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A blocked drain at a rental property needs a quick, well-organised response. The tenant wants the problem resolved, while you need clear information about the cause and work required. BDS Drainage supports landlords, letting agents and property managers throughout London, Essex, Kent and Surrey, 24 hours a day.
We work with private landlords, letting agencies, block managers and property management companies. From a single rental home to a larger portfolio, we can attend the property, communicate with the appropriate contact and explain what we find.
Our services include:
We understand that the landlord or agent may not be at the property. With the correct contact details and access arranged, we can coordinate with the tenant and keep the instructing party informed.
Blocked drains for tenanted properties can affect kitchens, bathrooms, toilets or external areas. Some are caused by a local obstruction; others indicate damage or a restriction further along the system.
We can resolve:
Our engineers assess the symptoms before choosing the most suitable clearance method. Depending on the problem, this may involve mechanical equipment or high-pressure water jetting.
If the blockage keeps returning, we can inspect the pipework using CCTV. This may reveal root intrusion, scale, cracked pipes or displaced joints that won’t be fixed by repeatedly clearing the same obstruction.
The period between tenants is a useful opportunity to investigate drainage problems without disrupting an occupied home. If previous tenants reported slow drainage, unpleasant smells or recurring blockages, we can inspect the system before the next tenancy begins.
Our between-tenancy services include:
We explain the condition of the accessible drainage and outline any recommended work. That gives landlords and agents clear information before deciding how to proceed.
A sewage backup, overflowing toilet or badly blocked drain can’t always wait until normal working hours. Our emergency drainage service operates 24 hours a day, including weekends and bank holidays.
We respond to:
For emergency callouts, we aim to attend within 90 minutes. Exact response times depend on location, traffic and engineer availability.
Our engineer will deal with the immediate problem where possible, then explain the likely cause and whether any further repair or investigation is needed.
Tell us which property is affected, what the tenant has noticed and who we should contact to arrange access.
We coordinate the visit with the nominated contact. For urgent jobs, we aim to attend within 90 minutes where possible.
Our engineer assesses the drainage and uses appropriate equipment to resolve or investigate the fault.
We explain what was found, what work was completed and whether further repairs or maintenance are advisable.
Our landlord drainage contractors cover Greater London, Essex, Kent and Surrey. We regularly attend rental properties across Croydon, Bromley, Greenwich, Romford, Dartford, Maidstone, Basildon, Chelmsford, Epsom and Guildford, along with the surrounding towns and boroughs.
If a tenant has reported a blockage or you need drainage checked between tenancies, contact BDS Drainage. We provide planned and emergency drainage services for landlords across London, Essex, Kent and Surrey.
Yes. If you provide the correct contact details and authorisation, we can arrange a suitable attendance time with the tenant.
Yes. Our emergency service operates 24/7, with a target response time of 90 minutes for urgent calls.
Yes. A CCTV drain survey can identify damage, root intrusion, scale and other problems that may cause repeated blockages.
Yes. We can clean, survey or repair drainage while the property is vacant, provided access has been arranged.
Yes. We can assess drainage serving individual flats and accessible communal areas. Responsibility for shared pipework should be confirmed with the freeholder or managing agent.
Yes. We work with landlords and agents managing single properties, multiple homes and larger portfolios.
Drain unblocking starts from £75. The final cost depends on the blockage, property access and whether specialist inspection or repair work is required.
