Knowing when your drains are damaged is important so you can have them looked at quickly before the problems escalate.

A fully functioning drainage system is integral to any home or business, so when it becomes damaged it can cause a lot of worry, here are the most common signs that something is wrong so you can be on the lookout for any problems.

Poor Drainage and Sewage Backing Up

The first warning sign that something isn’t working within your drainage system is a sudden decrease in the capabilities of your drains. Slow drainage may indicate a blockage but it can also indicate a collapsed pipe which can be serious problem. Similarly sewage backing up will also be a warning sign bringing with it the possibility of bad smells.

Bad Smells

Odours coming from your drains may also be a symptom of a pipe that has become damaged. You may be able to locate these smells both indoors and outside the property. If there is a continuing smell, even after the pipes have been cleaned, then it could be indicative of structural damage within the drainage system. 

Damp and Mould 

When a drain becomes damaged chances are it might start to leak which may lead to damp and mould becoming visible on you walls, floors and ceilings. You’ll want this to be looked at as soon as possible so that the damage to your home or business doesn’t worsen and threaten the structure of your property. 

Cracks and Structural Damage

In cases where the damaged pipe lies beneath a building’s structural points, it is possible for cracks to appear in the building itself, for example across the floors or walls. While this is only likely if the problem has been left for a significant amount of time, it can seriously threaten the integrity of the building. Additionally, if you notice an random lush and green patch of grass it may be a warning since leaking sewage may act as fertiliser.

If you notice any of these problems in and around your home or business don’t hesitate to contact Metro Rod Coventry. The longer you wait to have these problems looked at the more chance there is that will get worse. Making it a harder repair and more costly than it originally may have been. That is why it is so important you know the signs of drain damage. 

Metro Rod Coventry offers services across Coventry and Leicester and surrounding areas. Dealing with blocked drains, drain repair, CCTV surveys and septic tank maintenance. We believe in simple things and make sure we follow them through; available 24/7, professional, value for money service during and after the job and peace of mind in the fact that all our engineers are highly trained, DBS checked and fully insured.

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We are always happy to arrange a free site assessment and no obligation quotations for any work you might need. Alternatively, you can call our emergency hotline number on 0800 66 88 00

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