Blocked Drains
Slow sinks, backed-up toilets and blocked waste pipes make everyday routines difficult. Pro Plumbers helps with household drainage problems in Sevenoaks and the surrounding area, explaining the options before work begins.
ABOUT THIS SERVICE
Help with drains, sinks, toilets and waste pipes
A blockage can affect one fitting or several connected outlets, and the difference matters when deciding where to investigate. Pro Plumbers asks how the problem developed, whether water is backing up elsewhere and which fixtures are affected before assessing the accessible drainage. We undertake unblocking work on drains, sinks, toilets and waste pipes, with an honest explanation if the problem needs a different specialist or the responsible sewerage provider. Our business has traded for 15 years and serves Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells and nearby villages within roughly 20 miles. We do not assume every slow outlet has the same cause or promise that every obstruction can be cleared in a single visit. Instead, we explain the findings, discuss practical next steps and agree the scope of work with you before proceeding.
Minimum charge £90 + VAT, including the first hour on site. Larger jobs get a fixed, no-obligation price.
OUR PROCESS
How It Works
01
Describe the blockage
Tell us which fixtures are affected, whether anything is overflowing and whether the issue is inside or outside the property.
02
Assess and unblock
We inspect the accessible parts and undertake suitable unblocking work within the scope agreed for the visit.
03
Check drainage and advise
We check how the affected outlet drains and explain any remaining concern or need for a different specialist.
BENEFITS
Why Choose us for Blocked Drains?
Household plumbing knowledge
We consider traps, waste connections and linked fixtures rather than treating every blockage as an identical drain problem.
Honest scope
If the issue is outside our repair scope or may be a shared sewer responsibility, we explain that rather than promising an unsuitable solution.
Transparent local service
A Sevenoaks-based team, clear charges and a 1-year workmanship guarantee give you a straightforward point of contact.
A single slow sink or several affected outlets?
A kitchen sink that empties slowly may have a local restriction around its trap or connected waste pipe. A toilet backing up at the same time as other fittings can suggest a problem farther along a shared route. Tell us what happens when each fixture is used, but do not keep running water to test an outlet that is already overflowing. Reducing use can help limit mess until the problem is assessed.
Avoid repeatedly flushing a toilet when the bowl is rising. Keep children and pets away from wastewater and avoid direct contact with contaminated surfaces. If you have already used a drain-cleaning product, tell the engineer what it was and when it was added. Do not mix chemicals or add another product in the hope of improving the result; that can create additional hazards during both use and subsequent repair work.
Working through the likely obstruction
Food residue, grease, hair and unsuitable items can restrict different parts of household waste pipework. The location and accessibility of the obstruction influence what work is practical. We inspect the relevant accessible fittings and discuss the approach, including whether a trap or connection needs attention. Sometimes a fitting problem or damaged section contributes to poor drainage, so clearing material alone may not address why the issue keeps returning.
Outdoor drainage problems need an honest assessment of responsibility as well as access. A blockage affecting a shared sewer may be a matter for the sewerage provider rather than a private household repair. We cannot decide ownership simply from a telephone description, but can explain when that route may be relevant. If the problem requires work beyond our service, we will say so rather than imply every drainage situation is covered.
Reducing repeat blockages
Once drainage is restored, simple changes may reduce recurrence. Keep fats and cooking oils out of the sink, collect food scraps before washing up and use suitable strainers where helpful. Toilets should not be used to dispose of wipes, sanitary products or other household waste. These habits cannot correct damaged pipework, but they can reduce avoidable build-up and make it easier to recognise when an underlying problem needs investigation.
For booking, call Pro Plumbers on 01732 444555 and describe any overflow or loss of toilet use. Our hours are Monday to Friday, 7am–10pm, and Saturday to Sunday, 9am–8pm. The minimum charge is £90 + VAT including the first hour on site; bigger jobs get a fixed, no-obligation price. We are based at 11 Lime Tree Walk, Sevenoaks TN13 1YH, and explain the agreed work before starting rather than guaranteeing a particular outcome unseen.
OUR ACCREDITATIONS
Rated 9.88 from 159 reviewsWhat Our Customers Say
“I can't say enough good things about Pro Plumbers! From start to finish, the service was outstanding. It's rare to find a team that's this reliable and committed to doing the job right the first time.”
“No hard sell which I really appreciated and a fair callout charge.”
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you unblock sinks and toilets?
Yes, we help with household sink, toilet and waste pipe blockages, subject to assessment and access. Tell us if water is overflowing when you call.
Should I keep flushing a blocked toilet?
No. Repeated flushing can cause an overflow. Stop using the affected toilet and contact us to discuss the next available appointment.
What if I have used drain cleaner?
Tell us the product and when it was used. Do not mix products or add more chemicals before the engineer assesses the blockage.
Is a shared drain my responsibility?
Responsibility depends on the drainage arrangement. Some shared sewer problems belong to the sewerage provider; we can explain when that may be relevant.
Can you guarantee it will be cleared immediately?
No. Access, the obstruction and pipe condition affect the work. We explain the findings and any further action rather than promise an unseen result.
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Minimum charge £90 + VAT, including the first hour on site. Larger jobs get a fixed, no-obligation price.