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Emergency Drain Unblocking

Blocked Drains Cleared Fast Across Kent & the South East

We clear domestic and commercial drainage problems using industrial high-pressure jetting equipment.

MSSE provides 24/7 drain unblocking for homes, businesses and commercial sites across Kent and the South East. From wipes, paper and fat build-up to roots, debris and recurring blockages, our experienced team can clear the obstruction and identify the likely cause where further investigation is needed.

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Trusted Across the South East

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Absolutely No Call Out Fees

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30+ Years Experience

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Katie Potts
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Thank you to Patrick, Alfie and the team for replacing the mains water pipe at our scout hall. Superb work ethic and skill through repeated heavy showers to get the job done for us. Excellent fair quote for a charity, clear timeline for work, no problems at all. Would thoroughly recommend their services!
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Tim ADAMS
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Brilliant! They explained everything from the first call and gave an accurate and very reasonable price for the job. Arrived promptly, no fuss, just got on with it. Kept me informed throughout and kept my property extremely clean and tidy. The whole place was left in better condition than before! No unsightly signs of repair at all. They certainly know their job. I have every confidence in the work done and no hesitation in recommending. Thank you very much.
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Brendan Bean
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Patrick and his team fitted a new water main for me. Was very clear and emphasised what needed to be done and any implications what may occur. Very happy with the job and couldn't tell they had even been there. Highly recommend.
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Neil Ohren
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Excellent service informed all way through process and commumication was first class. Highly recommended
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Patrick managed to identity the source of a leak that an emergency plumber couldn't find. He was friendly and very knowledgeable and able to advise us on how to deal with it. He is professional and is clearly very knowledgeable about his business. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend him.
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Patrick and Alfie replaced my main water pipe this week, they were professional, friendly and very reasonably priced, I had a quote from another company who quoted almost trippled to what Moling services charged. Would definitely recommend.
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Quick and clean service, and well connected in the trade community! They recommended me a plasterer who is just as reliable as they are. Highly recommend to anyone.
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Will Race
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Patrick and Alfie did a great job moling in a replacement for a lead pipe as well as a drain survey and cleaning. All arranged promptly, updated us throughout the process and kept a tidy site. Would recommend 👍
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Patrick and Alfie replaced my water main last week. They were great to deal with, prompt, efficient and they left the garden very tidy. Very pleased with their work and happy to recommend.
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We were very impressed with the very fast call out, and very knowledgeable help, plus very pleasant polite guy . Very highly recommended. Thank you
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What’s Blocking Your Drain?

Different blockages need different solutions.

Here’s some of the problems we deal with frequently:

  • Paper, Wipes & Sanitary Products: Excess paper, wet wipes, sanitary towels, and other items can collect and restrict flow.
  • Fat, Oil & Grease: Fats and cooking oils can cool and harden inside drains, narrowing the pipe until waste can no longer pass freely.
  • Tree Roots: Roots can enter through cracks or joints, then grow inside the drain and trap waste around them.
  • Silt, Soil & Debris: Mud, grit and other material can build up over time, particularly in larger or poorly flowing drains.
  • Collapsed or Damaged Pipes: Cracks, displaced joints and collapsed sections obstruct flow and cause blockages.
  • Drain Bellies & Poor Falls: Low points in the pipe can hold water and waste, making recurring blockages more likely even after the drain has been cleared.
Drain Jetting

Industrial Grade High-Pressure Drain Jetting

Serious blockages need more than a lightweight pressure washer.

Industrial Grade Jetting Machine

MSSE uses professional drain jetting equipment delivering up to 4,000 PSI at 12 gallons per minute. The combination of high pressure and strong water flow helps break through stubborn blockages and flush loosened material through the system.

This makes it highly effective for clearing:

  • Fat, oil and grease build-up
  • Silt, soil and general debris
  • Roots and organic matter
  • Heavy deposits in larger commercial drains
  • Recurring blockages

The result is a cleaner pipe and a better chance of restoring proper flow throughout the drainage system.

How We Clear & Prevent Recurring Blockages

We keep the process simple and focus on clearing the blockage properly, not just restoring flow temporarily.

Step 1

Identify the Problem

We assess where the main blockage is located and what is likely to be causing it to back up.

Step 2

Choose the Right Method

Depending on the severity, we use industrial high-pressure jetting or other specialist drainage tools to break up the blockage.

