Blocked Drains in South West London
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A blocked drain can quickly become disruptive, unpleasant and potentially damaging to your property.
In many cases, the first signs are slow-draining water, bad smells or gurgling noises from sinks, toilets or showers. If the blockage becomes worse, wastewater may start backing up into the property or external drains and manholes may begin to overflow.
Kwik Jet are a family-run drainage specialist with over 30 years’ experience. Our team use professional drainage equipment to clear blockages safely and effectively, including rodding, manual clearance and high pressure drain jetting where required.
If the same drain keeps blocking, we can also carry out a CCTV drain survey to investigate the pipework and identify the underlying cause.
Signs You May Have a Blocked Drain
You may need professional drain unblocking if you notice:
• Water draining away slowly
• Bad smells coming from drains or waste pipes
• Gurgling noises from sinks, toilets, baths or showers
• Wastewater backing up into the property
• External drains overflowing
• Manholes filling or overflowing
• Toilets struggling to flush properly
• Repeated blockages in the same area
• Damp patches, flooding or standing water around drains
If more than one fixture is affected, or the problem keeps returning, the blockage may be deeper within the drainage system.
How We Clear Blocked Drains
Kwik Jet use the most appropriate method for the blockage, the pipework and the property.
Depending on the issue, this may include:
• Manual clearance for accessible blockages
• Drain rods for suitable pipework
• High pressure drain jetting for stubborn or deeper blockages
• CCTV drain surveys where the cause is unclear or recurring
• Maintenance recommendations for properties with repeated drainage issues
Our aim is to clear the immediate blockage and help you understand whether anything further is needed to reduce the risk of the problem coming back.
Rest assured we can get it sorted for you, quickly.
You can rely on our expert engineers to fix your drainage issues either by rodding or high pressure jetting. Special nozzles are used to cut through the grease and unblock whatever is causing the issue.
Kwik Jet can also help with blocked gullies, heavy grease build-up and blocked internal waste issues affecting basements, ground floor areas and shared drainage systems. If more than one fixture is affected, or wastewater is backing up inside the property, the issue may be further down the drainage system and may need professional clearance or CCTV inspection.
Whatever problem you're having with your drains, call us on 0800 14 65 85
Why Choose Kwik Jet?
Experienced and Trusted
Over 30 years of successful service across South London
Accredited
SafeContractor and NADC accredited, with engineers fully trained through the WJA.
Eco-Friendly Solutions
We operate the latest hybrid and electric vans to reduce our carbon footprint
Cutting-Edge Technology
We invest in the latest equipment, including advanced CCTV systems and high-pressure jetting machines.
Local Expertise
We know South London inside and out, providing tailored drainage solutions.
Customer-Focused
Our team takes pride in offering exceptional customer service, with a focus on reliability and professionalism
How to Help Prevent Blocked Drains
Some blockages happen because of deeper drainage issues, but many are caused by everyday items entering the drainage system.
To reduce the risk of blocked drains, avoid flushing or pouring the following into sinks, toilets and drains:
• Wet wipes, including wipes labelled as biodegradable, as not all biodegradable wipes are suitable for flushing
• Sanitary products, nappies, cotton pads and similar items
• Grease, fat and cooking oil, which can cool and harden inside pipework
• Cat litter, dog litter and pet waste products
• Food waste, coffee grounds and heavy grease build-up from kitchens
For commercial kitchens, restaurants and properties with repeated issues, regular drainage maintenance can help reduce the risk of heavy grease build-up, blocked gullies and internal waste blockages.
How Our Blocked Drain Service Works
Get in Touch
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Call us or send an enquiry and tell us what drainage issue you are experiencing.
Booking and Assessment
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We arrange a convenient time for one of our engineers to attend and assess the blocked drain.
Drain Clearance
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Our engineer uses the most suitable method to clear the blockage, which may include rodding, manual clearance or high pressure jetting.
Advice and Next Steps
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If we identify signs of a recurring or deeper issue, we can recommend CCTV surveys, maintenance or further drainage advice.
Our Additional Services
We specialise in drainage, but we're set up to handle the full picture so one call to Kwik Jet covers everything from a blocked kitchen sink to a scheduled maintenance programme across a property portfolio.
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Blocked Drain Clearance Across South West London
Kwik Jet provide blocked drain clearance across South West, West and Central London, with regular work in Chelsea, Knightsbridge, Fulham, South Kensington, Westminster and Battersea. We can cover wider areas for specific clients, property portfolios and ongoing maintenance requirements.
FAQs
How do I know if my drain is blocked?
Common signs of a blocked drain include slow-draining water, bad smells, gurgling noises, wastewater backing up, overflowing external drains, standing water around gullies or a toilet struggling to flush. If more than one sink, toilet, shower or drain is affected, the blockage may be further down the drainage system.
When should I call a drainage specialist for a blocked drain?
You should call a drainage specialist if water is backing up, an outside drain or manhole is overflowing, bad smells keep returning, or the same drain keeps blocking. It is also best to get help if several fixtures are affected at once, as this may indicate a deeper drainage issue rather than a simple local blockage.
What should I do if a drain is overflowing or wastewater is backing up?
Avoid using the affected sinks, toilets, showers or appliances, as this may add more water to the system and make the problem worse. Keep people away from wastewater and arrange professional help as soon as possible. We can inspect the issue, clear the blockage where possible and advise if further investigation is needed.
Why does the same drain keep blocking?
A drain that keeps blocking may be affected by grease, fat, scale, silt, root ingress, poor drainage flow, damaged pipework, displaced joints or a collapsed section of pipe. Clearing the blockage may solve the immediate problem, but recurring issues often need further investigation to identify the cause.
How do you clear blocked drains?
We use the most suitable method for the blockage and the drainage system. This may include manual clearance, drain rods or high-pressure drain jetting. If the cause is unclear or the blockage keeps returning, we may recommend a CCTV drain survey to inspect the pipework and identify any hidden issues.
Who is responsible for clearing a blocked outside drain?
Responsibility can depend on where the blockage is and whether the drain is private, shared or part of the wider sewer network. If you are unsure, we can inspect the issue and help identify whether the problem appears to be within your property’s drainage system or may need to be referred elsewhere.
How much does it cost to unblock a drain?
The cost of unblocking a drain depends on the type of blockage, where it is located, how easy it is to access and whether additional work such as drain jetting or CCTV investigation is needed. Contact us with the details of the problem and we can advise on the most suitable next step.
