How to Cover a Manhole in a Garden
To cover a manhole in a garden, choose a cover that matches the surrounding area — a recessed paving tray filled with matching slabs or block paving for patios, an artificial grass cover for lawns, or a lightweight decorative cover for borders. Fit the cover so it sits flush with the surrounding surface, and always […]
What’s Hiding Underground? Your Complete Guide to CCTV Drain Surveys
CCTV (Closed-Circuit Television) is perhaps best known as a security system used mainly in areas like car parks, shopping centres, and banks. But it is also used as a technology to inspect drainage systems. The specialised CCTV cameras can be guided through underground pipes, enabling drainage experts to examine inaccessible areas. A CCTV drain survey […]
How to Build a Soakaway for Improved Garden Drainage
How to Build a Soakaway for Improved Garden Drainage Introduction A soakaway drainage collects and redistributes rainwater in the ground. Building a soakaway includes testing the soil condition, excavating the area, digging it, laying geotextile fabric, placing plastic crates, wrapping them with membrane, connecting the pipe, backfilling the pit and replacing the soil. A soakaway […]
What is Hydro Jetting and How Does it Work?
Category Date Author Marco Table of Contents Blocked drains can be a major problem for residential and commercial property owners. When time passes, grease, debris, tree roots, and other stubborn materials can accumulate in the pipes. This buildup may cause the drainage system to slow or even become completely blocked. Fortunately, the hydro jetting cleaning […]
What is Drain Jetting and Why You Might Need It?
Category Date Author Marco Table of Contents Blocked drains can cause a range of problems, including slow drainage, unpleasant odours, and potential property damage. While some blockages can be cleared using traditional drain cleaning methods, more stubborn clogs often require a powerful solution such as drain jetting. High-pressure drain jetting is an effective way of […]
What Is the Law on Shared Drains?
Category Date Author Marco Table of Contents In residential districts, there are many instances of shared drains, which link together several adjacent homes or buildings. However, it can be very confusing as to who is actually responsible for maintaining them and repairing any damage to them, or who will pay for unblocking them. The laws […]
Best Chemicals to Unblock Drains: What You Need to Know
Category Date Author Marco Table of Contents Blocked or slow drains are a serious matter that often starts as a minor inconvenience. But if ignored, they can lead to costly property damage. If you are experiencing slow-draining sinks, gurgling pipes, or foul smells, it is essential to act immediately to address these minor issues before […]
How To Clear Hair from the Drains?
Category Date Author Marco Table of Contents If you have a slow or blocked drain in your home, you already know how frustrating it can be. If the drain in your bathroom sink, shower, or bathtub is blocked, you’ll probably find that the main culprit causing the blockage is hair. The good news is that […]
How To Clear Fats from a Drain?
Category Date Author Marco Table of Contents Blocked drains are a common household problem. It’s an unpleasant experience when you find out that your drains are blocked. Fat, oil, grease, food particles, hair, and other foreign objects can lead to the formation of stubborn blockages. If left unchecked for an extended period, it can lead […]
Do You Need Planning Permission for a Septic Tank?
Category Date Author Marco Table of Contents A septic tank is a vital wastewater treatment system commonly used in locations where properties are not linked to a public sewer network. It treats and controls wastewater directly on the property, making it a practical and convenient option for homeowners. But before installing or upgrading a septic […]