Minimise the impact of COVID-19 on drainage networks

With so many people now working from home due to the ongoing Coronavirus outbreak, and with many of us experiencing difficulty in finding flushable toilet products – the drainage network is bound to suffer.

As specialists in drainage issues and blockages, we work with many local authorities who are concerned about how the network is going to cope with the issues that COVID-19 brings with it.

To do our part in reducing the impact on our drainage system, we have rounded up the best steps everyone can take to keep the systems flowing how they should be.

How to minimise drainage issues

Issues within the drainage network can vary in severity, with some having simple fixes available and minimal downtime. However, if a drainage network hasn’t been properly maintained, there may be several different problems within one area.

Our top tips to keep drainage issues at bay are:

1. Have maintenance carried out regularly

If you are responsible for the drainage network, we recommend having regular maintenance carried out on the network. Having a drain specialist inspect the network and look for any potential problems can result in these being fixed before creating a larger, more severe, issue.

2. Publish advice on what should be put into the network

As many people are now working from home, or are at home for longer periods, reminding those within the local area of what shouldn’t be flushed down the toilet is a great place to start. Particularly as we did experience shortages of toilet paper, people should be made aware of what can cause blockages in the system, such as kitchen towel and wipes.

3. Use an experienced drainage company

Should an issue occur, be sure to work with an experienced and knowledgeable drainage company. Failing to do so could result in ongoing problems, overspending on money and time wasted. Look into a company’s background, experience and qualifications before commissioning them for a drainage project.

Our drainage services

We work with a huge range of customers, providing ongoing and one-off drainage services. We have partnered with many water companies and local governments to do our part in ensuring drainage networks can run smoothly.

During this uncertain time, we understand you may be worrying about issues within your drainage network, however there’s no need to panic with Mantank Environmental Services around. 

Our specialist team are here to ensure your drainage system runs smoothly and any issues are resolved within a minimal timeframe. We have invested heavily in our equipment to ensure our customers benefit from an unmatched service, every time. 

Speak to us

If you would like to know more about the drainage services we provide, do not hesitate to get in touch with our experienced team. With over 25 years of experience in our sector, we provide reliable and cost-effective services for our clients.

To speak with a member of our team simply fill in our contact form and we will be in touch as soon as possible.