Drain Repair Service in Dublin From Certified Technicians

Some drains need a patch, some need a liner, and a few need digging. We survey the line first so the repair matches the damage rather than the price list.

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Signs Your Drain Needs Repairing

If any of these sound familiar, the problem is the pipe rather than what went down it.

It blocks again every few months

It clears, then the same spot fills again. Something in the pipe is catching waste.

A damp patch or sinking ground

Water escaping from a broken pipe softens the ground, which shows up as damp or a dip.

A smell that never fully goes

A fractured pipe under the floor or garden lets foul air out constantly.

Rats in the house or garden

Rats travel the sewer and get in through cracks. Pest control leaves the hole open.

Slow drainage across the house

Several fixtures running slowly at once usually points to the main run outside.

A survey found a defect

A report showing a crack, a displaced joint or a collapse calls for a repair.

It blocks again every few months

It clears, then the same spot fills again. Something in the pipe is catching waste.

A damp patch or sinking ground

Water escaping from a broken pipe softens the ground, which shows up as damp or a dip.

A smell that never fully goes

A fractured pipe under the floor or garden lets foul air out constantly.

Rats in the house or garden

Rats travel the sewer and get in through cracks. Pest control leaves the hole open.

Slow drainage across the house

Several fixtures running slowly at once usually points to the main run outside.

A survey found a defect

A report showing a crack, a displaced joint or a collapse calls for a repair.

24/7 Emergency Hotline (01) 849 1706

Three Ways We Repair a Damaged Drain

Three methods cover almost every damaged drain in Dublin. Each one suits a different kind of damage.

Pipe Patching & Re-Lining

A resin liner cures inside the existing pipe, sealing the damage from within. Nothing is dug up and the surface stays as it is.

Collapsed Drain Repair

When a section caves in, flow stops and the ground above starts to move. We find the collapse and rebuild that length of line.

Drain Excavation

Some runs cannot be repaired in place. We dig down to the damaged length, replace the pipe and build new manholes where needed.

24/7 Emergency Hotline (01) 849 1706

What Dublin Customers Say About Us

    
 
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had an issue with drains and we got an immediate response and they were cleared by 10am the next day. Could not recommend highly enough.  Will definitely use again.
  
 
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   Shane C 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Top service by Alec and the lads. Drains were blocked, they showed up quickly, left the place tidy after, and very reasonably priced.
  
 
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   killian mccarthy 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Issue was resolved promptly, and professionally.  I was also kept informed on costs. Would recommend.
  
 
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   Alan Moffitt 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Having been using ALEC and MN Davis  for drains and plumbing/heating for almost 6 years now. Have received great advice and quick response times to all types of Plumbing heating and drains services over this period. Response times have been phenominal to genuine emergencys. Alec provides a support service to our maintenance company, which we couldn't survive without. We rely heavily on his technical fault finding ability and many years of experience to get the best results for our customers and value for money. There is a significant shortage of plumbers in this industry and MN Davis provide for all our plumbing heating and drainage needs. Thanks Alec
  
 
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   Paddy 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great lads. From start to finish of job. Very polite and tidy in their work. Definitely recommend.
  
 
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   MICHELLE MOCKLER 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Prompt service very quick to call out ..would highly recommend
  
 
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   Ben Devey 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an extremely positive experience with Davis Drain Services. Within minutes of calling them out of hours, they arrived to our house to clear a blocked septic tank. It was pumped out promptly before returning the following morning to rectify the issue. At all times they made us feel at ease and explained everything to us clearly. While on site they also provided helpful advice on how to rectify heating issues we were having. We would have no hesitation recommending them for both drainage and plumbing works. Thanks to Alec and team.
  
 
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   Lorainne Markey 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Just had Alec out to look at an issue with my boiler. We were without heat and he arrived so quickly after being contacted. He was able to pinpoint the issue straight away and had it fixed in minutes. I also asked advice on an issue with my drains that I have been encountering for a few years and he was able to give me advice on how fix it. Thank you Alec, I am very grateful for all you help.
  
 
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   Alison Joyce 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent company to deal with very professional service. A number of options offered along with a clear indication of the costs involved were hugely helpful.
  
 
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   Alan Wolfe 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service, fast call out lovely team

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How We Decide Which Repair You Need

The pipe decides the repair, and you see it before we quote.

Clear the line first

Nothing can be assessed through standing water and debris, so the run is cleared before the camera goes in.

Survey & locate the damage

The camera records the fault, its condition and how far along the pipe it sits, so the dig is never a guess.

Match the method

A crack takes a patch. A worn run takes a liner. A collapse takes excavation. The footage decides which.

Quote before anything starts

You get the recommendation & price upfront, with no work until you agree.

24/7 Emergency Hotline (01) 849 1706

What a Drain Repair Costs in Dublin

There is no flat rate, because the price follows the repair and the repair follows the pipe. The figures below are typical Irish market ranges. Your own price comes after the survey.

Patch repair

A single crack or displaced joint sealed from inside the pipe, through the manhole. No excavation.

Typically €350 to €700 per patch

Pipe relining

A continuous liner through a worn or rooted length of pipe, sealing the whole run from the inside.

Typically €120 to €250 per metre

Excavation

Digging down to a collapsed length, replacing the pipe and rebuilding manholes where needed.

Typically €300 to €600 per metre

Root cutting

Specialist cutting gear clears root growth from pipework up to eight inches, before any lining goes in.

Priced On survey per visit

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Will Your Insurance Cover Drain Repair?

Drain damage is covered by a lot of home insurance policies in Ireland, and most people never check. Here is the general picture, though every policy is different.

Often covered

Usually not covered

Read your own policy before assuming either way. Insurers usually want dated footage and a written report showing the defect and its position, which is exactly what our survey gives you.

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Drain Repair Questions, Answered

The things people ask us before booking a repair.

How much does a drain repair cost in Ireland?

Typical Irish market ranges are €350 to €700 for a single patch repair, €120 to €250 per metre for relining, and €300 to €600 per metre for excavation. Root cutting is priced per visit. These are guide figures rather than a quote, since the price depends on the length of pipe, its depth and what sits above it. We survey first, then price the job.

How long does drain relining last?

Resin lining systems are designed to a 50-year life under the European standard BS EN 13566-4, and industry data puts well-installed liners in the 30 to 60 year range. A liner installed in a structurally sound pipe lasts far longer than one fitted into a run that is already failing.

Can a cracked drain be repaired without digging up the garden?

Usually, yes. Patching and relining are carried out through an existing manhole, so lawns, driveways and paving stay where they are. Excavation is kept for pipes that have collapsed too far to hold a liner.

How do I know which drain repair I need?

A camera survey answers it. The footage shows whether the pipe still holds its shape, how long the damaged section is and what caused the damage. A crack takes a patch, a worn or rooted run takes a liner, and a collapse takes excavation.

What is the difference between drain relining and excavation?

Relining repairs the pipe from the inside, through the manhole, with no surface disturbance and usually in one visit. Excavation removes and replaces the pipe, which costs more, takes longer and disturbs the ground above.

Will a repaired drain block again?

Not from the same cause, if the repair dealt with it. Most repeat blockages happen because a defect was never found in the first place, so the line was cleared and the crack, root or dropped section stayed exactly where it was.

Get a Quote for Your CCTV Drain Survey

Describe the problem and we’ll come back with what the repair involves and what it costs. If you already have a survey report, send that instead.

Get a free quote

We come back with a date and a price, usually the same day.

24/7 Emergency Hotline (01) 849 1706