Emergency Drainage in London
Sewage backing up or water coming in where it shouldn't? Call us now.
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In short: Need help with emergency drainage in London? Network Drains covers the whole of London and Greater London, including Farringdon, Clerkenwell, City of London, Holborn, Bloomsbury, St Pancras, Mansion House, Shoreditch, Angel, Evelyn, Spitalfields, Whitechapel, Covent Garden, Newington, Fitzrovia, Monument, King's Cross, Soho, Islington, Haggerston, Hoxton, North Lambeth and Wapping. You speak directly to the engineer, the likely cost is discussed before we attend, and we explain what caused the problem. Call or WhatsApp 07455 859451.
Some drainage problems can't wait for a convenient slot — sewage coming back up through a toilet or floor drain, or a drain overflowing near the house, needs sorting quickly to limit the damage and the mess. Call the number above and we'll talk you through what to do while we're on our way.
We prioritise genuine emergencies over routine bookings, and we'll always be straight with you on the phone about how quickly we can realistically get to you.
A basement flat in Bloomsbury or a shop on a Holborn side street can flood quickly when a drain backs up, because the basement is the lowest point the water can reach. Our emergency callouts cover central London day and night.
Signs you need this
- Sewage or waste water coming back up through a toilet, sink or floor drain
- A drain overflowing close to the house
- Water coming through a ceiling or wall near pipework
- A strong sewage smell indoors that wasn't there before
How we handle it
- 1 Call and describe exactly what's happening so we can advise immediately
- 2 We get to you as quickly as the job allows, prioritised by severity
- 3 Blockage cleared and, where relevant, a CCTV check to confirm the cause
Questions people ask
What should I do while I'm waiting for you to arrive?
Stop using any taps, toilets or appliances that feed the affected drain — that's usually the single biggest thing that stops a bad situation getting worse before we arrive.
Is this covered by my home insurance?
Escape of water and some drainage emergencies are covered by many home insurance policies — worth a quick check with your insurer, and we're happy to provide a report if you need one for a claim.