Rats in Drains — Investigation & Sealing in Gatwick

Rats in Drains — Investigation & Sealing for Gatwick (RH6) properties

Older homes in Gatwick were plumbed with salt-glazed clay in short sections with mortar joints — the classic entry point for roots. Newer estates use continuous UPVC, which blocks less from roots and more from wipes, fat and misuse. We factor that into every rats in drains — investigation & sealing job we take in RH6.

Most common drainage problems in Gatwick

• Silted and overflowing gullies after heavy rain in RH6
• Scale and debris build-up narrowing older runs
• Fat, oil and grease build-up from kitchen waste pipes
• Blocked soakaways causing standing water in gardens and driveways
• Manhole overflow and backing-up during heavy use

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 Gatwick calls DrainFixer

• We'll tell you honestly if a drain is the water authority's responsibility rather than yours
• Written quote approved by you before any work starts

Rats in Drains — Investigation & Sealing in Gatwick — your questions