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 percent.

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

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Contact

Housing Improvement Team (Private Sector)
Community Housing Services
Adult & Housing Services
1st Floor
Apex House
820 Seven Sisters Road
London N15 5PQ

Tel 020 8489 1000
Fax 020 8489 5113
Email environmentalhealth.andhousinggroup@haringey.gov.uk

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