Blocked Drains, Toilets & Sinks Northampton
Drain backing up or toilet will not flush? Send a request and say where the blockage is, because that shapes the fix.
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A blocked drain usually comes from fat, wipes or something stuck in the pipe. Work out whether the drain is yours or the water company's before you pay for a repair. Send a request, then ask the engineer to talk you through the options, since the right fix depends on the cause.
Why drains block
Most blockages start with what goes down the pipe. Thames Water says only pee, poo and toilet paper should go down the toilet. Wet wipes still cause many blockages, even ones sold as flushable.
Fat and grease cause trouble in kitchens. Let them cool, then put them in the bin, because hot water and washing-up liquid do not stop the build-up. Roots, leaves and silt can block outdoor drains.
Our guide on why a drain blocks and what to try first lists the signs. Stop when water will not move at all, since forcing it can push the blockage further along.
Is the drain yours or the water company's?
A private drain that serves only your home is normally yours to fix, says Citizens Advice. The pipe beyond your boundary and the public sewer belong to the water company, while shared private sewers belong to the owners who use them.
Many private sewers and lateral drains passed to the water companies on 1 October 2011. Some private sewers still exist, so check with your sewerage company. In much of Northamptonshire that is Anglian Water, while other areas have a different company.
Our guide explains who pays for a blocked drain. A camera can also show where the fault sits, because it records the pipe from inside, as the CCTV drain survey page explains.
What unblocking costs
Drain unblocking usually costs £80 to £250 outside London, says Fantastic Services. Precise Drainage gives £80 to £150 for a minor blockage and £150 to £300 for a moderate one. These are guides, not our prices, although they show the usual range.
Send a request for an exact quote. The price depends on the blockage and how easy the drain is to reach, although the guides above show the usual range.
Where we cover
We cover blocked drains across Northampton and towns within 30 miles, although each town page adds local detail. See the pages for blocked drains in Kettering, blocked drains in Rushden, blocked drains in Wellingborough and blocked drains in Daventry.
Nene Valley towns such as Higham Ferrers plumbers and plumbers in Irthlingborough have local pages too, while our guide to blocked drains in the Nene Valley adds more detail. Our full list of areas has the rest.
What This Service Covers
- Blocked toilets, sinks, baths and showers
- Outdoor and underground drains
- Methods such as rodding or jetting, chosen to suit the blockage
- Camera inspection if the cause is unclear
- Advice on whether the drain is private or public
- Tips to stop the blockage coming back
How It Works
Describe the blockage
Say which drain is blocked and what you see. Mention whether neighbours have the same problem, since that points to a shared sewer.
Your request is passed on
Your request goes to an engineer, who can get back to you with next steps. Tell us if water is backing up into the house, because that changes how urgent it is.
Clear the blockage
The engineer picks a method to suit the blockage. Ask for the price before work starts, because the method affects the cost.
Check the flow
The engineer runs water to see that it drains. Ask for advice on stopping a repeat, because prevention costs less.
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes most blocked drains?
Can I clear a blockage myself?
What if the blockage is in the street?
How do I know if it is my drain or a shared sewer?
How much does drain unblocking cost?
How can I stop drains blocking?
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