Drainage services
in Thanet.

Gutters form an essential part of any property's drainage, yet they remain one of its most overlooked components. At BP Drains Ltd, our work spans drain repairs, CCTV drainage surveys, homebuyer drain surveys, emergency drainage, drain lining and blocked drain clearance, and gutter cleaning sits firmly among these core services. Carried out regularly, it protects a building from serious structural damage and keeps its appearance clean and welcoming.

For customers in Thanet, Ramsgate, Whitstable, Broadstairs and elsewhere in Kent, we advise having gutters cleared several times a year, particularly where the last clean is difficult to recall. The wider the gap between one clearing and the next, the greater the likelihood of damage and of dirt, mould and other debris taking hold. The signs below are worth watching for as indications that a clean is due.

Animals and Pests

Among the less welcome indications that your Thanet property is due a gutter clean is the appearance of animals and pests. Creatures you might come across include:

• Birds

• Squirrels

• Cats

• Rodents

Twigs, leaves, nuts and any edible matter can draw these animals to your guttering, and once settled they are often awkward to move on. Catching the problem early always works in your favour, as it does with blocked drains, burst pipes and other emergency drainage faults. Contact us for drainage surveys, cleaning, maintenance, drain unblocking and no-dig drain repairs the moment something looks amiss.

Staining and Mildew

Gutters that have stayed blocked for some time tend to overflow during rainfall, and that overflow can leave staining and mildew across walls and roofing. In most cases, marks beneath the gutters or a musty mildew odour become apparent before any overflow is actually seen. Recognising issues of this kind takes no expertise in gutter cleaning, CCTV drain surveys, residential drain surveys, drain lining, cracked pipe repair or drainage more broadly.

Growth of Plants

Plant growth in or around your gutters is a clear indication that they have been neglected for a considerable period and are overdue a clean. It points to a notable build-up of soil, with enough nutrients present to sustain plant life. Weeds account for most of this growth, though flowers are not unheard of; either way, prompt removal is advisable.

Additional Signs

Beyond the signs already covered, residents in Thanet and across Kent should also stay alert to the following:

• A Leaking Roof

• Cracked or Damaged Walls and Brickwork

• Overflowing Water

• Slippery Surfaces

• Sagging Gutters

• Shifts in the Weather

Should one or more of these become apparent, it is far better to act than to wait. Customers anywhere in Kent are welcome to call us on either of the numbers below, and we will put our fast, dependable service to work resolving your gutter problems.

Contact BP Drains Ltd

We are on hand to help with blocked drains, drain repairs, CCTV drainage surveys, homebuyer drain surveys, drain lining and emergency drainage. Our services include:

• Burst Pipe Repairs

• Drain Unblocking

• Cracked Pipe Repair

• 24/7 Drainage Services

• No-Dig Drain Repairs

• Drain Excavation

• Tree Root Removal

• Gutter Clearing

• Commercial Drainage Surveys

• Pre-Purchase Drain Surveys

• Residential Drain Surveys