# Üsküdar Manhole Unclogging

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The need for manhole unclogging in Üsküdar often shows itself as water seeping from the edge of a cover in the garden, or as a rotten smell spreading around it. When a ground-floor sink backs up, it becomes hard to tell whether the problem is outside or inside.

At Cantley, we first lift the cover and look at the condition of the chamber from above, then check the water level and which line it is heading into, and share the cause with you. We break up the sediment and the mass of wipes in the outlet line with a motorised drain snake, then wash the base of the chamber and the connected pipes with high-pressure water. When the work is done, we send the camera down the outlet pipe and confirm on screen that the line is clear all the way to the street connection. If there are roots or a break, we explain that to you too.

## Why manhole problems keep coming back in Üsküdar's older buildings

In older buildings in the historic neighbourhoods, waste water still runs out to the street through clay or cast iron pipes. Over time these pipes crack and slip at the joints. In restored homes the plumbing inside may have been renewed, but the old connection leading out to the street stays where it was, and the blockage appears under the garden or courtyard. A family living in an old apartment building notices that the manhole in the garden overflows after the first rain, while in a shop on a main street the ground-floor drain slows down when business is busy and the water comes back up.

On Üsküdar's steep, narrow streets, many buildings cannot be reached by vehicle, and some can only be reached on foot along streets with steps, so we keep our equipment portable. In coastal neighbourhoods such as Kandilli and Çengelköy, some buildings sit close to sea level, so the slope of the line is limited, the water flows slowly and sediment builds up easily. In the newer buildings in Altunizade, the problem mostly comes from heavy use and the wrong kind of waste getting into the floor lines, so we test the drains one by one and find the flat that is straining the line.

## Frequently asked questions

### Why does a manhole in Üsküdar keep blocking in the same place?

If a manhole blocks again after being cleaned, the real problem is usually in the outlet line or inside an old pipe. That is why at the end of every job we check the whole line with the camera, and if there are roots, a break or a collapse, we show it to you on screen. That way you can act knowing the cause.

### Can I open the manhole cover and look inside myself?

We do not recommend opening the cover and looking inside yourself, because the gas in the chamber can put you at risk. If a cover is left open, keep children and pets away. Pouring boiling water can damage the pipe, and chemical drain openers can harden a greasy blockage and make the job harder.

### Should I call straight away when the manhole starts to overflow?

Yes, you should not leave an overflowing manhole, because the longer waste water sits, the more it can flow back towards the inside of the building. You can write to us on WhatsApp or call 0212 923 66 85. A short description of the problem is enough, and we make the first assessment together with you on site.

## If your manhole is overflowing, do not wait

You can call 0212 923 66 85 or describe the situation to us on WhatsApp. Once you have explained the problem, we talk with you about what the cause could be and how we will proceed.

Phone: 0212 923 66 85 (tel:+902129236685)  
WhatsApp: https://wa.me/905315687185