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What is a Rainwater Soakaway?

A soakaway is basically a hole in the ground into which rainwater is directed from the house or a hardstanding and allowed to percolate through the surrounding soil.
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Is there anything more inconvenient in life than a blocked drain? Well, there probably is, but you have to admit: Blocked drainage can be a real nuisance!

It might be when you’re getting a shower and the water refuses to go down the plughole. Or it could be when you’re washing the dishes and the water fails to drain. There might also be times when your relaxation time at home is hampered by the other telltale signs of a blocked drain. Foul smells and the sound of gurgling water are just two signs that suggest something could be wrong with your drainage system!

Thankfully, you don’t have to put up with a blocked drain forever! Although unblocking a household drain can be a difficult task, there are lots of ways to try to unblock a drain yourself or you can contact a professional. In this post, we will give you a few useful suggestions on how to unblock a drain.
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Blocked drains in Brighton are extremely common, and here is one of the big reasons why – we continue to flush horrible, nasty products down our toilets and sinks.

The city of Brighton is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the UK, offering a relaxed bohemian atmosphere, excellent bars and nightclubs, music venues, theaters and a beautiful beachfront, promenade and pier. All together, this makes Brighton a very popular place with both visitors from around the UK and foreign tourists, and being just an hour away from London, it makes for a nice weekend break for workers in the capital.
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What is pitch fibre pipe and why does it collapse?

Commonly used to construct pipes in the 1950s-1970s, pitch fibre was considered to be a lighter and more cost-effective alternative to clay. When vast amounts of building work was being undertaken in the mid-20th century, pitch fibre pipes could be manufactured cheaply and installed easily, which meant they were an idea drainage option for residential and commercial buildings.
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It’s not the most uncommon thing in the world to have tree roots growing inside of your drains – but if you do have them, the last thing you want is for them to stay there. 

Tree roots thrive on oxygen, and don’t grow in pipes that are full of water. They love warm, moist, and nutrient rich environments. The sewer damage from having this happen can be both huge and expensive.
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When your outside drains are blocked, it can cause all sorts of problems around your home. Naturally, you’re probably adding up the costs of calling in a professional drain unblocking service right away. But, it might be possible to unblock your drains without needing to call in the big guns.

So, we’ve compiled some advice on how you should clean out drains yourself, and when it might be time to hire a professional:
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Smelly drains are never a nice thing to experience in your home, but understanding what causes them and how to prevent them can be a blessing. So in this article, we’re going to give you some practical tips on how to prevent a smelly drain and also give you a number of common causes so you understand why it happens in the first place.
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It’s important to know who is responsible for the drains on your property. You need to be aware of this to make sure you contact the right person if you have any issues. Otherwise, you can end up with a clogged or blocked drain with no fix in sight.
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