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After initial assessment I was told it was a two man job who duly arrived in a couple of days with a jetting machine to clear the limescale. They worked very hard to jet the blockage one in the bathroom one outside at the manhole with the jetter. When they were satisfied the soilpipe was clear they inserted a camera so we could all see the there was now no obstruction. They were pleasant and informed me what was happening all the time, I would recommend them to others.

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Very high standard of work carried out by Mark. Solved my issue,very knowledgeable,punctual and tidy. Would recommend & certainly use again.

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Very good and efficient job, excellent standard of work, well satisfied.

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If you’re in need of drainage services, such as a soakaway installation or drain unblocking, then you’ve come to the right place. Drainage specialists play a crucial role in ensuring your sewage systems run smoothly, year round.  

What a drainage specialist can help you with 

Drainage specialists tend to work with broken pipes and other drainage problems like blocked drains. 

As well as clogged sinks, toilets and showers, drainage problems can also be caused by trees and tree roots interrupting the sewer line. Cracks in a path near a tree can be a sign that a tree’s roots are causing problems. A drainage specialist can bore the sewer line open, get rid of the roots, treat them so they don’t grow in that spot again, and then replace or reline the pipe. 

Drainage specialists also install and empty septic tanks, which collect waste in homes that don’t have pipes that are connected to a public sewer system. You should have your tank emptied roughly once a year, following the rules outlined on the GOV.UK website. 

A drainage specialist can help with: 

  • Installing, unblocking and cleaning drains  
  • Dealing with sewage problems   
  • Installing septic tanks or soakaways  
  • Septic tanks clearance and cleaning 

For all your drainage needs, speak to a skilled drain installation and repair specialist in your local area today. They’ll be able to offer the right drainage solutions for your home, regardless of whether you have a blockage or need whole new plumbing. 

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Factors to consider when choosing a drainage company 

It’s really important that you choose a reliable drainage system company to carry out work on your pipes and tanks. Failing to do this can result in unnecessary stress and expensive repairs.   

Before you hire, you should do your research to ensure that your drainage specialists: 

  1. Are an experienced company with a strong history of successful projects  
  1. Have all the necessary licenses and insurance needed to protect you and their workers 
  1. Have a good range of positive reviews from previous customers vouching for their reliability 
  1. Are offering the drainage services you need, and are available to carry out the work in the timeframe you need it done by 
  1. Are quoting a price and payment option that you are happy with, having compared the quote with other local drainage companies  

A local drainage specialist is more likely to respond quickly, as they’ll be right around the corner and ready to help.  

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How much does it cost to hire a drainage specialist? 

How much you end up spending on drainage work depends on the scope and complexity of the work, and where you live in the UK.  

On average, you can expect to pay: 

  • Anywhere between £80 and £150 to get your drains cleaned 
  • Anywhere between £3,500 and £6,000 to get a septic tank installed 
  • Anywhere between £150 and £400 to get your septic tank emptied  

For a more accurate quote, post a drainage job today. 

Planning permission for drainage jobs 

You don’t usually need to apply for planning permission to carry out drain repairs and minor maintenance drain work, unless you live in a listed building.  

You should however make sure you always clarify ownership and responsibility before you carry out changes to drains, sewers and manholes that you share with neighbours. 

To check whether your drainage job requires planning permission, contact your local planning authority. You can also visit the Planning Portal website, or read our planning permission guide, for more information.  

Questions to ask drainage companies 

It’s a good idea to ask your drainage company a few questions before you hire them: 

Are you licensed and insured? 

Make sure to ask your drainage specialist what insurance they have before you hire them. While it’s not a requirement, it’s a good idea for them to have public liability insurance to cover you and them against any accidental damage done to your home or personal injuries. This will guarantee protection for both parties and ensure your drainage company is legally compliant. 

How many years of experience do you have? 

Knowing how many years of work experience your drainage company has will allow you to pick a tradesperson who you are confident has sufficient expertise to carry out a high quality job. When you’re finding a drainage expert through Rated People, head over to their profile to check out the pictures on their work gallery and their ratings and reviews. 

How long will the job take? 

Knowing what your project’s estimated timeline is will help you set realistic expectations about how long your drain work will take to complete. 

How much will the job cost? 

Asking how much the job will cost will help you budget for your project and will ensure price transparency before you hire. How much you’ll end up spending depends on the scope of your project, and where you live in the UK, so make sure you add plenty of details when you post a job. 

