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Sewer Unclogging

Unclogging a sewer is an annoying job that requires the right expertise and materials. Time to enlist our help! This way, you'll experience minimal inconvenience and worry-free service. Our technicians are available for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year. Our goal is to restore your home and work comfort as quickly as possible. With service branches throughout the country, we are always close by. Make an appointment by phone or online and hand over your sewer problem worry-free. For sewer unclogging, choose the friendly technicians of RBNL. They are guaranteed to unclog your sewer and will only leave when the job is done. Before you know it, your sewer will be unclogged, and all unpleasant odors will be gone!

How do you recognize a sewer blockage?

There are various signs that indicate a sewer blockage. Strange noises coming from the drain, a sewer smell in the house, or wastewater that doesn't drain properly are all signs by which you can recognize a sewer blockage. Are you dealing with a clogged sewer and want to unclog it? Then immediately choose to call a sewer expert. That will save you a lot of time, frustration, and effort. Call our certified technicians and let RBNL unclog your sewer. You can rely on our unconditional service and warranty. Because we manage the entire process ourselves, from quotation to installation and customer service, you have only one point of contact. This way, you can expect smooth communication, and we can act quickly. Is there another problem? We can find that out through sewer inspection. Is the sewer damaged? Then we can help with sewer renovation or install a new sewer.

Causes of a clogged sewer

Do you want to unclog the sewer? Then it's useful to know what caused the sewer to become blocked. A clogged sewer can have various causes. Possible causes of a clogged sewer are:

Blockages

Objects that accidentally end up in the sewer can cause a blockage. Examples include a complete toilet roll, a mobile phone, and children's toys. These types of objects are regularly found in sewer pipes when clearing blockages.

Using too much toilet paper

Using too much toilet paper can also cause a blockage. Large wads of paper prevent water from flowing through properly, leading to blockages.

Incorrect use of the drain

Many blockages are also caused by incorrect use of the drain. Large amounts of food scraps and grease are flushed down the sewer daily. The sewer is, of course, not designed for this, and it can result in a clogged drain.

Problems in the sewer pipes

A shifted or broken sewer pipe can also be a cause of a sewer blockage. This can happen when tree roots pierce a sewer pipe. Ground subsidence can also lead to a shifted sewer pipe, causing a blockage.

Has your sewer become blocked and you want to clear it? You can count on us. Make an appointment by phone or online, and our friendly technicians will clear your sewer quickly and neatly, ensuring minimal inconvenience from your sewer problem.

Unclogging the sewer yourself or calling a specialist?

When a sewer is blocked, the blockage is often deep within the drainage system. Clearing a sewer yourself is often too complex, and there's a high chance you could damage the drainage system. Additionally, clearing the sewer takes a considerable amount of time, especially if you don't know the exact cause of the blockage or don't have the right equipment at home. Our technicians are always available and, as experienced sewer experts, will clear the sewer safely, professionally, and responsibly.

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Cost of sewer unclogging

Transparency and customer satisfaction are of paramount importance to us. That's why we are also transparent when it comes to the cost of unclogging a toilet, and we will only leave when the problem is completely and satisfactorily resolved. We work with fixed prices. Surcharges apply for unusual working hours. See below for the working hours and the rates and surcharges that apply to the mentioned working hours:

Local blockages

Toilet, shower, sink, drain, basin, washing machine

Unclogging the main line

Unclogging using high pressure + camera inspection

Sewer inspection with camera

Checking for problems such as leaks or cracks

Smoke detection for sewer system

Tracing the cause of sewer odor

Smoke detection & camera inspection

Mapping the piping system using smoke detection and camera inspection

€165 incl. VAT

€296 incl. VAT

€180 incl. VAT

€180 incl. VAT

€220 incl. VAT

Fixed rate, no hourly fee

3 months warranty

No call-out charges

Fixed rate, no hourly fee

3 months warranty

No call-out charges

For unusual working hours, surcharges apply. See here the working hours and the rates and surcharges that apply to the mentioned working hours:

