Category: External Drain Care
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Dealing with Rats in Your Drains
First off, how do you know it’s rats? (Unless you’ve seen them, of course). Let’s begin by identifying the problem, then finding out where and how these pests are getting in from, and getting rid of them for good! Signs of Rats in Drains Some Indications of Rat Activity in Drains are: Visual Evidence Auditory…
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Pests from Drains
A Guide to Identifying and Preventing Common Drainage Pest Issues In this section of Drain Hub we will cover pests. Specifically unwanted rodents, insects and other critters that may come from your drains. There are numerous reasons you may find pests in and around your home, and unfortunately, your drains can be a source. These…
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Shared Drains. Who’s Responsibility Is It, Anyway?
In the UK, responsibility for unblocking and maintaining drains typically depends on whether the drain is a private drain (serves one property) or a shared drain (serves more than one property). If the affected drain is a private drain, it is the responsibility of the property owner connected to that drain. This means that any…
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Best Tools for Drain Care and Unblocking
The best tool to use for a blocked drain, be it toilet, sink or manhole, will depend on the type and severity of the blockage. Here we will break them down by the most effective tools specific to the problem. Toilets The best tool to use for a blocked toilet is a plunger. A plunger…
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How To Install a Soakaway in Your Garden (UK)
Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to install a soakaway in your garden in the UK: Table of contents This guide covers the basics of installing a soakaway, assuming the necessary checks and measurements have already been established. If you’re still working out if you need a soakaway or where to place it, how big…
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How To Clear an Outside Drain (Kitchen Gully)
There are two kinds of outside drains, with the easiest and most commonly blocked one being the kitchen gully. These can be prone to collecting not only the things that accumulate from the outside, such as leaves and litter, but also the things that build up from kitchen use, such as things like food waste,…
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Common Causes of Blocked Drains
There are many, many causes of blocked drains and identifying the cause of your blockage can help resolve and often minimise repeat problems. In no particular order of severity, here are some of the most common causes of blockages affecting toilets, sinks, manhole chambers, etc. Fats, oils & grease Wipes – Even “flushable” products! Excessive…