Blocked Drains Banbury
Unblocking and repairing drains for homes and businesses in Banbury and across Oxfordshire, with fast response and local expertise.
❄️ Blocked Drain, Toilet, Sink, Bath or Shower? GET 15% OFF YOUR BILL* — Winter Offer
*Only applicable if mentioned at time of booking / discount off labour rate only
Trusted by Leading Businesses
Our Key Services
Cherwell Drains offers emergency unblocking, CCTV surveys, drain repairs, and septic tank solutions for homeowners and businesses throughout the Oxfordshire area.
Emergency Unblocking
Rapid response for blocked toilets, sinks or drains—day or night, anywhere in Oxfordshire. Our engineers clear blockages with specialist equipment.
Learn More →
CCTV Surveys
CCTV drain surveys identify the cause of persistent blockages or leaks using high-definition camera systems, ideal for property buyers and existing homeowners.
Learn More →
Drain Repairs
Drain repairs from patching and relining through to excavation if needed, with written guarantees on all repair work across domestic and commercial properties.
Learn More →Septic Tanks
Septic tank services help when you’re not on mains drainage, including inspections, maintenance, and blocked outlet pipes—for rural homes and small businesses.
Learn More →Why Choose Cherwell Drains?
24/7 Emergency Service
Our 24/7 emergency cover means an engineer can be sent any time, including weekends and bank holidays, for drain blockages or flooding.
No Call-Out Charge
You pay no call-out charge, so you only pay for the work done at your property—whether it’s a blocked gulley, toilet, or surface water drain.
1 Hour Response Time
We work to a 1-hour response target for emergency jobs in Banbury or the surrounding area, reaching you as soon as we can.
Fully Insured & Qualified
All our engineers are fully insured and certified, with practical experience of all drain types found in Oxfordshire homes and businesses.
Guarantees On Repair Works
Written guarantees come with all repair work, whether it’s a drain patch, relining, or a complete excavation and replacement.
Local Engineers
Based near Banbury, our team are familiar with the drainage systems and property layouts across Oxfordshire towns and villages.
Accredited & Certified
Trusted by industry bodies and certified to the highest standards
NADC
National Association of Drainage Contractors
CHAS
Contractors Health & Safety Assessment Scheme
Safecontractor
Health & Safety Pre-Qualification
ICO
Information Commissioner's Office
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about our drainage services
If it’s safe, try to keep children and pets away from the affected area. Avoid flushing toilets or running taps to prevent further flooding. Our engineer will bring all equipment needed.
Responsibility for shared drains and public sewers in Banbury or nearby villages often lies with the local water authority. We can advise if your problem is on your property or falls under their remit.
Yes, Cherwell Drains covers septic tanks as well as conventional drains. We help with blockages, overflows, and outlet pipes for properties in rural Oxfordshire not connected to main sewers.
Drain lining repairs many damaged pipes without excavation and is less disruptive to gardens or driveways. In some cases, where pipes have collapsed or are badly misaligned, traditional excavation may still be needed.
We cover Banbury, Bicester, Kidlington, Adderbury, Bloxham, Deddington, Bodicote, Cropredy, Hook Norton, Fritwell, Launton, Ambrosden, Yarnton, Begbroke, Islip, and Kings Sutton.
A small camera is inserted into your drains, sending real-time images to our engineer. It’s useful for persistent problems, property purchases, or finding the cause of surface water flooding.
Areas We Cover
Our engineers travel to properties in Banbury and throughout Oxfordshire, including these towns and villages:
Don't see your area? Call us — we may still be able to help!