uk

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What are the Causes of Blocked Shower?

There are many factors that contribute to a blocked Shower and here are the most common of them. The most common material that causes a blockage are a build up of hair or soap residue . Hair build up in the pipe can start reducing flow then eventually cause a complete blockage.

Similarly other factors can also contribute to causing a blocked Shower and these can be in different form. Some examples are, build up of  lime scale, poorly fitted pipe work or wrong type or diameter of pipe work. Due to the size and location of bathroom pipe work the pipes are not fitted with enough flow to reduce build-ups.

Why External Blockage Occurs?

Sometimes the blockage could be further down the pipe work and even an external blockage. Blockage causes your pipes to backlog and appear to be blocked at the Shower.Blockage build ups in the pipes need to be fully removed from the waste pipe using a range of different tools and equipment. Thames Valley Drainage will remove the obstruction.

How We Works

Thames Valley Drainage carry all tools and equipment to be able to assist your needs. The average cost our customer pay for a blocked Shower is £99.00

In addition to every drain clearance we provide a detailed description (where possible) of what the cause was and also will provide our best advice on how to eliminate the issue from happening again.

What to do if shower drain is blocked?

However some people advise putting drain unblocker, a vinegar and baking soda combination, bleach, dish washing soap or a range of other chemicals down the Shower to try to clear the blockage. But Thames Valley Drains don’t recommend using any harmful substances and will never use these our self.

For more information give our office a call on 01189888288 or email us info@thamesvalleydrainage.co.uk