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Shared drains cause more confusion than almost any other drainage issue in Ireland. We see it all the time. A homeowner rings because wastewater is backing up, the neighbour thinks it is not their problem, and everyone wonders who actually has to fix it. The truth is, shared drainage systems are common in Irish housing estates, especially in older developments, and responsibility is not always obvious. If you live in a terrace, semi detached home, duplex, or apartment block,

Most people think drain problems always start in the pipes below ground. In reality, some of the most frustrating drainage issues begin much higher up. A blocked sewer vent is one of those hidden causes that can leave homeowners confused, dealing with slow drains, strange smells, and toilets that never quite feel right. We see this more often than you might expect. Someone calls about bad odours or sluggish sinks, assuming there is a blockage underground. The drains get check

Tree roots and drains have a strange relationship. On the surface, everything can look perfectly fine. The garden is tidy, the trees are healthy, and the drains seem to work as they always have. Then one day the water starts draining slowly, a smell appears outside, or the toilet begins to struggle. In many Irish homes, the hidden cause turns out to be tree roots making their way into the drainage system. This is a problem we see regularly, especially in areas with mature gar

Heavy rain has a habit of exposing problems that were already there, quietly building beneath the surface. Drains that seemed fine for months suddenly overflow, gurgle, or stop working altogether. In Ireland, where prolonged rainfall and sudden downpours are common, this is one of the most frequent reasons people experience blocked drains. Many homeowners assume rain itself causes the blockage. In reality, rainfall is usually the trigger, not the root cause. Understanding wha