Blocked drain? Slow-draining sink? Bad smells coming from your plugholes? These are all signs your drains need attention. HJZ Plumbing provides drain cleaning and repair services across Hull and East Yorkshire, and with 39 years of experience, Henry knows exactly how to get things flowing again.

Signs Your Drains Need Cleaning

Most drain problems don’t happen overnight. They build up gradually until one day the water won’t go away. Here are the warning signs to look out for:

• Water draining slowly from sinks, baths, or showers
• Gurgling noises when water drains away
• Unpleasant smells coming from plugholes or outside drains
• Water backing up in sinks or toilets
• Damp patches or puddles near external drain covers
• Multiple fixtures draining slowly at the same time (this usually means a main drain issue)

If you’ve noticed any of these, it’s worth getting it looked at sooner rather than later. A small blockage that’s easy to clear today can turn into a much bigger (and more expensive) problem if it’s left.

Our Drain Services

We deal with all types of drain problems in residential and commercial properties:

• Blocked drains cleared using rods, plungers, and specialist equipment
• Blocked toilets that won’t flush or keep overflowing
• Blocked sinks and baths caused by hair, soap, grease, and general buildup
• External drain clearing for inspection chambers, gullies, and manholes
• Drain repairs for cracked, collapsed, or damaged pipes
• Root ingress removal where tree roots have grown into drain pipes
• Drain relining and patching as an alternative to full excavation
• Preventative drain maintenance to stop problems before they start

What Causes Blocked Drains?

In Hull, we see the same culprits over and over again:

• Fat, oil, and grease poured down kitchen sinks (the number one cause of blockages in Hull)
• Hair buildup in bathroom drains
• Wet wipes and sanitary products flushed down toilets (even the ones that say “flushable” cause problems)
• Food scraps washed into sinks without a strainer
• Leaves and debris blocking external drains and gullies
• Tree roots growing into older clay drain pipes
• Structural damage from ground movement or age

Our Rates

• Weekday (8am to 5pm): From £178 + parts
• Evening (5pm to 10pm): £267/hr + parts
• Overnight (10pm to 8am): £356/hr + parts
• Weekend and Bank Holiday: £287/hr + parts

Most straightforward blockages can be cleared in a single visit. For more complex drain issues like collapsed pipes, root damage, or major structural problems, we’ll assess the situation and give you a written quote before starting any work.

How to Prevent Blocked Drains

A few simple habits can save you a lot of hassle (and money) down the line:

1. Never pour fat or oil down the sink. Let it cool and put it in the bin instead.
2. Use drain strainers in kitchen sinks and shower trays to catch hair and food.
3. Only flush toilet paper. Everything else goes in the bin, including wet wipes.
4. Run hot water down kitchen sinks after washing up to help clear grease.
5. Keep external drain covers clear of leaves and debris, especially in autumn.

Areas We Cover

We provide drain cleaning and repair services across Hull, Beverley, Cottingham, Hessle, Anlaby, North Ferriby, Brough, Hedon, Hornsea, Bridlington, Driffield and Goole. Postcodes HU1 through HU18, YO15, YO25 and DN14.

Common Questions

Can you unblock a drain the same day?

Usually, yes. Most blocked drains in Hull can be cleared in a single visit. If we can’t fit you in today, we’ll get you booked in as soon as possible. For urgent situations like sewage backing up, we offer emergency callouts.

How do I know if it’s a blocked drain or a burst pipe?

If water won’t drain away, that’s a blockage. If water is leaking where it shouldn’t be (wet walls, puddles, dripping from ceilings), that’s more likely a burst or leaking pipe. Either way, give us a call on 07450 332 474 and we’ll help you work out what’s going on.

Do you do CCTV drain surveys?

For complex or recurring drain problems, we can arrange a CCTV drain survey to see exactly what’s happening underground. This is particularly useful for identifying root ingress, collapsed sections, or structural damage that isn’t visible from the surface.

Blocked drain in Hull? Call us on 07450 332 474 or get in touch online. We’ll have it sorted.