Bates Drains offer a comprehensive range of services to meet our customers’ needs. We can take
care of any drainage issue, including jetting services, CCTV drain surveys, blocked drains, drain
testing, maintenance, installation and repair services. We also provide gully, trench and channel
cleaning and soakaways to prevent flooding and water damage. Sewage and septic tank services
are available too along with patio and driveway cleaning.
Jetting Services
Blocked drains can cause significant issues, unpleasant odours and potentially serious damage if left unattended. Here at Bates Drains we understand the urgency in resolving drainage issues
effectively and promptly.
High Pressure Jetting – we use advanced technology that employs high pressure water jets to clear your blockages, dislodge stubborn blockages, such as grease build up and restore optimal flow. We also have the equipment to cut through limescale build up and tree root intrusion and debris, all of which can be a cause of blocked drains.
Drain jetting is suitable for a wide range of drainage systems, whether your issue is a blocked kitchen sink or large-scale sewer line. We can meet your needs. It is also environmentally friendly – it relies on the power of water, without the need for harsh chemicals.
We also offer:
Gully Emptying & Cleaning
Trench & Channel Cleaning
ACO Drain Cleaning
Top tip – do not flush wet wipes, cotton pads, make-up wipes down your toilet as these don’t tend to flush away and build up – causing blockages.
CCTV Drain Surveys
Not all drainage issues can be resolved using traditional methods alone. Some issues cannot be easily seen and diagnosed, if an issue persists you may need a CCTV Drain Survey (Closed Circuit Television).
A CCTV Drain survey is often carried out to establish issues that occur deep in the drainage system. The survey uses high-tech cameras to identify the source of the issue. It can identify:
Blockages and Leaks
Tree Root Intrusion
Cracked and Collapsed Drains
Displaced joints
Scale Build Up
Corrosion
Wear and Tear
Animal Infestation
Getting to the root of the issue, allows us to fix the problem before it worsens.
CCTV Drain surveys aren’t just a means to an emergency. They are also very helpful and may be necessary when purchasing a property, renting out a property. If you are building a property or
extending your property the Water Authority will insist on a Build Over survey, if you are building on or near their assets.
More information about Build Over surveys can be found here https://www.stwater.co.uk/building-
and-developing/overview/building-over-sewers
Waste Management, Septic Tank & Sewage Treatment Plant Services
At Bates Drains we offer septic tank cleaning, maintenance, emptying, installation and repairs, as well as other sewage treatment plant and sewage tank services. As the owner of a septic tank, it is your responsibility to ensure you meet the General Binding Rules, which means making sure your system does not pollute the local environment. We can help you meet these standards by undertaking septic tank conversions to upgrade your system. By installing a conversion unit rather than replacing your current system, we can save time and disruption. Homeowners with septic tanks that discharge directly into ditches, streams, canals, rivers, surface water, drains or any other type of water course will be required to replace or upgrade their drainage, when they sell their property.
Government guidance can be found at https://www.gov.uk/guidance/general-binding-rules-small-
sewage-discharge-to-the-ground
We can help with the following:
Pumping Stations – Repairs, Replacement and General Maintenance
Sewage Tank & Treatment Inspections
Sewage Plant & Septic Tank Installation
Septic Tank Emptying & Cleaning
Septic Tank Conversions
Septic Tank Inspections
Sewage & Septic System Repairs
Drain Lining & Relining
Drain lining or relining is a cost-effective option to carry out repairs, with minimal disruption. It can also offer benefits such as water flow rate and prevent tree root intrusion. If you’re experiencing any of the following, it could be a great way of getting it fixed:
Noticeable Blockages
Leaks, Dampness or Wet Patches
Bad Odours
Cracks in your property’s brickwork or on the ground
Subsidence
We will clear away any debris or blockages to your drains and then diagnose any further issues
using our CCTV equipment. We can then design a treatment plan to best resolve the problem –
whether that be an entire line, reline or small patches if cracks are small or joints are misplaced.
Lining or relining may not be a suitable solution in all situations for example a collapsed drain but don’t worry, we can provide other services to fix the problem, such as traditional excavation and
repair.
Patio & Driveway Cleaning
We are delighted to offer patio and driveway cleaning. Over time our patios and driveways can start to look a little drab and tired, maybe overrun with weeds and moss! Treat them to a re-vamp,
using our excellent cleaning service. With the use of our high-pressure jetting equipment, we can clean up any kind of driveway or patio, whether slabbed, block paved or decking, leaving them
looking as good as new.