Storms pose some potential threats to properties, but it’s not just the obvious signs you should look out for.
Why Check Your Drains After a Storm?
After storms have battered the UK, as they so often do, you should be aware that they can bring destruction underground as well as above. Wind and rain combined can bring about new problems or exacerbate underlying issues, leaving you with compromised drains that can be a risk to your health.
For instance, fallen branches can leave debris in gutters and pipes, while high winds can damage already loose equipment.
Signs That Something May Be Amiss
You may notice small signs that your drains are compromised, like gutters appearing overfull, water gushing over the rim of gutters, debris in pipes, water pooling or not draining as it should and, both internally and externally, damp patches on your walls or ceiling, and much more.
How Best to Deal with Drains Following a Storm
If you want peace of mind that your drainage system is working as it should, whether after a storm or any other day, then you can call on a professional to carry out a CCTV drain survey Birmingham. Companies such as wilkinson-env.co.uk/drainage-services-cctv-surveys-midlands/cctv-drain-surveys/birmingham, for example, can carry out investigations and come up with solutions to fix any issues.
It may only be a case of simple fixes, but it’s always best to address drainage faults as soon as they occur so they don’t become worse and cost you a lot more money down the line.
