Avoid a Christmas Kitchen Shutdown: The Grease Trap Guide for Restaurants
As Christmas party season gets into full swing, restaurants, pubs, cafés, and commercial kitchens across the UK are busier than ever. Bookings spike, menus contain richer food options, and kitchens work at full capacity for hours a day. But behind the scenes, there’s a problem that quietly grows with every festive plate served… Your grease […]
DALROD Peterborough Completes 13 Month Drainage Renewal Project for Major Retail Site
In 2024, DALROD Peterborough received a call to carry out a full site CCTV drainage survey of a large store and its surrounding areas. What unfolded over the following months became one of the most detailed, collaborative, and rewarding projects the team have worked on to date. A Challenging Start DALROD were called to a […]
DALROD Nottingham Resolve Major Drainage Issue at City Centre Premises
DALROD Nottingham recently attended a business premises in Nottingham city centre after the customer reported significant issues within their underground drainage system. The team responded quickly, bringing full confined space equipment to safely access a deep manhole on site. What appeared to be a simple blockage soon revealed a more complicated problem hidden below ground. […]
DALROD Peterborough Resolve Unusual Blockage During Storm Claudia
When storm season well and truly hit recently, our DALROD Peterborough engineers were ready for anything. Or so they thought… Strong winds and heavy rain always bring a surge of callouts, but this one turned into a story nobody expected. A Routine Callout Takes a Strange Turn The Peterborough team were called to a local […]
The Potential Horrors Lurking in Your Drains This Halloween
The clocks are changing, the air is turning crisp, and pumpkins are popping up on doorsteps across the country. As spooky season arrives, there’s one kind of scare you really don’t want to deal with… a drainage disaster! Whether you’re running a business or looking after your home, the real horrors this autumn could be […]
Local Expertise, Lasting Solutions: How DALROD Oxford Tackled a Major Blockage
At DALROD, we know that not all blockages are what they seem. When DALROD Oxford were called to a residential property, what started as a routine call quickly became a full-scale drainage challenge. This is the perfect example of why calling in the experts matters. The Situation at the Property The DALROD Oxford engineer arrived […]
DALROD Nottingham Carries Out Full Stack Replacement for Local Property
The DALROD Nottingham team recently attended a property to complete a planned replacement of a lower cast stack section from the WC. Discovering Hidden Defects During removal, our engineers identified a defect in the upper section of the stack. With the customer’s approval, we replaced an additional 2 metres to ensure the system was fully […]
Power and Precision: The Modern Van Pack in Action
At DALROD, we know that keeping drains clear and free flowing is essential. Across the country, our local drainage teams rely on the van pack unit. It’s a compact but powerful machine that has become the backbone of day-to-day drainage work. These units are not just about unblocking drains. They’re about maintaining flow, preventing costly […]
Think Before You Flush: DALROD Oxford Clears Blockage Caused by a Common Culprit.
Recently, our Oxford team were called to a property after the tenant reported unusual drainage issues. When the bath was emptied, water was gurgling in the wash basin and bubbles were appearing in the toilet. These are classic signs of a potential blockage. Initial Investigation On arrival, the engineer investigated the internal drainage system. The […]
Preparing Your Drains for the Changing of Seasons: How Autumn & Winter Can Affect Drainage
As the summer months draw to a close and the colder, wetter seasons begin, it’s important for both homeowners and businesses to be aware of how autumn and winter conditions can impact drainage systems. From falling leaves to heavy rainfall, the change in seasons brings new challenges that can quickly escalate into serious drainage issues […]