Emergency Drainage Tips

What To Do in a Drainage Emergency

Drainage emergencies can happen at any time. Here are essential tips to help you manage the situation before our engineers arrive.

1. Stop Using Water

Immediately stop using all water outlets including toilets, sinks, showers, and washing machines. Continuing to use water will make the problem worse and could cause flooding.

2. Locate the Problem

Try to identify where the blockage is occurring. Is it affecting one fixture or multiple drains? This information will help our engineers respond more effectively.

3. Check Outside Drains

If safe to do so, check your outside drains and manholes. If they're overflowing, this indicates a blockage in the main drain line.

4. Don't Use Chemical Unblockers

Avoid using chemical drain unblockers in an emergency. They can be dangerous and may damage pipes, especially if the blockage is severe.

5. Call the Professionals

Contact Cofton Drainage immediately. We offer 24/7 emergency service with typical response times of 1-2 hours across Birmingham.