Rats in Drains — Investigation & Sealing in Old Heathfield

Rats in Drains — Investigation & Sealing for Old Heathfield (TN21) properties

A lot of drainage in Old Heathfield predates the people using it. Extensions, loft conversions and added bathrooms load runs beyond their original design, and that's when hidden faults finally show. We factor that into every rats in drains — investigation & sealing job we take in TN21.

Most common drainage problems in Old Heathfield

• 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
• Root ingress at clay pipe joints on tree-lined streets around Old Heathfield
• Shared drainage disputes between neighbouring or converted properties

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 Old Heathfield 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 Old Heathfield — your questions