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Blocked Baths & Showers in Greater London

Burch Drainage Ltd provides professional blocked bath and shower drain clearance services across Greater London, helping homeowners and businesses resolve drainage issues quickly and effectively.

Slow draining water or standing water in a bath or shower is often caused by a build-up of hair, soap residue and debris within the pipework. Our engineers use specialist equipment to safely clear blockages and restore proper drainage.

Drain engineer clearing blocked drain using professional electro-mechanical equipment
40 years of expertise
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What Causes a Blocked Bath or Shower?

Blocked baths and showers are typically caused by a gradual build-up of materials within the drainage system.

 

Common causes include:

  • Hair build-up within the pipework

  • Soap residue and product build-up

  • Dirt and debris entering the drain

  • Limescale restricting water flow

  • Blockages further along the drainage system

Over time, these materials reduce water flow and can lead to complete blockages.

Blocked bath being unblocked

How We Clear Blocked Baths or Showers?

Our engineers use a range of professional methods to safely and effectively clear blocked toilets.

High-pressure water jetting used to clear blocked drainage pipe
High-Pressure Water Jetting

In many cases, clearing the bath or shower alone is not enough, and the blockage may be located further along the drainage line, with high pressure water jetting required to clear.
Electro-mechanical drain cleaning machine removing blockage inside pipe
Electro-Mechanical Drain Cleaning

For tough blockages, specialist mechanical equipment can be used to break through heavy obstructions inside the pipework.
Drain descaling process removing heavy scale build-up inside pipework
Removal of Debris and Obstructions

Where obstructions and debris have accumulated inside the pipes, our crews are equipped with specialist equipment to remove these.

Blocked Bath & Shower Services for Domestic & Commercial Properties

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  • Houses

  • Flats

  • Apartment blocks

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  • Offices

  • Restaurants

  • Retail units

  • Industrial sites

  • Property management companies

  • Healthcare and education

When a Blocked Bath or Shower Indicates a Bigger Problem

Persistent drainage issues may indicate a wider problem within the drainage system.

This could include:

  • Blockages within the main drainage line

  • Build-up deeper within the pipework

  • Damaged or misaligned pipes

  • Root ingress affecting flow

 

Where required, we can provide recommendations for drainage repairs to address the underlying issue.

CCTV Drain Surveys for Blocked Baths & Showers

If the cause of the blockage is unclear or the issue keeps returning, a CCTV drain survey can be used to inspect the internal condition of the drainage system.

Drainage engineers fixing a blocked shower

Why choose Burch Drainage Ltd?

  • Over 40 years of drainage expertise delivering reliable solutions across Greater London

  • Fully insured and accredited, giving you peace of mind on every job

  • Qualified drainage engineers, trained to work safely and efficiently in domestic and commercial environments

  • Two-man crew on every job, ensuring safe working practices and consistent workmanship

  • Competitive and transparent pricing, with free, no-obligation estimates

  • Highly rated by our customers, with a strong Google review rating

  • Comprehensive drainage services, from emergency call-outs to specialist surveys and repairs

CHAS Elite accredited
Constructionline Gold accredited
ISO 9001 certified business
ISO 14001 certified business
ISO 45001 certified business
Environment Agency Registered Waste Carrier
NADC member
SSIP certified

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Need Help With a Blocked Bath or Shower?

Our engineers can remove the build-up in your bath or shower to restore proper drainage and prevent recurring issues.

Or call us today on 0800 1955 888

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