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Signs of damage to our drains and pipework are not always obvious. Bad smells and standing water might indicate a blockage, but any damage to the interior walls of our drains is not very easy to detect and might lead to serious issues further down the line. The Advantages of Drain Lining Perhaps the most … Continue reading
We’re all aware of the dangers of flushing non-safe items away down our toilets and drains, causing blockages, backed-up pipes, foul odours and potentially sewer damage. Many of us will even have a fairly good idea as to what the common culprits are in this respect, such as sanitary towels, cotton buds, makeup products and … Continue reading
Suffering from blocked drains is a common issue faced up and down the country, whether in the home or at a commercial premises. Especially at this time of year, with the trees shedding their leaves and causing obstructions, many people will find themselves dealing with backed-up pipes impacting on household drainage. At times like this, … Continue reading
Drains can become blocked and ineffective for a number of different reasons and to effectively clean drains of all varieties requires a flexible and versatile approach. Although often the most efficient technique, sometimes high pressure water jetting isn’t possible due to spatial or structural limitations. What is it? One solution is to use electro mechanical … Continue reading
Water that contains an excess of minerals (generally calcium and magnesium) is referred to as “hard water”, and occurs when (naturally soft) rainwater dissolves limestone and chalk from the ground as it forms streams and rivers. Many of the effects of hard water have long been known, such as its metal corrosion capabilities, but it … Continue reading
From food waste to sanitary products; there are a number of items we all know shouldn’t be disposed of down the drain. These items are regular finds for professional drain cleaners, but every now and then something a little bit more unusual turns up, begging a number of questions as to how (and why) it … Continue reading
Although often remaining outside of a prospective homeowner’s immediate attention, properly functioning drains are essential for maintaining a safe and healthy residence. Identifying Drain Problems Before Purchase Some common problems within drains and pipes include fractures, leaks, blockages, root intrusions and general collapses when underground. This being said, those seeking to purchase a home are … Continue reading
Express Drainage Solutions are proud of our ability to be with you wherever you are in the London area within an hour in the event of an emergency. Just 60 minutes. With response times so quick, we ponder what else you could actually achieve in 1 hour? The record books are full of 60 minute … Continue reading
Art can take on many forms: paint applied to canvas, photography, prose, dance, sculptures and much more. Even jewellery, whether crafted from gold, silver or other metals is a form of art. It’s fair to admit, metalwork is likely not the usual thing you’d think of where forms of art are concerned, however, this area … Continue reading
Embed <a href=”http://www.expressdrainagesolutions.co.uk/news/infographic-victorian-sewers-london-thames-tideway/“><img src=”http://www.expressdrainagesolutions.co.uk/images/misc/victorian-sewer-thames-tideway.jpg” alt=”Infographic on London’s Past, Present & Future Sewer Systems”/></a> The Victorian Drain System The Victorian age is regularly cited as a landmark era in construction, engineering and industry, with improvements to many areas of society taking place to support the swelling populations of Britain’s major cities. Effective drainage was one … Continue reading