Metro Rod eases pressure on drains during COVID-19 crisis

Metro Rod has urged people to think about what they’re putting down their drains.

As many people are staying in and using antibacterial wipes to clean their homes, the pressure on our drainage systems is growing. Not only are we using our toilets and sinks more frequently, but we’re flushing higher numbers of wipes and other cleaning products down our drains than we normally would. All these factors increase the likelihood of our drains becoming blocked.

Metro Rod has urged people not to flush anything other than loo roll down the toilet. Wet wipes, sanitary towels and toilet paper alternatives should always be put in the bin. Even ‘flushable’ wipes shouldn’t be dropped in the loo; although they appear to get flushed away, they don’t disintegrate fast enough to avoid blockages.

The drainage franchise has also encouraged people to avoid disposing of waste oils and fats in the sink. Whatever you do, they will solidify and contribute to giant ‘fatbergs’ clogging up your drains or the sewers, so you should always scrape food waste into the bin.

If you do discover a blockage, however, Metro Rod and Metro Plumb can lend a helping hand. These two fantastic drainage businesses know just how stressful plumbing issues can be, particularly at a time of crisis. So, they’re reminding people of their fast and reliable service.

Metro Rod and Metro Plumb have a team of over 400 fully-qualified and DBS-checked engineers operating from almost 50 locations across the UK. All employees carry a self-declaration card explaining they haven’t been in contact with anyone infected with coronavirus and are not experiencing any of the symptoms.

Drainage and plumbing services are charged at a fixed cost of £75 +VAT. This covers two hours of work, but in the unlikely event of it taking longer, you’ll be charged an extra £30 per hour. To organise an appointment, call 0800 68 88 00 and quote MRP. You’ll immediately be passed to one of Metro Rod’s engineers, who will arrange your booking.