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Tips for working with drainage companies  

  1. Be crystal clear about what you want and how much you are willing to spend. Clear contact is key to ensuring you and your drainage specialist are on the same page about your project’s scope and budget  
  1. Stay in the loop and ask for updates as the project unfolds. While unlikely, this will allow you to address any issues before they escalate 
  1. Keep a written record about changes to timelines and costs. This will serve as a reference point to ensure work is carried out to a high standard 
  1. If you have any concerns, talk to your drainage specialist straight away. Open discussion is more likely to resolve problems, and will help you keep a positive working relationship with your tradespeople 

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My name is Conor Lynch, I am an NVQ Level 3 qualified plumber with 8 years of experience in domestic plumbing. Four years ago I made a decision to become my own boss and have not looked back. From a leaky tap to larger jobs I will guarantee an efficient and reliable service, I pride myself in doing the very best for my customers, delivering a personal touch on every job done. All of my quotations are free and I also provide out of hours services, 7 days a week to cover emergencies and for those people that tend to work all hours of the day. All work guaranteed.

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Reviewed by Mark on 28/10/2025

With over 33 Years experience in the building trade, we can get your project moving in the right direction. With professional advice and quality work guaranteed, our specialist team can help you achieve your ideas..

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Reviewed by A on 15/6/2022

The job was done to high standards. Very please with the works done. There was no mess to clear up. It was left clean and tidy at all time. Excellent customer service and excellent time keeping. I would definitely recommend this company to others. Thank you Paul.

We are specialized on landscaping and garden maintenance. Our leader, Norbert is professional hard landscaper. He has more that 10 years experience in fencing, timber work, laying patios, build driveways and create practical and enjoyable garden spaces.

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Reviewed by Ann on 16/10/2022

Person came around and viewed but decided not to take on job. No quote or anything. Wasted our time.

E SAINT GEORGE Ltd is a London & Essex based construction company. We specialise in all aspects of Home Improvements and strive to provide excellent work in order to achieve each individual clients vision. Our Customer Focused Service, ensures that we Communicate-Resolve-Produce superb tailor made projects. E SAINT GEORGE Ltd has an outstanding track record for delivering projects on Time and on Budget. All of our surveys are thoroughly analysed and concisely priced. Our pledge is to deliver all clients with Flat-Rate Costs for all of our contracted services. At E SAINT GEORGE Ltd, we value our highly-skilled team members as the core ingredient to completing every project successfully. HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICES: - Kitchen Installations - Bathroom Renovations - Flooring (Laminate/Wood) - Tiling - Painting & Decorating - Structural Engineering & Design Services BUILDING WORK SERVICES: - Loft & Basement Conversions - Extensions (Single/Double) - Rendering / Plastering - Patio & Driveway Installations - Gardening & Landscaping - Gas Safe Services - Electrical Services (NICEIC) - Handy Man Services

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Reviewed by neil on 26/7/2024

Endrit and his team were wonderful to work with - friendly and professional and nothing was too much trouble for them, despite me changing aspects of the kitchen renovation and install during the process. They went above and beyond to ensure that everything was perfect and that I was happy with all aspects. My new kitchen looks amazing and I can't recommend Endrit and his team highly enough - I have already recommended E Saint George to friends and will be getting them back to install my bathroom.

We do all aspects of building work Roofing, patios, driveway, decking, painting, electrical and more

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Reviewed by Lisa on 14/5/2023

Reliable, friendly, am really pleased with the work they did. Would definitely recommend.

We are a office furniture and building maintenance company with a great small team of skilled qualified tradesman, We have a high standard of work that ranges from building furniture to hame extensions. I have been in the industry for more than 20 years and been in business for the last 4 years.

We are small independent building firm who work to extremely high standards, Over the many years we have undertaken 1000s of full building conversions, Inc bathrooms,kitchen, load bearing walls, studwork, first and second fix joinery, first and second fix plumbing. We our fully qualified and work to the very highest standards I

Im a plumber with 18years experience, i do not touch heating systems as im not gas registerd, im reliable and respond with in 24 hours to view/fix problem. Carry most materiels on van unless its a specific item then that can be arranged.. I also do pvcu, door lock/cylinder lock changes

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Reviewed by Patricia on 11/1/2025

Tomas was very pleasant and punctual and repaired my toilet flush quickly and efficiently. I will have no hesitation in requesting his services again should I need him. I highly recommend him.

