Drain Care Tips for the New Year
Start the year with drains that work properly. Practical maintenance advice for homeowners and landlords in London and Essex.
The festive period is one of the busiest times of year for blocked drains, thanks to extra cooking, guests and food waste. The new year is a sensible time to reset and get ahead of any problems.
Check for slow drainage
If sinks, baths or the toilet have been draining more slowly than usual, do not ignore it. Slow drainage is often an early sign of a partial blockage that will worsen over time, especially with rich Christmas cooking still fresh in the pipework.
Clear outside gullies and gutters
Autumn leaves and winter debris collect in outside gullies and guttering over the colder months. Clearing these now helps prevent overflow and water ingress during heavy winter rain.
Book a CCTV survey if you have concerns
If you had recurring drain issues last year, a CCTV drain survey is the most reliable way to find out exactly what is happening inside the pipe, whether that is root ingress, a cracked joint or a build up of scale.
Having this done early in the year gives you time to plan any repair work before the problem becomes an emergency.
Consider a professional clean
High pressure jetting and drain descaling remove built up grease, scale and debris from the full length of a pipe, not just the section you can reach. This is a good option if drains have felt sluggish over several months rather than just after one meal.
- Watch for slow draining sinks and toilets
- Clear gullies and gutters of autumn and winter debris
- Book a CCTV survey if issues were recurring
- Consider professional jetting or descaling
Support when you need it
Rapid Drainage Services covers London and Essex with drain unblocking, CCTV drain surveys, high pressure jetting, drain descaling, tanker services, pump services and 24 hour emergency call outs. Call 020 3488 6280 or email info@rdrainage.co.uk to book a start of year check.