Drain Unblocking Cost (UK)
Indicative price ranges, cost drivers, and when professional help is usually needed.
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Typical UK price ranges
- Simple unblock (rodding/plunge): £80–£150
- Jetting required: £150–£250
- Survey + unblock package: £250–£400+
Cost drivers
- Severity and location of blockage
- Access (internal stacks vs external gullies)
- Need for jetting or CCTV survey
- Evening/weekend or emergency callouts
DIY vs professional
- DIY tools: plungers, basic rods — fine for minor local clogs
- Professionals: pressurised jetting, cutters, CCTV — needed for persistent, deep, or severe blockages
Related:
Drain Jetting