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If you’re responsible for maintaining a commercial building, a social housing property, a hotel or a retail space, ensuring the waste pipe, soil pipe or soil stack remains clean and well-maintained is key to avoiding costly and inconvenient blockages. Read our blog to understand the importance of staying compliant with soil pipe regulations for safety and efficiency.
Soil stacks are a vital part of any interlocking waste management pipes, and soil vent pipes are the cornerstone of any drainage system. Over time, these elements can become clogged or damaged, leading to unpleasant odours, blockages, and even structural issues.
When you need assistance, Metro Rod is available 24/7, 365 across the UK to offer a range of pipe or soil stack cleaning services.
Blocked waste pipes or soil stacks can bring businesses to a halt and put whole properties at risk. A clogged soil stack pipe that’s left unaddressed can escalate, causing significant damage over time. Regular soil stack maintenance, including thorough soil stack cleaning, is crucial to prevent these problems and ensure your drainage system remains in top condition.
At Metro Rod, we believe in proactive care. A routine maintenance plan can help you avoid emergency callouts by identifying issues early and preventing the buildup of uratic salt and debris in your soil stack. By staying on top of maintenance, you save time, money, and unnecessary stress.
We offer free site assessments and no-obligation quotes to provide you with routine maintenance recommendations from the outset. Our qualified engineers can advise on the best services for your property, including:
Waste and soil pipes can become blocked in several ways, and that is when you may need soil stack repair. Non-flushable items (i.e., wet wipes and nappies) and fat, oil, and grease can clog horizontal waste pipes. The vertical soil stack pipe can also be affected by these blockages and the buildup of uratic salt, which narrows the soil stack pipe and blocks waste from flowing freely through the pipe. The common signs of a problem with your soil stack pipe and a blockage in the soil system include:
Blockages are typically worse at the bottom of a soil stack pipe, as this is where the waste can collect and form a blockage. If you have a blockage at the bottom of your soil stack, there are a couple of additional signs to look out for; these include:
If you notice any of the above problems, contact your local Metro Rod engineer to inspect your soil pipe and solve the issue as quickly and efficiently as possible.
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A soil stack, or soil vent pipe, is the main vertical waste pipe on the outside of a house or other building. The soil stack transports waste, sewage, and greywater from the building to another underground soil pipe, which joins the main subterranean (below-ground) sewerage system for the area.
Essentially, the soil stack removes all waste from toilets, sinks, baths, and showers in your building to the main sewer. The vent draws in air to speed up the removal and releases smells.
If there are more severe problems in your soil pipes or soil stack, then you may need to look at soil pipe repair as an option. Soil pipe repair is required when a pipe has cracked, split, or is leaking. Although it is rare for a soil pipe or stack to collapse, it can occasionally happen. If it does, it will leak substantial amounts of waste, and a strong smell will come from the pipe. An expert drainage engineer can identify the cause of the problem and repair your soil stack.
If you believe you may need a soil pipe inspection or repair, contact your local Metro Rod depot or call on 0800 66 88 00.
Yes, plumbers often repair or replace soil pipes. They can diagnose issues such as blockages, cracks, or leaks in the pipe and provide solutions to restore proper function. Certified plumbers use specialised tools and techniques to ensure repairs are efficient and compliant with regulations.
Soil stack maintenance includes several core services designed to maintain your soil stack and pipes. The specific activities recommended for your property depend on your building and the frequency of use; however, they can include CCTV drain surveys, and high-pressure drain jetting as needed.
At Metro Rod, we specialise in efficient and cost-effective services. The precise cost of soil pipe and stack maintenance can vary depending on what you need and how often. We are always transparent about our prices and provide customers with the best, cost-effective solution for their needs. Before any work is carried out, a full no-obligation quote will be provided. Contact your local Metro Rod today to discuss your soil pipe and stack maintenance needs.