We are here to save your home from water damage with peace of mind, We have been about for many years to secure your first defense from bad weather entering your home

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Reviewed by Maxine on 14/4/2025

Nothing was to much trouble.Felt as if I had known Scott years.Proper professional and well pleased with what he done.Cheers Scott

Bedfordshire based carpentry and property improvements company . offering carpentry internal and external , as well as having a strong diverse team of different trades operating within the company , all aspects of building work taken on board and a professional job from start to finish .

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Reviewed by Helen on 21/9/2025

W.J.Newton Property Maintenance Ltd is a local Bury St Edmunds company providing a professional reliable property maintenance service throughout East Anglia. Please see website above for more information. Kind regards. Mr Newton Managing Director.

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Reviewed by Ian on 12/10/2022

At Summer Gardens landscape and Building contractors,we’re perfectionists who pride ourselves on customer service! Just ask our clients! We offer hard and Soft Landscaping, Gardening, Extensions and Outbuildings, Property Maintenance and lots more! Send us a message to find out how we can help you!

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Reviewed by Shane on 6/10/2025

Welcome to this site. The client is the most important visitor on our premises. They are not dependent on us, we are dependent on them. They are not an interruption to our work, they are the purpose of it.

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Reviewed by Graham on 15/12/2024

Fitted some lintels for me. Michael was friendly, knowledgeable and easy to work with. Turned up when agreed and did an excellent job. Would highly recommend this Company.

we have 10+ years of experience and provide high quality of workmanship in every aspect of building services from refurbishments to loft conversion and extension.we are professional team of skilled builders, tillers, bricklayer, carpenter, painter and provide services for plumbing and electric work.

A professional, reliable and experienced tradesman with over 14 years of construction and landscaping experience. JE Landscapes and Construction has been in business for over 10 years and holds a wealth of knowledge in all aspects of landscaping and construction, specialising in the following: - Patios - Fencing - Extensions - Structural changes - Groundwork’s (including drainage, underpinning, soak away systems) - Oak sleeper beds - Concrete slabs -Turf / Astro

We have over 50 years of experience in the construction industry. Specialising in high pressure cleansing/ jetting, with hot water or media blasting if required. Paths, patio's drives, walls, maintenance contracts. Drain jetting, 24 hour availability

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Reviewed by KIRSTY on 27/4/2022

They arrived when they said they would. Very friendly and got on promptly with the works. Left the premises clean and tidy and was happy with the cost - not forgetting they sorted the issue out we had. would and will recommend.

Taylor Made Gardens is a family run, friendly company. All jobs taylor made to suit at reasonable prices. free no obligation quotes. fast and Efficient. all work guaranteed. Fully Insured

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Reviewed by Graham on 11/7/2024

So very pleased with the 35 metre feather board fence installed by Taylor Made Gardens. Will certainly use them again. Roger was easy to get along with and worked steadily with total attention to quality. The new fence looks great. Thanks.

We are a family run business with over 15 years in the building trade. From joiners, plumbers, electricians, painting/decorators, landscapers and plasterers we have it all. We take great pride in our work and customer care is priority.

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Reviewed by Craig on 21/10/2025

Incredibly prompt and easy to work with. Very honest and helpful in their work

Welcome to EXTENSION SPECIALIZE LTD, a , family run, local business that you can rely on. We are a team of skilled and able tradesmen who love a good challenge. Whether your job is large or small, indoors or outdoors, private or commercial, we are confident that we can deliver it with speed, cleanliness, excellent workmanship, quality materials and as a bonus, at an affordable price. ? Do you have a tap that's been dripping for years? Maybe you bought loft insulation and never had the time to lay it? When you build your flat-pack furniture do you spend most of your time scratching your head? Or have you saved for a complete interior or exterior makeover but don't know where to turn? ? EXTENSION SPECIALIZE provides you with a 'one stop shop' for all your property needs. We provide maintenance, repair and improvement services to homeowners, tenants, landlords, letting agents and commercial clients. Best of all, we are equally at home fixing small items on your 'to do' list as we are completing larger projects LIKE NEW HOUSE

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Reviewed by Ian on 22/8/2025

Asked for a simple quote of 5 meters kitchen wall tiles came back with £1800 like what planet are you from.

Hello my name is Gabriel. I’m a Multi Trader and I can do the fallowing service:General handyman , plumber ,Painting, Bathroom & Kitchen,lock smith,Drainage Basic electricity etc…

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