Rats in Drains — Investigation & Sealing in Balcombe Lane

Rats in Drains — Investigation & Sealing for Balcombe Lane (RH17) properties

Greensand and chalk ridges drain fast on the surface but concentrate groundwater lower down, so soakaways and low-lying gullies take the brunt after a downpour. That matters for rats in drains — investigation & sealing in Balcombe Lane, because the right fix depends entirely on what the ground is doing to the pipe.

Most common drainage problems in Balcombe Lane

• Manhole overflow and backing-up during heavy use
• Collapsed or dropped sections in older clay pipework
• Deformed pitch fibre pipes in 1950s–70s housing
• Wet wipes and sanitary items blocking the main lateral
• Displaced joints and misalignment caused by ground movement

How the visit works

1. 1Full CCTV — Map every lateral and disused connection.
2. 2Seal open ends — Cap unused connections permanently at the manhole.
3. 3Repair defects — Patch or line any cracks that allow ingress.
4. 4Non-return valve — Where appropriate, fit a non-return valve to the incoming main.

Why Balcombe Lane calls DrainFixer

• Fully equipped vans: rods, mini-jetter, high-pressure jetting and CCTV on every call-out
• Family-run since 2015, insured, and straight-talking about what does and doesn't need doing

Rats in Drains — Investigation & Sealing in Balcombe Lane — your questions