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Drain Services in Artane, East Wall & North Dublin City
Drainage for homes and businesses in Artane, Cabra, Clontarf, Coolock, Drumcondra, East Wall, Fairview, Glasnevin, Phibsborough and Stoneybatter. Tell us what's happening and we will get the right drainage contractor to you.
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[Drainage Services] in North Dublin City
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Homes in North Dublin City and what that means for drainage
A mix of Victorian and Edwardian red-brick terraces around Phibsborough, Stoneybatter, Drumcondra, Fairview and East Wall, and large 1930s–1950s housing schemes in Cabra, Artane and Coolock. Clontarf adds bigger period and mid-century family homes along the bay.
Period homes often have old clay or cast-iron drains, sometimes shared with neighbours, which crack and let in roots over time. 1930s–1960s homes commonly have clay pipes with mortar joints, where root intrusion and displaced joints cause repeated blockages.
What to check before you hire a drainage contractor
- Ask for the CCTV survey footage and a written report
- Ask whether relining (no-dig repair) is an option before excavation
- Confirm who is responsible for the section of pipe involved
- Get the price for clearing agreed before the work starts
- For insurance claims, ask for the survey report
Common drainage jobs in North Dublin City
- Drain Unblocking – typical cost €120–€280
- Drain Cleaning – typical cost €150–€350
- Emergency Drain Service – typical cost €180–€400
- Blocked Sewer – typical cost €150–€450 (private)
- CCTV Drain Survey – typical cost €180–€400
- Drain Jetting – typical cost €150–€400
- Collapsed Drain Repair – typical cost €1,500–€6,000 excavation; relining €800–€3,000
- Manhole Repair – typical cost €300–€1,500
- Grease Trap Cleaning – typical cost €150–€500 per service
- Soakaway Repair – typical cost €1,500–€5,000
Larger projects: Drain Relining, Sewer Line Replacement, Pumping Station Installation.
Area by area: drainage in North Dublin City
- Artane (Dublin 5, Dublin City Council): Artane is mostly 1950s and 1960s semi-detached and terraced family housing, much of it built as local authority schemes and since extended.
- Cabra (Dublin 7, Dublin City Council): Cabra has large 1930s–1950s housing schemes of terraced and semi-detached homes, many now extended to the rear or into the attic.
- Clontarf (Dublin 3, Dublin City Council): Clontarf runs along Dublin Bay, with Victorian and Edwardian homes near the seafront and larger 1930s–1950s family houses further inland.
- Coolock (Dublin 5 / 17, Dublin City Council): Coolock is largely 1960s and 1970s estate housing, with some newer infill apartments and townhouses.
- Drumcondra (Dublin 9, Dublin City Council): Drumcondra is known for Victorian and Edwardian red-brick terraces, plus 1920s–1930s homes on quieter roads towards Griffith Avenue.
- East Wall (Dublin 3, Dublin City Council): East Wall has compact Victorian and early 20th-century terraced cottages close to the docklands, along with newer apartment blocks.
- Fairview (Dublin 3, Dublin City Council): Fairview has red-brick terraces and period homes near Fairview Park, alongside apartments on the main roads.
- Glasnevin (Dublin 9 / 11, Dublin City Council): Glasnevin mixes Victorian and Edwardian homes near the Botanic Gardens with 1930s–1950s semi-detached houses and newer apartments.
- Phibsborough (Dublin 7, Dublin City Council): Phibsborough is dense with Victorian and Edwardian red-brick terraces, many split into flats or recently restored as family homes.
- Stoneybatter (Dublin 7, Dublin City Council): Stoneybatter is a tight grid of small Victorian artisan cottages and terraces, where access and space are often limited.
Other districts: Dublin North Coast, North County Dublin, Dublin 15, West Dublin & Leixlip, South West Dublin, South Dublin City, Dún Laoghaire & South Coast, Stillorgan, Sandyford & Foxrock.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you cover Artane, Cabra, Clontarf, Coolock, Drumcondra, East Wall, Fairview, Glasnevin, Phibsborough and Stoneybatter?
Yes. North Dublin City includes Artane, Cabra, Clontarf, Coolock, Drumcondra, East Wall, Fairview, Glasnevin, Phibsborough and Stoneybatter. If you are just outside these areas, get in touch anyway.
What drainage issues are common in North Dublin City?
Period homes often have old clay or cast-iron drains, sometimes shared with neighbours, which crack and let in roots over time. 1930s–1960s homes commonly have clay pipes with mortar joints, where root intrusion and displaced joints cause repeated blockages.
Who is responsible for my drains?
Pipes serving only your property within your boundary are usually your responsibility. Public sewers are the responsibility of Uisce Éireann.
Why does my drain smell?
A dried-out trap, a blockage, a damaged pipe or a failed seal. Run water in unused sinks and showers first.
Can tree roots really break drains?
Yes. Roots find their way into joints and cracks and can block or break pipes.
Does home insurance cover drains?
Many policies cover accidental damage to drains. A CCTV survey report usually supports the claim.
How Emergency Trade Works
Emergency Trade connects you with independent, vetted local tradespeople across North Dublin City and the rest of Dublin. Before any work starts, ask for a written quote and check the right registration for the job: RGII for gas work and Safe Electric for electrical work.