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Tower Hamlets Has London’s Biggest Rat Problem
The worrying number of rat and other rodent sightings throughout London and especially Tower Hamlets which, at 30,000, has the most reported rodent sightings. Rat complaints are running at over 16 per day in East London borough.Continue reading→
Westminster Building Material Sewerage Surcharge
Blocked drains and gullies cause flooding and damage. One council has decided to combat the problem at source.Continue reading→
Soho’s 50m Fatberg Breaks Records
The scourge of large fatbergs including the 50 metre monster recently found under the streets in London’s Soho; how they are formed and why they are preventable. Another huge fatberg in the capital highlights careless disposal habits Thames Water sewage workers have once again had to work hard under London’s streets to clear a huge...Continue reading→
How To Prevent Basement Flooding
Why You Should Always Call In The Experts Take action now before the weather turns colder and wetter will prevent any flooding in your home. More and more of us are regularly spending time in our basements. No longer just a forgotten storage space, basements are being used as hobby areas, additional living spaces, home...Continue reading→
Can Urban Rain Gardens Save Our Drains?
Innovative Garden Solution Tackles Effects of Climate Change Weather patterns are shifting and our city’s infrastructure is struggling to cope. Are rain gardens the answer? Life in 21st century London is different in countless ways to that experienced by previous generations. Technology has made what was science fiction in the 1960s part of everyday life...Continue reading→
Stylish Drainage Solutions
Because of its practical role, drainage might not seem synonymous with style or the aesthetics of a building or room.Continue reading→
Once Again London’s Drains Cannot Cope
Torrential rain leads to blocked drains and flooding in Newham. The London drainage network was unable to cope with recent torrential downpours, causing headaches for residents, businesses and commuters. British summertime is here, but rather than warm, sunny days, June has thus far been marked by grey skies and torrential rain. Continue reading→
Rogue Builder Pours Concrete Down London Drains
Selfish Act Leads to Weeks of Disruption A rogue builder has caused thousands of pounds worth of damage and weeks of inconvenience to Londoners by dumping ten metres of concrete into a sewer. Continue reading→
Should We Bring Back Front Gardens To Save London’s Drains?
The demise of the traditional front garden has not just affected the appearance of urban streets, it increases flood risk too.Continue reading→
Drain Experts Rescue Pet Hamster With Mini Ladder!
Manchester Hamster Hits the Headlines With Daring Escape A family in Manchester feared the worst when their pet hamster disappeared. But experts and family members came up with an ingenious plan to save the day. Every pet owner knows the heartache and worry that can be caused when a cherished family pet disappears, and every...Continue reading→