Blocked Drains & Drainage Services in Cardiff
Slow sinks, a toilet that will not flush away, or a drain overflowing in the garden? We clear blockages properly and, where a drain keeps failing, find out why with a camera inspection.
- Blocked sinks, baths, showers and toilets cleared
- Outside drains, gullies and manholes unblocked
- CCTV drain inspections to find recurring faults
- Price agreed before we start




9.923 Checkatrade reviewsDrainage work we take on
- Blocked kitchen sinks and waste pipes
- Blocked baths, basins and showers
- Blocked and overflowing toilets
- Blocked outside drains, gullies and manholes
- Slow draining and repeated blockages
- Bad smells from waste pipes and drains
- CCTV drain surveys and pipe inspections
- Drain and waste pipe cleaning
We clear it, then find out why
Clearing a blockage is the easy part. If the same drain blocks twice in a year, something structural is usually wrong — roots getting in through a joint, a cracked or collapsed section, or a length of pipe that does not fall correctly.
A camera survey shows exactly what is going on inside the pipe, so you can spend money on the right repair once instead of paying for clearance again and again.
Keeping drains clear
Most household blockages are avoidable. Let cooking fat set and bin it rather than pouring it down the sink, use a strainer to catch food and hair, and only ever flush the three things that belong down a toilet.
Outside, clear leaves and silt out of gullies now and then, especially before winter. It takes minutes and prevents the overflow that ends up needing an emergency visit.
Looking for something else? See all of our plumbing and heating services or check the areas we cover across Cardiff.
Drain blocked or backing up?
Call us before it overflows. We clear blockages quickly and tell you honestly if there is a bigger problem behind it.
07868 470 791Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly can you clear a blocked drain?
Most blockages are cleared on the first visit. If the drain is backing up into the property we treat it as urgent and get to you as quickly as we can.
What causes most blocked drains?
Inside the house it is usually fat, grease, hair and soap scum, or wipes and sanitary items that should not be flushed. Outside it tends to be root ingress, silt build-up or a collapsed or displaced pipe.
Should I use chemical drain cleaner first?
We would not recommend relying on it. Shop-bought cleaners often only punch a hole through the blockage, and repeated use can damage older pipework and joints. Mechanical clearance deals with the whole obstruction.
What is a CCTV drain survey for?
It lets us see inside the pipe. If a drain blocks repeatedly, we use a camera to find out why — roots, a crack, a collapse or a bad fall — so the right repair is done instead of the same clearance every few months.
Who is responsible for the drain outside my house?
It depends where the blockage is. Pipework within your boundary that serves only your property is normally yours; shared sewers are usually the water company's. We will tell you what we find so you know where you stand before any work is agreed.
What customers say
Rated 9.9 on Checkatrade
From 23 verified customer reviews.

“Brilliant service from a knowledgeable and friendly engineer. Highly recommended”
Ed Hutchinson · 28/05/2024
“Fantastic service! arrived on time fixed our problem right away. I highly reccomend this company.”
Grant Wallett · 28/05/2024
“Super quick response. Fixed an emergency water leak promptly and efficiently. Will definitely use again.”
Hasan R · 24/05/2024
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