Clear the roots and assess the cause
Entry points located
We use camera inspection to find where roots have entered the drain.
Suitable removal methods
We consider mechanical cutting or jetting for accessible root growth.
Repair options explained
We assess the damaged opening that could allow roots to return.
Clear intrusive growth and trapped waste
Tree roots can enter a drain through a crack, gap or displaced joint where moisture is available. Once inside, the growth catches paper, waste and debris, gradually narrowing the route until blockages keep returning. We can use CCTV inspection to identify the entry point, see how far the roots extend and assess the pipe around them. Depending on the condition and access, we may use mechanical cutting or appropriate jetting to remove root material and restore a route through the drain. For properties in Ferryhill, we approach root removal as both a clearance job and an opportunity to understand why the growth entered.
Deal with the damaged entry point afterwards
Removing roots restores access, but it does not seal the opening they used. If a crack or joint gap remains, new growth may enter and begin trapping waste again. After clearance, we assess the surrounding pipe and explain whether a local repair, internal relining or replacement would reduce the chance of regrowth. The right option depends on the defect, the remaining pipe integrity and access to the damaged section. Where repair cannot take place immediately, we can still explain the condition found and the practical next step, so you are not left treating recurring blockage symptoms without a plan.
Frequently asked questions
How do tree roots get inside a drain?
Roots usually enter through existing cracks, open joints or displaced connections where moisture escapes. They do not need a large opening. Once inside, they branch through the pipe and catch waste, which can cause increasingly frequent blockages.
How do you find and remove drain roots?
We can use CCTV to locate the growth and inspect the surrounding pipe. Mechanical cutting or suitable jetting may then clear the root material. The chosen method depends on access, pipe condition and how extensive the obstruction has become.
Will roots return after they are removed?
They can return if the entry point remains open. After removal, we assess the crack, gap or displaced joint and may recommend repair, relining or replacement. Addressing the defect gives a more complete response than repeated cutting alone.