Blocked or broken drains rarely give warning before they cause damage. By the time water backs up or your garden floods, the cost of repairs is already rising. The truth is, most major drainage problems could have been avoided with simple seasonal checks.
DMI Draincare & Groundworks has helped hundreds of Yorkshire homeowners prevent emergencies with smart, affordable maintenance. If you want to protect your home and avoid expensive repair bills, a few minutes of seasonal upkeep could save you thousands.
Why Drains Need Seasonal Attention
Your drainage system is exposed to the weather 365 days a year. Rain, frost, heat, leaves, and shifting soil all take their toll. Without regular maintenance, your drains slowly clog or break down until a full failure occurs.
Problems we commonly see include:
- Root intrusion in spring and summer
- Blocked gullies from autumn leaves
- Frozen, cracked pipes in winter
- Sludge and silt build-up year-round
And when a pipe cracks or collapses, it often causes hidden water leaks, property damp, or garden sinkholes. Prevention really is the best cure.
What Seasonal Drain Maintenance Looks Like
Spring
- Inspect all garden gullies and surface drains
- Check for tree roots entering pipe joints
- Book a CCTV drain survey if foul smells persist
Summer
- Clear blocked patio or driveway drains
- Make sure soakaways still function in dry conditions
- Schedule preventative cleaning before autumn
Autumn
- Clear leaves from gutters and gullies weekly
- Check ACO channels on patios and drives
- Empty outdoor traps and remove silt build-up
Winter
- Insulate exposed pipes if frost is likely
- Inspect for pooling water or frozen gullies
- Watch for signs of a collapsed drain
A small amount of effort each season helps you avoid full drain repairs, or worse, emergency excavation.
When to Call in the Professionals
If you spot:
- Persistent slow drainage
- Bad odours near drains
- Water pooling around your garden or driveway
- Strange gurgling sounds
…then it’s time to act before the issue gets worse. Our emergency drainage services cover all of Yorkshire and we’re available for out-of-hours calls.
We’re local to Selby, Goole, York, and across East and North Yorkshire.
Why Clients Trust DMI
We don’t just unblock drains. We work with clients to maintain systems long-term. With 5-star reviews and decades of experience, we know how to spot problems early, recommend the right solution, and give clear quotes.
Our full services include:
- Routine drain maintenance
- Pumping stations and sewage systems
- Soakaways & land drains
- Garden drainage solutions
- Unblocking in specific towns
Ready to Book a Check?
Drain issues rarely fix themselves, but they’re easy to prevent if caught early. Let’s take a look before something goes wrong.
Call Us:
Office – 01757 429296
Out of Hours – 07947978854
Email Us:
info@dmidraincareandgroundworks.co.uk
FAQ: Seasonal Drain Maintenance
1. How often should drains be checked?
We recommend a basic inspection every season and a CCTV survey every 1–2 years for older systems.
2. Can I do this myself?
Some surface checks, like leaf clearing, are easy. But internal blockages, tree roots or collapsed pipes need professional help.
3. What areas do you cover?
We serve towns across Yorkshire including Knaresborough, Harrogate, Scarborough, Beverley and more.
