Drainage

How do I know if it is my drain that is blocked?

If your drain is blocked you will usually know because your waste will stop going away when you flush the toilet, or gullies outside will overflow. There will also probably be a smell. Private drains/sewers are the responsibility of the owner-occupier and any other properties connected to it. The Council can arrange for clearance of a blocked drain.

How do I report a blocked drain?

If you have a sewer problem, please report it.

For help and advice on highway drainage, land drainage or private drainage, continue to contact the Council during office hours at the above contact details.

Please contact us to confirm whether it is a public or private drain.

How much does it cost to have my private drain emptied?

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Who is responsible?

It is the responsibility of the owner-occupier to maintain and clear a private drain/sewer. If the property is rented then it is their responsibility. If you live in a row of houses then the problem could be a shared one.