If my foul sewer becomes blocked what can be done to clear the blockage?

Clearing a blocked sewer can often be achieved by simply rodding the system with a series of drain rods.

If no one has access to a set of rods or the blockage cannot be cleared by other means, then it is recommended that you contact a drainage contractor, details of which can easily be found online. These companies have specialist equipment (such as water jets) that can be used to clear your system. If you decide to clear the system yourself then adequate precautions should be taken (such as gloves, washing hands or similar) to prevent any possibility of ingesting the foul material.

If you think there is a problem in the public sewer then telephone the relevant water company.

For Anglian Water, telephone 0845 7145 145

For Severn Trent Water, telephone 0800 783 44444