by Jo Martin | Sep 17, 2021 | Uncategorised
As the old saying goes, ‘prevention is better than cure.’ With this in mind, the lovely fellas at SM Drains (that’d be us) have put together their top tips to keep your drains in great condition. Keep these points in mind and your home will stay fresh and fragrant,...
by Jo Martin | Aug 13, 2021 | Uncategorised
As sewers aren’t the most appealing thing to think about when you’re running a restaurant, they can often be overlooked. However, having a fully functioning drainage system in your restaurant is just as important as having waiters to serve food and ingredients in...
by Jo Martin | Jul 15, 2021 | Uncategorised
A blocked drain can be a real headache, particularly if it’s a recurring issue. If you’re suffering with drainage issues at your home or place of work, you’re probably wondering who is responsible for clearing blocked drains. The answer depends on several factors,...
by Billy Martin | Apr 24, 2021 | Drainage-news
Take a look at this Sewer pump that we were called out to recently. A customer had concerns about the sewer pump he has recently had installed and as a result of these worries, contacted us through a recommendation from a friend. Their concern was warranted, as the...
by Billy Martin | Mar 30, 2021 | Uncategorised
We were recently called out to a propertt in Lowton where the property was experiencing flooding on the outside of the property everytime it rained! CCTV Drain Survey Our investigation began with a CCTV drain survey, meaning a little camera was threaded down the drain...
by Jo Martin | Feb 25, 2021 | Uncategorised
If the water in your morning shower is ankle-deep, it’s a sure sign that your shower drain is blocked. Water that doesn’t drain properly is known as ‘standing water.’ The cause of the blockage will need to be investigated as soon as possible. ...
by Billy Martin | Feb 18, 2021 | Uncategorised
A common cause of drains being blocked are actually tree roots growing into a drain and causing a blockage! When a tree root is inside a drain, it creates a platform for other solids to latch onto. Any debris flowing through the drain – grease, wet wipes...
by Billy Martin | Jan 19, 2021 | Drainage-news
Broken Drain Repair During Lockdown Many vulnerable people in Manchester and the North West are shielding to stay safe during the current COVID-19 pandemic, however a broken drain doesn’t care! Many of these people, (like a recent customer) are suffering with...
by Jo Martin | Jan 13, 2021 | Drainage-news
Blocked Drains On Main Roads This week, engineers from Hyndburn Council were called out to clear blocked drains and gullies on a busy road to a hospital. The engineers’ visit was as a result of the condemnation of the carriageway by Labour Councillor, Glen...
by smdrains | Dec 31, 2020 | Drainage-news
If you have a blocked drain, you may be tempted to attempt to unblock it yourself. Whilst there are a lot of products available in all supermarkets to do this, often the problem will be a bit more than a non-professional can realistically do. Drain Rods & Drain...
