Blocked Shower Drain Clearance

What blocked shower drain clearance includes

This service is designed to get your shower back to normal with minimal disruption. It typically covers:

• A quick assessment of symptoms and likely causes (hair, soap residue, limescale, debris)
• Accessing the shower waste where practical (trap, waste outlet, nearby access points)
• Clearing the blockage using appropriate tools and methods
• Flushing and testing to confirm free-flowing drainage
• Basic checks for contributing issues such as poor fall, partial obstructions, or recurring build-up
• Practical advice to help reduce the chance of repeat blockages

When this service is most useful

Book a clearance if your shower is slow to drain, gurgles, smells unpleasant, or backs up during use. It is also suitable if you have repeated blockages and want the cause properly identified, not just temporarily masked.

How the service is delivered

The work starts with locating where the restriction is forming, which may be at the trap, the shower waste, or further along the pipework. The blockage is then removed using mechanical clearing methods suited to the pipe size and layout, followed by a flow test and rinse-through to confirm the line is clear. If we find signs of a deeper issue, you will be told what it is and what options are available.

After the drain is clear

Once drainage is restored, you will get straightforward guidance on prevention, such as hair capture and safe cleaning routines. If the blockage is linked to pipework design, scale build-up, or a damaged section of waste pipe, a follow-up repair or improvement may be recommended to stop the problem returning.