When Storm Alex struck on October 3rd, the UK recorded its wettest day since 1891. Indeed Hampshire experienced 100% of its average October rainfall in only half a month*. As a consequence, there was widespread flooding and damage to property and valuables alike which came at a significant cost and inconvenience. Some of the [...]
With a second lockdown days away, we would like to re-assure our customers that we will again, remain fully operational across all areas of the company. As a company providing essential services to key workers, we will continue to operate, adhering strictly to Government guidance to ensure we are fully COVID-19 compliant. Our services [...]
Drains and sewers are in use all day every day, which is why we make sure we can respond to an emergency, day or night, every single day of the year (yes even Christmas!) When a problem occurs, a delayed response can lead to flooding, unpleasant smells and additional costs. We offer emergency responses, [...]
Pre Planned Drain & Gutter Maintenance Regular maintenance of drains, guttering and gullies ensures that water can move freely and away from buildings. Our recent blog has focused on how not keeping on top of this sort of maintenance work can often cause flooding problems in the summer months when least expected. [...]
People always seem surprised by flash flooding in the summer. Why at a time when we typically enjoy our best weather can heavy rainfalls overwhelm drains and gutters? During the summer, prolonged hot and dry conditions bake the ground hard. If there is then sudden, significant rainfall, the ground is unable to soak up [...]
Following the easing of coronavirus lockdown restrictions on most construction sites, it is reassuring to see house builders and property developers resuming construction on many of their sites. CCTV Drainage Surveys We offer a range of drain surveying, drain clearing and drain unblocking services for property developers and house builders, whether for large housing [...]
Following the vetting process including interview and reference checking, we are pleased to have received our Checkatrade certification. We are very proud to join a community that strives for businesses to deliver the best services they can for their customers. All of the checks that we have been through can be seen on our [...]
As you can imagine, in our line of business working in confined spaces is a regular part of our working day. What may not be so obvious is the specialist skills and knowledge required to enter and operate safely in those spaces. They are challenging environments to work in, not just because of their [...]
The current coronavirus pandemic has impacted all of our lives. At Drain and Sewer Services, we are still working and performing essential tasks, but there's one part of our community really having to go above and beyond. Based in Aldershot, it's normally our military neighbours on the frontline, but at the moment, the NHS [...]
The Met Office declared February 2020 the wettest February on record, with floods devastating families and businesses across the country. At Drain and Sewer Services we continue to invest in the newest resources to help customers recover from flooding more quickly. Our latest jet unblocking and floodwater suction capability It’s essential to have the [...]
