Many businesses experience a natural slowdown after the peak trading and operational pressures of December. For some, this quieter period is used to review performance, plan ahead and address issues that are difficult to resolve during busier times. Drainage is one area that often benefits from this approach. When footfall is lower and sites [...]
Why freeze thaw cycles matter for drainage systems Freeze thaw drainage issues are one of the most common causes of winter disruption for commercial sites. As temperatures fall and rise again, water inside drains, gullies and pipework can freeze, expand and then thaw. This repeated cycle puts extra pressure on drainage systems and can [...]
Why Christmas shutdowns increase drainage risks The weeks leading up to Christmas are often some of the busiest of the year for commercial sites. Increased footfall, heavier delivery schedules and more frequent use of facilities all place pressure on external areas. At the same time, winter weather brings heavier rainfall, falling temperatures and more [...]
When you’re a leisure centre manager you will know that when things go wrong, they go badly wrong – and quickly. There are regular reports in regional papers about leisure centres being forced to close because of blocked drains or flooding. No one likes the idea of using a pool if there’s even the [...]
If we reflect back over a busy 2023, it becomes clear that taking time to plan for those mundane and routine, but essential, drainage maintenance jobs plays an important part in ensuring that we are taking good care of our entire property by spotting potential issues before they become a major issue and cause [...]
As the clocks change and autumn's chill sets in, it's a clear indicator that winter is approaching, bringing with it thoughts of cozy evenings by the fire. But before we retreat indoors, now is the ideal moment to ensure your home is well-prepared for the upcoming winter weather and the potential chaos it may [...]
Are you planning to start 2023 on the right foot by getting some of those put-off maintenance jobs done? Are you determined to minimise damage, costs and down-time by getting ahead of your problems in the new year? If that sounds good, then Drain and Sewer Services’ pre-planned maintenance contracts could help you to [...]
Drainage and sewage systems are coming under increasing pressure as populations rise and environmental conditions change. To keep them working at full capacity, many businesses are choosing a Pre-Planned Maintenance Programme (PPM) to make sure their drainage systems are serviced regularly. What is a PPM program? This is a bespoke programme we develop with [...]
Kicking around crisp autumn leaves on the ground can bring back fond memories of childhood and heralds the changing seasons but there is another thought it ought to conjure up. Over the summer we’ve seen flooding and the damage and cost that heavy rainfall causes when drainage systems can’t cope with the deluge of [...]
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. [...]
