London’s 100 miles of intersecting sewers were introduced back in the second half of the 19th century. Given the tools that were available at the time, the project was hailed as a feet of engineering. Although many people take things like sewer systems for granted. The massive labyrinth of structures running beneath the streets of …
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Whilst a slow draining bath, or gurgling toilet is something a lot of people just put up with for a period, these are oftentimes an early indication of a problem with your drainage system and should be investigated as soon as possible by a drainage company so the issue doesn’t develop into an even bigger …
A common question we get asked, is “what is the difference between a cesspit and septic tank?” Whilst both a cesspit and a septic tank perform the same task, which is dealing with wastewater, there are some differences between how they function. This post will explain some of the differences and some of the common …
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Fatbergs are estimated to cost companies nearly £100million each year to tackle the problem. And whilst there is more awareness of the problems fatbergs can cause, they are still causing cities across the world problems so there is still a lot of work that needs to be done to help prevent them. This post will …
Drain blockages in your home isn’t something that should be ignored. Even if it seems like a minor problem such as a slow draining sink. A blocked drain will rarely fix themself and could lead to several negative consequences if not dealt with promptly. Not only will ignoring the problem commonly lead to a more …
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Nobody want’s to be in the position of dealing with a blocked drain. Not only can it cause major disruption to your day-to-day life, if the issue is severe, it can also put a rather big dent in your wallet. Worst of all is learning that the blockage could have been avoided. In fact, the …
CCTV drain surveys are useful to establish the condition of your drains and uncover any potential problems. For example, if you’re purchasing a new home, we’d highly recommend a pre-purchase drain survey, so you have peace of mind that the drainage system of the property is working as intended, or to give you an opportunity …
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Nesting season typically takes place each year between February and August. While most birds happily make their homes in trees or shrubs, due to the loss of natural nesting sites, they will also be quite happy making their nest in your roof or guttering too! While not always easy to spot from ground-level. If you’ve …
Here at Flo-Well educating our customers on how best to look after their drainage systems is one of our top priorities. While we strive to explain things in the simplest terms possible, it can sometimes feel like your drainage technician is speaking an entirely different language, which is why we’ve put together this handy blog …
Leaking or overflowing gutters can potentially cause serious water damage to your property resulting in a costly repair. Regular maintenance, inspection and cleaning of your guttering will help keep your guttering in perfect condition and help keep costly repairs to a minimum.Here we will cover four key benefits from keeping your gutters clear and free …
When things are running smoothly it can be easy to overlook routine pump maintenance. However, if you want to ensure that your pump—whether it be a basement pump, or sewage treatment plant pump—remains reliable and doesn’t fail, it’s important that you invest in preventative maintenance and regular servicing to ensure your pump functions as intended, …
Rats in your house or business can present a major problem, and if your drainage system has been damaged or improperly installed, it can provide rats with an easy entry point into your home or commercial premises. It only takes a small hole or crack in your drainage system for a rat to squeeze through. …