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💧 Reactive vs Preventative Drainage Maintenance – What’s Cheaper in the Long Run?
At Flux Sewer Ltd, we know that most drain emergencies don’t happen overnight — they build up over time. What starts as a small crack, a slow drain, or a few intrusive roots can quickly turn into a costly and stressful emergency if left unchecked. When the rain hits hard (as it often does in the UK), neglected drains can easily overflow, back up, or collapse — leading to flooding, property damage, and disruption. That’s why understanding the difference between reactive and...
Benjamin Parkinson
Nov 12, 20252 min read


Civil Drainage Refit & Manhole Replacement — Delivering Reliability Below Ground
At Flux Sewer , we don’t just specialise in trenchless technology — we’re equally skilled in delivering high-quality civil drainage works . Every project we take on is focused on one goal: providing long-term reliability and efficiency for our clients’ underground infrastructure. 🛠 The Challenge Our client was experiencing recurring blockages due to a back-falling section of 100 mm drainage pipework . Over time, this poor gradient had created constant maintenance issues an
Benjamin Parkinson
Nov 2, 20251 min read


Your Drain Is Talking—Here’s How to Listen (Before It Floods)
It’s Saturday in Devon. Kettle on, roast in the oven, and then— glug… glug… The sink takes a breath like it’s about to sneeze. A faint smell drifts up. You pretend it didn’t happen. By Sunday, the shower’s slow. By Monday, the kitchen gully outside has a suspicious puddle around it. Good news: your drain has been warning you for days. Better news: most problems are easier (and cheaper) when you catch them early. At Flux Sewer Ltd , we help homeowners across Devon & Cornwa
Benjamin Parkinson
Oct 29, 20253 min read


Bluelight Trenchless Drain Repair in Devon & Cornwall: A Homeowner’s Guide
If your drains are cracked, leaking or letting in roots, the last thing you want is your garden or driveway dug up. Bluelight trenchless drainage fixes many problems from the inside , usually through existing access points—so there’s minimal mess, faster turnaround, and less disruption to your home. At Flux Sewer Ltd, we use Bluelight LED cured‑in‑place pipe (CIPP) lining . In simple terms, we install a flexible liner inside your damaged pipe and then harden it with a speci
Benjamin Parkinson
Oct 29, 20253 min read


💧 The Importance of Regular Drain Maintenance: Keeping Your System Flowing Smoothly
Blocked drains, unpleasant smells, and flooding aren’t just inconvenient — they’re often the result of poor or infrequent drain maintenance. At Flux Sewer Ltd, we see it all the time across Devon and Cornwall — small issues that, left unchecked, turn into costly repairs. Regular drain maintenance is one of the simplest and most effective ways to keep your property safe, clean, and protected. 🔍 Why Drain Maintenance Matters Your property’s drainage system works quietly behind
Benjamin Parkinson
Oct 25, 20252 min read


When a Collapsed Backdrop Causes Recurring Drain Blockages — Flux Sewer Ltd to the Rescue in Ivybridge
💧 Completed Work Case Study: Ivybridge Drain Unblock & Repair At Flux Sewer Ltd , we were recently called out to a property in I vybridge, Devon , after the homeowner reported regular drain blockages occurring over the past six months. 🔍 Investigation & Diagnosis Our engineers arrived on-site and began by unblocking the line to restore temporary flow. Using our CCTV drain survey equipment , we discovered multiple structural defects along the main drain run. The key issue
Benjamin Parkinson
Oct 25, 20252 min read


The Importance of Regular Drain Maintenance for Homes in Devon and Cornwall
Many homeowners in Devon and Cornwall tend to overlook their drains until an unpleasant situation arises, such as a blocked sink, a foul...
Benjamin Parkinson
Oct 12, 20253 min read


Benjamin Parkinson
Oct 9, 20250 min read


The Benefits of Cured-in-Place Pipe (CIPP) Lining: A Smarter Solution for Trenchless Pipe Repair
When underground sewer or stormwater pipes fail, many property owners fear costly, messy excavation. Traditional "dig-and-replace"...
Benjamin Parkinson
Oct 5, 20252 min read


Where Pitch-Fibre Pipes Still Lurk: Cornwall & Devon’s Hidden Drainage Legacy
Pitch-fibre pipes were once seen as the future of drainage — lightweight, cheap, and easy to install. Between the 1950s and 1970s, they...
Benjamin Parkinson
Oct 4, 20252 min read
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