Experienced Team
Experienced Team | Drain Opening | Plumbing | Manchester
Blocked sink at breakfast, flooded patio after a downpour, or a mystery gurgle echoing through the pipes—whatever the symptom, HEP’s seasoned Manchester plumbers turn chaos into clear flow in minutes. Armed with high-pressure jetters, CCTV diagnostics, and decades of local know-how, they treat every call-out as if it’s their own home, ensuring swift, tidy, and cost-transparent drain opening that lasts.
From terraced houses in Chorlton to commercial kitchens in the Northern Quarter, HEP operates 24/7, navigating the city’s narrow back alleys and rush-hour traffic so you don’t have to. One quick call brings a fully stocked van, a friendly expert, and a satisfaction guarantee—because Manchester deserves pipes that behave as brilliantly as its people.
FAQs
How quickly can your team respond to an emergency drain blockage in Manchester?
Because our engineers are based throughout Greater Manchester, we operate a true 24/7 call-out service. In most city-centre and suburban postcodes we can be on site within 60–90 minutes of your call, even at night, on weekends or bank holidays. When you contact us, our dispatcher will give you an accurate ETA and keep you updated until the plumber arrives.
What techniques do you use to open blocked drains, and are they safe for my plumbing system?
Our first choice is usually high-pressure water jetting, which clears fat, scale and debris without chemicals and is safe for modern plastic and traditional clay or cast-iron pipework. For stubborn blockages we can employ mechanical rodding or electro-mechanical cable machines. Before and after the work we often run a CCTV camera through the line to confirm the obstruction is fully removed and to check for structural defects. All methods meet Water Industry standards and will not damage sound pipework.
Are your plumbers qualified and fully insured?
Yes. Every engineer holds current Water Jetting Association certification and at least an NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing & Heating or equivalent. We carry £5 million public liability insurance and are vetted members of WaterSafe and Checkatrade. Copies of qualifications and insurance documents can be emailed to you on request or shown on site.
How much does professional drain unblocking cost, and what factors influence the price?
For straightforward domestic blockages we offer a fixed labour price that starts from £89+VAT, which covers up to one hour on site and the use of jetting or rods. Costs can rise if: • the blockage is located further than 30 metres from an access point; • excavation or pipe repairs are required; • specialist equipment such as root-cutting heads or drain liners is needed; or • the job occurs outside normal working hours (although we cap out-of-hours premiums). You will always receive a clear, written quotation before we begin any chargeable work.
Can you help me prevent future drain problems after the blockage is cleared?
Absolutely. Our CCTV survey will reveal underlying issues such as root ingress, collapsed sections or persistent fat build-up. We can supply a digital video report and recommend targeted fixes—ranging from root cutting and pipe relining to a regular preventative jetting schedule. You’ll also receive a home-owner checklist covering correct disposal of oils, the benefits of drain strainers, and tips for seasonal maintenance so you can keep your drains flowing freely.
Do you provide any guarantee on your drain opening service?
Yes. All clearance work comes with a 30-day no-quibble free-return guarantee for the same section of pipe, giving you peace of mind that the blockage has been fully removed. If we carry out a repair such as a patch liner or full pipe reline, that workmanship is guaranteed for 10 years. Guarantees are issued in writing and remain valid even if you sell the property, subject to normal usage conditions.