Blocked Drains — City of London
Blocked Drains in City of London
Same-day drain unblocking across City of London — Barbican, Moorgate, Aldgate, Bank. From £80 per call-out. High-pressure jetting, rodding and CCTV drain surveys available.
Drain ownership in City of London
Drain Ownership & Responsibility
Your private drain
The drain from your property to the boundary is your responsibility. Blockages caused by misuse (fat, wipes, debris) are the occupier's responsibility under Section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.
Shared sewers
Since 2011, shared sewers serving more than one property are Thames Water's responsibility. We can help identify whether a blockage is in your private drain or the public sewer.
Landlord obligations
Landlords must keep drains in working order. Persistent blockages in common areas of HMOs or apartment blocks are the landlord's responsibility — recurring issues should be investigated with CCTV.
London drain issues: Victorian combined sewers, clay soil movement, and dense urban tree roots make London drains particularly prone to root intrusion and structural defects. CCTV surveys are recommended for any recurring blockage.
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Common questions
Blocked Drains City of London: frequently asked
How much does drain unblocking cost in City of London?
Drain unblocking in City of London from Prestige Engineers starts from £80 per call-out, with most blockages cleared in a single visit. Final cost ranges from £80–£250 depending on the method required — high-pressure jetting, rodding or CCTV investigation. We cover Barbican, Moorgate, Aldgate, Bank.
How quickly can you unblock a drain in City of London?
We offer same-day drain unblocking across most of London, including Barbican, Moorgate, Aldgate. Call us and we will advise on the earliest available slot in City of London.
Do you provide CCTV drain surveys in City of London?
Yes — we provide CCTV drain camera surveys across City of London from £150. A full written report is issued the same day, including footage of the internal pipe condition. Useful for persistent blockages, pre-purchase surveys and insurance claims.
Can you unblock shared or communal drains in City of London?
Yes — we work on private drains, shared private drainage runs and communal systems in City of London. We can also help identify whether a blockage is in your private drain or the public sewer, and advise on Thames Water reporting where applicable.