Surcharges

On the following days, normal rates apply:

– weekdays from 08:00 to 18:00

On the following days, a 50% surcharge applies:

– weekdays from 18:00 to 00:00

– Saturday from 08:00 to 18:00

On the following days, a 100% surcharge applies:

– all days from 00:00 to 08:00

– Saturday from 18:00 to 00:00

– Sundays and public holidays

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Unclogging the sewer yourself

Do you want to clear the sewer yourself? There's a good chance the blockage is too deep, and you'll need an experienced plumber, but for small blockages, there are a few steps you can take to clear the drainage system yourself:

Clearing a sewer with hot water and baking soda

For small or minor blockages, you can pour hot water and baking soda down the drain. Baking soda is a natural cleaning salt that can loosen and dissolve caked-on residue inside the drain. This can help prevent a developing blockage.

Clearing a sewer with vinegar

You can also try slowly pouring a mixture of baking soda and vinegar (because the mixture fizzes) down the drain to free the sewer from limescale deposits. Water contains limescale particles, which remain in the sewer and accumulate over time. You can prevent this by regularly using vinegar.

Unscrewing and cleaning the siphon

Some superficial blockages are located just behind the siphon. You can attempt to clear the sewer by unscrewing the siphon at the drain where water is not draining or draining slowly, and cleaning it with water and baking soda. Then, reattach the siphon to the drain and check if the blockage has been resolved.

Be careful with tools

Some superficial blockages can be resolved using tools like a plunger and a drain snake. However, incorrect use can worsen the blockage or even puncture the pipe. Therefore, be very careful when using these tools, or immediately call in the help of a sewer specialist.

If you haven't managed to clear the sewer yourself and want to call a plumber, we recommend contacting a specialist directly. Make an appointment via our website or call us, and our technicians will be on their way to you as soon as possible. They will clear your sewer safely, responsibly, and effectively!

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Your home or work comfort is our priority!

As sewer experts, we provide a wide range of sewer services. You can call on our help not only for clearing sewers. You can also count on us for toilet unblocking, shower unblocking, drain unblocking, and other unblocking services. When you choose RBNL's service, you are assured of:

Fast service. Call today = helped the same day
Fixed and transparent rates, so no additional costs
Certified professionals
 3-month warranty

Whatever sewer problem you have, we will solve it for you. Our technicians will only leave once your sewer problem is completely and satisfactorily resolved. No matter how long the job takes, we won't leave until you are satisfied and worry-free. You've also come to the right place for (periodic) sewer cleaning or professional sewer management. Therefore, let RBNL clear your sewer and experience the quality of our service for yourself!

Tips to prevent a clogged sewer

RBNL is here for you. Your satisfaction is our goal. That's why we're not only here to clear sewers, but we also gladly help you prevent blockages. Below, we give you 5 tips to prevent a blocked sewer:

  1. Flush your sewer every month with baking soda and vinegar. This preventive action ensures that limescale and grease don't get the chance to build up inside the drain or drainage system.   
  2. Install drain strainers throughout your home. This prevents small food particles from entering the sewer system, which helps avoid blockages.
  3. Regularly clear your gutters of leaves, twigs, bird feathers, and sand. This is particularly important in autumn, as these natural debris can lead to stubborn blockages in the sewer system. 
  4. Do not flush sanitary pads, tampons, or wet wipes down the toilet. These products do not break down naturally and can easily get caught in your sewer pipes, leading to blockages. 
  5. Only use drains for their intended purpose. Avoid pouring grease or food scraps down your sink or toilet. Doing so will almost certainly lead to a sewer blockage over time.   


Couldn't prevent a blockage after all? Then quickly call RBNL's skilled technicians. You benefit from unconditional service, the use of our own skilled professionals and equipment, fixed costs, and a 3-month warranty on the sewage service we provide! Whether you ask us to unclog the sewer in Almere, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, or another location: our plumbers are ready to help! Let the sewer specialist clear your drain, and before you know it, your sewer will be working perfectly again. You can find more information about our services on our website.