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Why Does My Drain Keep Overflowing?

If your drain keeps overflowing, it hasn’t actually been cleared properly. It might have been unblocked enough to get water moving again, but something is ...more

Drainage

July 15, 2026•1 min read

Why Are My Drains Smelling? Causes & What to Do

There’s nothing worse than walking into your kitchen or bathroom and being hit with a nasty smell from the sink or shower drain. At EPM, we regularly ...more

Drainage

June 11, 2026•3 min read

Why Does My Sink Gurgle When the Washing Machine Drains?

If your sink gurgles when the washing machine or dishwasher drains, it’s usually down to how the pipework has been set up. You see it a lot where ...more

Drainage

May 11, 2026•2 min read

What to Do If Your Shower Isn’t Draining Properly (Exeter Homeowners’ Guide)

https://youtube.com/shorts/Vvbs2iraUTs?feature=share There’s nothing quite as annoying as standing in an inch of water every time you have a shower. If ...more

Drainage

May 06, 2026•4 min read

Why Do My Drains Keep Blocking?

If your drains keep blocking, there’s usually a reason for it. A one-off blockage is fairly normal. But if it keeps happening, something is either staying ...more

Drainage

April 09, 2026•3 min read

What Type of Drainage Cover Do I Need for My Property?

If you’ve got a drain cover that’s cracked, loose or just plain missing, you’ll know how quickly it becomes a problem. But replacing it isn’t always as ...more

Drainage

March 09, 2026•3 min read

How to Protect Your Drains During Autumn & Winter

Blocked drains don’t take a holiday. In fact, we see a spike in call-outs every autumn and winter across Exeter, Exmouth, Dawlish and down into the South ...more

Drainage

March 06, 2026•3 min read

How to Fix a Blocked Toilet (Without Making It Worse)

Let’s be honest — blocked toilets are up there with the most dreaded DIY jobs. But if you’re standing there right now with the water rising and a bit of ...more

Drainage

February 23, 2026•3 min read

Blocked Drain or Broken Pipe? How to Tell the Difference

Not all drain problems are created equal. Some are quick to fix with a jetter. Others… well, they need a shovel, camera, and a bit more time. The big ...more

Drainage

February 04, 2026•3 min read

Blocked Drain Outside? Here’s What You Can Do Before Calling Us

There’s nothing like the smell of a blocked drain to ruin a morning. Overflowing gullies, standing water, or foul smells near the back door — we’ve seen ...more

Drainage

January 21, 2026•3 min read

Blocked Bath or Shower? Here’s What to Do Before You Call

A slow-draining bath or a backed-up shower tray isn’t just annoying — it can lead to standing water, bad smells, and even leaks over time. At EPM, we get ...more

Drainage

December 09, 2025•3 min read

What to Expect From a Drain Jetting Service

Blocked drain? Sometimes plungers, rods and shop-bought chemicals just don’t cut it. That’s where drain jetting comes in — and it’s one of the most ...more

Drainage

November 25, 2025•3 min read

How to Find and Access Your Drain Covers

Whether you’ve got a blocked drain or you’re just trying to inspect your system, knowing where your drain covers are (and how to access them safely) can ...more

Drainage

November 23, 2025•3 min read

How to Tell If You Need a Drain Jetting or CCTV Survey

If your drains keep backing up, smell awful, or just aren’t flowing like they should — it’s time to look deeper. But how do you know if it’s a simple ...more

Drainage

October 17, 2025•3 min read

Should I Use Chemical Drain Cleaners? What You Need to Know

Blocked drains are a pain — and chemical drain cleaners promise a quick fix. But are they really the best option? At EPM, we’ve seen the aftermath of ...more

Drainage

September 23, 2025•2 min read

Why Your Outdoor Drains Smell in Summer (And How to Fix It)

If there’s a foul smell coming from your patio drain, driveway gully, or rear waste pipe — you’re not alone. Summer is prime time for drain smells, and ...more

Drainage

September 21, 2025•2 min read

Why Is There a Smell Coming from My Bathroom Sink?

Let’s be honest — few things are worse than stepping into your bathroom and being hit with an unpleasant whiff from the sink. It’s one of those ...more

Drainage

September 05, 2025•3 min read

How to Spot the Early Signs of a Blocked Drain

Blocked drains don’t always start with water flooding across your floor — they creep in quietly. A smell here. A gurgle there. At EPM, we’ve seen it all ...more

Drainage

August 20, 2025•3 min read

Why Is Water Backing Up in My Kitchen Sink?

A slow-draining kitchen sink is annoying. But when the water starts backing up — bringing smells, food bits, and a worrying sense of dread with it — it’s ...more

Drainage

August 13, 2025•3 min read

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