Blocked Drains

How do I know if it is my drain that is blocked?

If your drain is blocked you will usually know because your waste will stop going away when you flush the toilet, or gullies outside will overflow. There will also probably be a smell.

Blocked drains to private properties

It is the responsibility of the owner to maintain and clear a private drain. If a private drain is blocked, the Council will serve a notice on the owner giving them 48 hours to clear it. If the drain is not cleared within 48 hours, the Council will undertake the work in default. The owner will be charged the contract cost plus establishment charges of 30%.

You can use our online form to report a blocked drain.

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How do I report a blocked public sewer?

Thames Water looks after the network of public sewers in the surrounding areas.

If you have believe that a public sewer is blocked, please contact Thames Water on 0845 920 0800.

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Contact

Environmental Health & Housing Group
Strategic & Community Housing Services
Urban Environment
639 High Road
Tottenham
London N17 8BD

Tel 020 8489 5230 or 5240
Fax 020 8489 5530

Email environmentalhealthandhousing@haringey.gov.uk  

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