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[Drainage Services] in Dublin
Our vetted local tradespeople cover Dublin, ready to get your issue assessed and resolved as quickly as possible.
- Covering 65 areas across 9 Dublin districts
- A price guide for every job
- What to check before you hire
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How drainage jobs should be done
Drainage problems usually show up as slow sinks, bad smells or water backing up, but the cause can be anywhere along the pipe. A blocked drain can often be cleared the same day; repeated blockages usually point to damage like root intrusion, cracked pipes or a collapse, which a CCTV survey will show. Responsibility matters: pipes serving only your property within your boundary are yours, while public sewers belong to Uisce Éireann.
What usually affects the price:
- Location and depth of the blockage or damage
- Equipment needed (rods, jetting, CCTV)
- Excavation versus no-dig relining
- Access, such as under driveways or extensions
- Out-of-hours call-outs
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
Drainage services and typical prices
- 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 – No-dig repair of cracked or damaged drains with a resin liner. (€800–€4,000)
- Sewer Line Replacement – Replacing a failed private sewer or drain run. (€3,000–€12,000)
- Pumping Station Installation – A sewage or surface water pumping station where gravity drainage isn't possible. (€5,000–€12,000)
See the full Drainage cost guide for how prices are worked out.
Drainage across Dublin's 9 districts
Choose your district for local information and the areas included.
| District | Areas covered |
|---|---|
| North Dublin City | Artane, Cabra, Clontarf, Coolock, Drumcondra, East Wall, Fairview, Glasnevin, Phibsborough, Stoneybatter |
| Dublin North Coast | Raheny, Baldoyle, Donaghmede, Howth, Sutton, Portmarnock, Malahide |
| North County Dublin | Swords, Lusk, Rush, Skerries |
| Dublin 15 | Blanchardstown, Castleknock, Mulhuddart, Ongar, Hansfield, Ashtown |
| West Dublin & Leixlip | Chapelizod, Palmerstown, Lucan, Leixlip, Adamstown, Clondalkin |
| South West Dublin | Tallaght, Citywest, Firhouse, Knocklyon, Ballyboden, Templeogue, Walkinstown, Kimmage, Rathfarnham, Terenure |
| South Dublin City | Ballsbridge, Donnybrook, Sandymount, Ranelagh, Rathgar, Harold's Cross, Churchtown, Dundrum |
| Dún Laoghaire & South Coast | Blackrock, Booterstown, Monkstown, Dún Laoghaire, Dalkey, Killiney |
| Stillorgan, Sandyford & Foxrock | Mount Merrion, Stillorgan, Goatstown, Sandyford, Cherrywood, Cabinteely, Foxrock, Deansgrange |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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 much does a drainage contractor cost in Dublin?
It depends on the job. Our drainage cost guide lists typical Dublin prices for each service, from €120–€280 for drain unblocking upwards.
Which areas do you cover?
All 65 areas across Dublin's nine districts: North Dublin City, Dublin North Coast, North County Dublin, Dublin 15, West Dublin & Leixlip, South West Dublin, South Dublin City, Dún Laoghaire & South Coast, Stillorgan, Sandyford & Foxrock.
How Emergency Trade Works
Emergency Trade connects you with independent, vetted local tradespeople across Dublin 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.