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Emergency Root Removal Service
We remove tree roots blocking your drains and check for damage, so your system keeps flowing.
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Roots in Your Drains? Here's How We Clear Them Fast
Tree roots naturally seek out moisture, and even a small crack or loose joint in a pipe is enough for them to get in. Once inside, roots thicken and catch debris, which can lead to sudden blockages, repeated flooding, bad smells, and even damage to the pipe itself.
Our engineers will clear the blockage, cut out the roots, and get your drains flowing again. Where the problem keeps coming back, we can carry out a CCTV inspection to find out where the roots are getting in and recommend a repair to stop it happening again.
Contact our friendly team by calling 0203 870 1067 or sending an email to contactus@icedrainage.co.uk to learn more about our emergency root removal services.
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Our emergency root removal service treatment process
Step 1 Contact
Call us or send an email as soon as you spot signs of a blockage, like gurgling drains, bad smells, or water backing up. We'll ask a few quick questions to understand what's happening.
Step 2 Quote
We'll give you a free, no-obligation quote, often from a short description and a few photos. If it's urgent, we'll prioritise getting to you quickly.
Step 3 Works
Our engineer will clear the blockage, cut out the roots causing the problem, and get your drains flowing again. If the issue looks likely to return, we may recommend a CCTV inspection to find out exactly where the roots are getting in.
Step 4 After care
We'll explain what we found and recommend any repairs needed to stop the roots coming back. We're on call 24/7 if you have any more problems.
Emergency Hotline
0203 870 1067
Helpline open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
When calling please have
the following ready:
- Your Name
- Company Name (if applicable)
- Site Postcode
- The problem you're having
- Email Address
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Emergency Root Removal FAQs
The basics
Will the roots grow back?
They can, especially if there's still a crack or gap in the pipe. We can recommend a repair to help prevent this.
Will removing the roots damage my drain further?
No, our methods are designed to clear roots without causing more damage to the pipe.
How do tree roots get into a drain?
Roots grow towards moisture and can find their way in through small cracks or loose joints in a pipe.
Technologies used
How do you remove roots from a drain?
We usually cut them out using specialist equipment, then jet the drain to clear any remaining debris.
On the day
related emergency?
We aim to respond within hours, 24/7, across the UK.
Can root damage be an emergency?
Yes, if roots have caused a full blockage or a collapse, it needs urgent attention.
Why choose us?
- Cater to a wide variety of drainage situations
- Nationwide coverage, available 24/7
- Cater to commercial and domestic clients
- Free survey provided prior to quotation
- Emergency response team
- Offer a bespoke service designed to suit all your needs
- All technicians hold professional health and safety qualifications