Step 3

Clear the Blockage

Loosened material is flushed through the system rather than pushed further along the pipe.

Step 4

Check the Underlying Cause

If the blockage keeps returning, we investigate using CCTV to look for issues like damaged pipes, root intrusion, collapsing or a belly in the drain.

Where a drain is prone to repeated build-up, regular high-pressure cleaning can help keep it flowing and reduce the risk of future emergency blockages, particularly on commercial or problem drainage systems.

Sometimes a blocked drain is just the symptom – not the root cause. If we identify a deeper issue, we offer a full range of drainage services to fix the problem properly and prevent it coming back.

Our specialist services include:

👉 We’ll always recommend the most appropriate solution based on what we find – no unnecessary work.

When CCTV Is Needed

Not every blocked drain needs a camera survey.

A drain camera can help identify:

✅ Cracked, displaced or collapsed pipework
✅ Root intrusion
✅ Drain bellies or poor falls
✅ Heavy internal build-up
✅ Objects lodged further along the pipe
✅ Damage that can’t be confirmed above ground

CCTV becomes useful when a blockage keeps returning or there are signs of a deeper structural problem. This allows us to see what is happening inside the drain and recommend the most appropriate next step, whether that is further cleaning, repair, relining or replacement.

Why Choose Us?

We focus on doing the job properly – first time.

The benefits of working with us:

👍 Over 30 years experience in the industry
👍 Absolutely no call-out fees… whatsoever!
👍 Clear, honest advice with no upselling
👍 Fast response across Kent and the South East
👍 Clean and tidy workmanship
👍 Long lasting solutions, not just quick fixes
👍 Highly competitive rates vs the big franchises

Most importantly, we treat your property with respect and keep disruption to a minimum.

Domestic & Commercial Drain Unblocking

MSSE clears blocked drains for homes, businesses and larger commercial sites across Kent and the South East region including London.

In domestic drainage systems, common causes include excess toilet paper, wet wipes, sanitary products, hair, soap residue, cooking fats, food waste, roots and foreign objects that should never have entered the drain.

Commercial drains often suffer from heavier build-up, including fat, oil and grease from kitchens, food waste, silt, mud, packaging debris and deposits inside larger pipework.

On some sites, poor falls or drain bellies can also allow waste to settle repeatedly.

Using our industrial grade high-pressure jetting and specialist drainage equipment, we can clear both one-off blockages and more persistent problems affecting larger or heavily used systems.

Large Root Removed From Drain

FAQs

The most common blocked drain questions… answered!

What is the most common cause of blocked drains?

Grease, food waste, hair and wet wipes are the most frequent causes in domestic properties.

Can I unblock a drain myself?

Minor blockages can sometimes be cleared with basic tools, but deeper or recurring issues usually require professional equipment.

How long does it take to unblock a drain?

Most blockages can be cleared within an hour, depending on severity.

Will the blockage come back?

If the underlying cause isn’t addressed, it can. That’s why we aim to fully remove the issue and advise on prevention.

Local Coverage

Our Drain Unblocking Service is Available 24/7 365

If you’re dealing with a blocked drain, smelly toilet, or drainage issue, our expert team is just a phone call away. We cover the entire counties of Kent, East and West Sussex, and parts of South London ensuring quick response times when you need us most.

Located in one of the local cities or towns below? Contact us for help!

  • Gravesend
  • Herne Bay
  • Hythe
  • Maidstone
  • Margate
  • Medway
  • Minster
  • New Romney
  • Northfleet
  • Orpington
  • Ramsgate
  • Rochester
  • Sevenoaks
  • Sheerness
  • Sittingbourne
  • Swanley
  • Thanet
  • Tonbridge
  • Tunbridge Wells
  • Whitstable

With no call-out fees and affordable pricing, we’re the local Kent drainage specialists you can trust.

We are Water Safe Registered Members

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Got questions about our services or have an emergency job?

We're proud members of the Water Industry Approved Plumbers Scheme (WIAPS). Water Regs UK manages the scheme on behalf of UK water companies. It provides industry-approved certification to qualified professionals in the sector, including ground workers.

As WIAPS accredited contractors, we are authorised to get South East Water, Southern Water and Thames Water customers connected to the mains water network as necessary. Fully compliant with WaterSafe, you can be assured any water supply installation is carried out in accordance with Water Fittings Regulations. On completion, we issue certificates to confirm our work was carried out in compliance with current regulations.

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