If your outdoor space is waterlogged, there are a range of garden drainage solutions available to choose from. Not only does standing water make your garden look unsightly and difficult to use, but flooding can stop plants and grass from growing. Before you think about installing a garden drainage solution, there are several things to […]
Ever felt the panic of when you flush the toilet, and the water starts rising ominously close to the rim? Truthfully, it’s happened to most of us, as toilet blockages are a common household problem. Our drainage experts have provided a comprehensive guide on how to unblock a toilet. The article walks you through the […]
When was the last time you thought about having to maintain your external drains at home? If you haven’t had any blockages or unpleasant smells recently, the chances are, you probably haven’t. But, regular drain maintenance shouldn’t be kept from any homeowner’s maintenance list. Substances from the kitchen sink, baths, showers, bathroom sinks and toilets, […]
Did you know that a drought can affect your drainage system? It’s true. Trees trying to cope with long periods without rain can damage your drain pipes in two ways. As roots draw water from clay soils, the earth contracts, sometimes leading to small-scale subsidence. This can result in faults such as misaligned joints. Trees […]
Does water pool around your feet as you shower? Maybe you have a slow-draining sink in the kitchen. Either way, it may just be a matter of time before your drains block up entirely. So what should you do? Your first reaction may be to go out and buy a bottle of drain cleaner. They’re […]
Moving home can stretch you financially, and it’s even worse for first-time buyers, who typically have less cash to play around with after moving in. No one wants unexpected maintenance problems, and that’s why it’s worth getting a pre-purchase drain inspection. It highlights drainage problems before you buy, removing the surprise of costly repairs. We […]
64% of UK residents feel ‘unsettled’ in their homes due to unexplained issues, according to a nationally representative study* of 2,000 UK adults. The study, which asked UK residents to talk about different issues around their home, found that unexplained knocking and tapping sounds, cold spots and even rooms with a ‘strange aura’ were among […]
Is my roof leaking or is it condensation? Why is my ceiling cracking? Is my shower making me sick? We’ve answered the UK’s most Googled property maintenance questions They may sound like odd things to ponder, but they’re just some of the most commonly asked home maintenance questions in the UK. Our experts have been […]
At Aspect, we get hundreds of calls from people who need toilet plumbing jobs done in their properties. Toilet repair isn’t a job for the faint hearted though; whether it’s an issue with the flush or a problem with a leaking tank, lots of things can go wrong and it’s important to be able to […]
One of the most common problems our London plumbers and drainage engineers are called out for is blocked kitchen sinks. Food waste is the main culprit for these nasty clogs, and if they’re not tackled correctly, they could lead to more serious drainage issues. However with our simple tips, you can learn how to unblock […]
Overflowing drains can be a nuisance, but if caught and dealt with early on they are relatively easy to fix and you might be able to avoid more serious leaks, overflows or electrical damage which can sometimes occur. If you’d prefer to call the experts in, Aspect’s specialist drainage engineers are on call 24 hours […]
