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What we have learned in the field about blocked drains, odours, flooded basements and vacuum truck jobs. We explain what you can do before the problem grows and when to call for help.
Unblocking a PVC drain pipe: what you can try at home and where it stopsPVC drain pipe is sensitive to heat and hard tools. We explain which methods are safe to try at home, which mistakes damage the pipe, and when to stop.Read the post 
PVC drain pipe sizes: which drain connects to which pipe?From the washbasin to the toilet, we cover which PVC pipe diameter is generally used for each drain in a home, why a narrow pipe blocks, and what to ask during a renovation.Read the post 
Why does drain pipe slope matter?If the same drain keeps blocking after it has been cleared, the slope of the pipe may be the cause. We explain what slope does, common misconceptions and how a faulty fall is corrected.Read the post 
How drain camera inspection works and what it showsWe explain where the camera enters the pipe, what you will see on the screen, how the position of the problem is marked and what you should ask during the inspection.Read the post 
How do tree roots get into a drain pipe?A root does not punch through a pipe, it enters through a leaking joint. Here is the route it takes, the signs in the pipe and why it grows back after cutting.Read the post 
Is no-dig drain unclogging always possible?Most blockages are cleared without touching the tiles, but some are not. We explain honestly what to expect in each situation.Read the post 
What causes manhole and inspection chamber smells?Where you notice the smell tells you the cause. From the cover to a dry floor drain, the signs of each source and the precautions to take against manhole gas.Read the post 
Sewer backflow: precautions for basements and ground floorsWhen the street line fills up, dirty water comes out at the lowest floor. What to do before rain, as the water rises and afterwards, plus lasting precautions.Read the post 
What is a backflow valve and how does it work?A backflow valve is a one-way valve that lets waste water flow only out of the building. We explain how the flap works, the main types and the mistakes that make it useless.Read the post 
Basement flooded in the rain: what to do in the first hoursWhen water floods your basement, the first job is electrical safety and the second is working out where the water is coming from. Here is what to check and record before you start cleaning, in order.Read the post 
When should car park and ramp drain grates be cleaned?Ramp and car park grates cause the most trouble in the first big downpour. We have put together what to check in each season, what happens on cleaning day and what site staff can safely do themselves.Read the post 
How long does a sewer line last, and when should it be renewed?The life of a sewer line depends less on its age than on its material, how it was laid and the ground around it. We compare pipe types, explain the signs that renewal is due and the role of a camera inspection.Read the post
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