Drain Cleaning in London

What Is Professional Drain Cleaning?

Drain cleaning is the process of removing grease, scale, soap residue, food waste, and debris that gradually accumulates inside drainage pipes. Unlike temporary DIY fixes, professional drain cleaning targets the full internal diameter of the pipe, not just creating a narrow channel through the buildup.

We provide drain cleaning for:

• Kitchen sinks and waste pipes where grease builds up
• Bathroom sinks, showers, and baths where hair and soap accumulate
• External drains and gullies that collect debris
• Underground drainage systems connecting to mains sewers
• Residential and commercial properties of all sizes

Signs Your Drains Need Cleaning

You may need professional drain cleaning if you notice:

• Water draining slowly from sinks or showers despite trying DIY solutions
• Gurgling noises from plugholes when other fixtures drain
• Persistent unpleasant drain smells that don't go away
• Repeated minor blockages that clear temporarily then return
• Water backing up after normal use of washing machines or dishwashers

Ignoring these signs often leads to complete blockages or emergency call-outs. Regular drain cleaning can prevent these problems and extend the life of your drainage system.

Drain Cleaning vs DIY Solutions

Why DIY Methods Often Fail

Chemical cleaners and home remedies may provide short-term relief, but they rarely remove hardened build-up and can damage pipework over time. Caustic chemicals can corrode older pipes, and they often just create a temporary channel through the blockage rather than clearing it completely.

Benefits of Professional Drain Cleaning

Professional drain cleaning:

• Clears the pipe thoroughly, not just a path through the debris
• Significantly reduces the likelihood of repeat blockages
• Is safe for modern plastic and older clay pipe systems
• Saves money by preventing emergency repairs and major failures
• Identifies potential problems before they become serious

Our Drain Cleaning Process

We begin by assessing the condition of your drainage system and identifying the cause of restricted flow. Our engineers use a combination of methods depending on the situation:

High-Pressure Water Jetting

For most drain cleaning jobs, high-pressure jetting is the most effective solution. Water at up to 4,000 PSI is forced through the pipe, scouring the walls clean and flushing debris away. This method is safe for most pipe types and provides thorough cleaning.

Mechanical Cleaning

For certain types of buildup or sensitive pipework, mechanical cleaning with rotating heads or flexible cables may be more appropriate. This physically scrapes deposits from pipe walls.

CCTV Inspection

Where we suspect underlying damage or need to assess the extent of buildup, we can inspect the drain with a CCTV camera. This allows us to see exactly what's happening inside your pipes and recommend the most appropriate treatment.

Residential and Commercial Drain Cleaning

We provide drain cleaning services across London for:

• Homeowners dealing with slow or blocked drains
• Landlords and letting agents maintaining rental properties
• Restaurants and hospitality venues with grease-laden drains
• Offices and commercial premises requiring preventive maintenance

Each service is tailored to the scale and complexity of the drainage system involved. Commercial kitchens have very different requirements to residential bathrooms, and we adjust our approach accordingly.