Now Drainage was called out to a property in Southampton after the customer noticed water backing up around the kitchen gully.
Kitchen gullies handle wastewater from sinks, appliances and pipework. When they block, water can overflow outside the property and create foul smells, standing water and hygiene issues.
The Problem – Blocked Kitchen Gully
On arrival, the gully was holding dirty water and waste build-up. The pipework was not draining correctly, which meant wastewater had nowhere to go.
The blockage was likely caused by a build-up of:
• Grease and fat from kitchen waste
• Food debris
• Soap residue
• Silt and outside debris
• General waste collecting in the gully
Southampton is also known for hard water, and hard water can contribute to limescale build-up over time.
Southern Water provides a postcode-based water hardness checker and advice on avoiding limescale, which is useful for properties across the region.
High-Pressure Water Jetting Used
We used high-pressure water jetting to clear the blocked kitchen gully and restore flow through the drainage system.
This method is effective because it:
• Breaks down grease and waste build-up
• Flushes debris through the pipework
• Clears the gully without excavation
• Restores normal drainage quickly
High-pressure jetting is often the best option for kitchen gully blockages because grease and food waste can stick to the inside of the pipework.
Restoring Flow to the Drainage System
Once the blockage was cleared, the gully was tested to make sure water was flowing away correctly.
The before photos show standing water and waste around the gully. After jetting, the chamber and pipework were clear, reducing the risk of the issue returning straight away.
Common Signs of a Blocked Kitchen Gully
A blocked kitchen gully can cause:
• Water backing up outside
• Bad smells near the kitchen wall
• Slow draining sinks
• Gurgling noises from pipework
• Overflowing external drains
If left untreated, a blocked gully can lead to damp around the property, foul water overflow and more serious drainage problems.
Drain Unblocking Southampton
Now Drainage provides drain unblocking in Southampton, Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch and across Hampshire and Dorset.
Our drainage services include:
• Blocked kitchen gullies
• External drain unblocking
• High-pressure water jetting
• CCTV drain surveys
• Drain repairs and relining
• Emergency drainage call-outs
Need a Blocked Gully Cleared in Southampton?
If your kitchen gully is blocked or water is backing up outside your property, contact Now Drainage.
Call 0800 001 6568 for fast drain unblocking in Southampton with no call out fees.
