As we’re finally in 2020, we would like to wish you all a very Happy New Year from all of us at Drain 247. The new year brings new hope and the idea that they should leave everything in 2019...

Firstly, it’s not a very good idea to put nappies, incontinence pads or sanitary towels down the toilet. Always remember not to allow such things as air fresheners, children's toys or other objects to fall into the toilet because these...

What is a Drainage Plan? A drainage plan is an important document that every property or site should have. It contains a general layout of all of the properties on your site and all of the drains underneath. The plan...

What’s better than going home after a cold, wet and windy winters day than coming home and getting in a warm shower, then putting some warm clothes and snuggling up into a ball on the sofa and falling to sleep....

The UK has seen some of it’s most severe floods in the past couple of weeks. Residents of many towns have had to move out of their house because of the amount of rainfall that has hit particular areas of...

What is Unblocktober? Unblocktober is a month dedicated to improving the welfare of our sewers, drainage systems, and seas. It’s a month where we as a community must become more aware and responsible for what we are spilling down the...

Many domestic and commercial environments utilise pipes, drains, and sewers for a variety of reasons. Most of the time, these pipes and drains are completely fine and work as intended, but sometimes, unexpected problems can occur. When you experience a...

When a blocked drain occurs, it can sometimes be a nightmare for property owners. Even when there is just a partial blockage in the drains, it can often bring other problems and can eventually lead to a complete blockage. Issues...

Before you commit to buying a home, there are important drainage checks that you need to carry out to identify the condition of the home and its drains. More home buyers are now recognising the importance of a home buyer’s...

Drain maintenance is often one of the important tasks that the majority of homeowners neglect, whether it’s a residential or commercial property. However, regular drain maintenance can help you prevent potential problems that might crop up in the future and...