Drain and pipe unblocking

Types of blockages cleared

• Kitchen sinks blocked with grease and food waste.
• Basins, showers and baths blocked with hair and soap.
• Blocked toilets.
• Downpipes and drains inside the property.
• Bad smells coming up through the drains.

Signs a blockage is building up

Water drains slowly, gurgles on the way down, comes up in the shower when the washing machine runs, or there's a smell that won't go away. If you notice any of these, it's better to have it checked before it blocks completely.

How to stop it happening again

• Don't pour oil or fat down the sink.
• Use strainers in the shower and basin to catch hair.
• Don't flush wipes, sanitary products or cotton buds, even if they say they're flushable.
• Run hot water down the drains now and then.

When the pipework is the problem

If a drain blocks again and again, the pipe may have too little fall, be damaged or have been badly installed. In that case I'll explain what's wrong and quote to fix it properly.

Frequently asked questions

Do you do urgent drain unblocking?

Yes, in the evenings and at weekends too. Call me directly.

Do supermarket drain cleaners work?

They sometimes help with small blockages, but they're harsh on pipes and don't clear serious ones. If it doesn't work first time, don't keep trying.

Do you unblock shared building drains?

I clear blockages inside the property and in downpipes. For a building's main drainage, I'll tell you honestly whether it's a job for me.

What causes the most common blockages?

In the kitchen, grease and food waste. In bathrooms and showers, hair and soap. In toilets, mostly wipes, even the ones labelled flushable.

How much does drain unblocking cost?

It depends on where the blockage is, how easy it is to reach and whether it's an emergency. I give you the price before starting.

Why does my drain smell?

Often the trap has dried out in a drain that's rarely used, which is very common in homes closed up for months. Running water usually fixes it. If the smell stays, there may be a partial blockage worth checking.

Back to the main service

• Plumber

Related services

• Water heater installation
• Damp-proofing

Service areas

• Santa Pola
• Gran Alacant
• Elche
• Alicante
• Urbanova