What’s the difference between Plumbing & Drainage?

A pipe has broken, water is running somewhere it shouldn’t – but who do you call? Is this plumbing or drainage? The difference between the two has long been a source of confusion. In our industry it pays to know

Dealing with Damp: Common Causes and Solutions

Damp is a surprisingly common issue and can be caused by various factors which can often go unnoticed. According to a recent report published by Shelter and British Gas, approximately 61% of Britain’s nine million renters have suffered from damp

Frequently Asked Questions – answers to the most common plumbing questions

At Blockbusters we often get asked the same questions from our customers, these range from questions about drainage maintenance issues to the average costs for plumbing call outs. This is the first in a series of blogs to answer all

How to Unblock a Saniflo Toilet and Other Common Problems Explained

Saniflo systems enable you to install a toilet in almost any room of a building where there is access to a waste disposal pipe. The intuitive design of the Saniflo means that the built-in macerator grinds up solid waste into

The Most Common Macerator Toilet Problems and How to Fix Them

Macerator toilets remove waste when it is flushed from below the drainage line. They are quiet and powerful toilet systems, but, as with any other toilet, problems can sometimes occur.  If you have a macerator toilet in your home, it