October 21, 2020
Spooky Sewer Nightmares to Avoid this Halloween!
Pumpkin carving is a great tradition at this time of year, but beware! Whilst enjoying this activity you could be causing a real life nightmare this Halloween... a drain disaster!
Read More...September 23, 2020
What is Pre-Planned and Preventative Maintenance?
Whilst many businesses across the UK rely on Pre-Planned Maintenance (also commonly referred to as Planned Preventative Maintenance) to ensure their drainage systems keep running smoothly, a lot of companies are still in the dark about what the service is and unclear as to why it is so important.
Read More...July 28, 2020
Maintain Your Septic Tank With Microbes
Discover the power of bacteria and the magical effect enzymes produced by microbes can have on the healthy running of your septic tank!
Read More...June 24, 2020
Hot Weather Playing Havoc With Your Drains?
As the warm summer months arrive and things begin to get hot, our home drainage system is one of the last things on our mind. Make yourself aware of these potential summer drain issues before they strike.
Read More...June 10, 2020
Preventing Commercial Drain Blockages
Blockages are one of the most common causes of commercial drainage problems, but with the appropriate preventative drain maintenance and by following some drain care best practice in your business, costly and time consuming problems can often be avoided altogether.
Read More...May 15, 2020
Caring For Your Septic Tank
Buried out of sight underground, without odour, and quiet, septic tanks can easily be forgotten about, but it's important to remember how to maintain them.
Read More...April 8, 2020
The Risks of Flushing Toilet Roll Alternatives
In 2019, Northumbria Water reported that two thirds of the 15,600 blockages they cleared were caused by wet wipes and considering recent events the problem is set to intensify.
Read More...March 10, 2020
Drain Patch Repairs Explained
Patch repairs, also referred to as drain relining, are an increasingly popular and very effective way of repairing damaged drainpipes.
Read More...March 10, 2020
Septic Tank 2020 Upgrade Deadline Extension
The 1 January 2020 deadline set by the Government for ensuring septic tanks that met certain criteria were upgraded to modern sewage treatment plants has now been extended for a further 12 months.
Read More...January 20, 2020
Maintain Your Drains for a Successful House Sale
Moving house doesn't always go to plan and in the worst cases can prove to be very costly, but a proactive approach will help you avoid some common mistakes.
Read More...January 2, 2020
New Year’s Drain Resolutions!
You might have already taken some time to think about your New Year’s resolutions. Traditionally people choose to improve themselves, but this year why not make your New Year’s resolution to keep not just yourself healthy but also your drains!
Read More...December 15, 2019
We're Here for Christmas Emergencies
We're open every day except Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Day, so get in touch if you need our emergency drain unblocking service.
Read More...November 15, 2019
Case Study: Septic Tank Installation November 2019
Another great septic tank installation for the TWC Drain Care team!
Read More...November 8, 2019
What To Do with a Blocked Toilet
If your toilet isn't draining, here are some tips on how to safely unblock it at a time of the year when blockages become commonplace.
Read More...October 15, 2019
Case Study: Septic Tank Installation
Another great septic tank installation for the TWC Drain Care team (and a nice new road sign!)
Read More...October 11, 2019
Avoid Drain and Washroom Horrors this Halloween
Chilly nights and frosty mornings can play havoc with drains that aren’t being properly maintained, posing the threat of anything from standing water and foul odours, to cracks, blockages and leaks that can cause severe damage to your home or business.
Read More...September 9, 2019
Is Your Home’s Sewage Treatment Plant Compliant?
You only have until 1st January 2020 to ensure that your home's sewage treatment plant complies with new regulations.
Read More...August 12, 2019
Summer is the Perfect Time for Preventative Drain Care
Take time this Summer to look after your drainage and enjoy a stress-free and disaster-free Winter with complete peace of mind.
Read More...July 3, 2019
Essential Commercial Drainage Services
Having a drainage emergency in your house is one thing – having a drainage emergency in or around a commercial property is another, especially if the premises are accessible to the public.
Read More...June 19, 2019
Case Study: Sewage Treatment Plant Installation
Despite a week of heavy rain, the TWC Drain Care team have successfully completed another sewage treatment plant installation for a very happy customer.
Read More...June 13, 2019
Eradicate Foul Odours Coming From Your Drains
Offensive smells emanating from drainage systems is a common problem for homes and businesses. When a drain starts to smell bad, the unpleasant odour can quickly fill a room and anyone entering that room is sure to know about it!
Read More...May 10, 2019
How to Unclog a Blocked Sink
A blocked sink in your kitchen or bathroom is no laughing matter. One minute the water is draining a bit slower than usual, the next minute there is water flooding over the sink and onto your floor and your thoughts turn to fearing how much this is all going to cost to rectify.
Read More...April 10, 2019
January 2020: Sewage Treatment Plant Upgrade Deadline
There is less than a year to go until the deadline for upgrading your ‘existing discharge’ septic tank, so if you’ve got an out-of-date septic tank on your property it’s time to act and get your system upgraded.
Read More...March 15, 2019
World Water Day, 22nd March 2019 - Leaving No One Behind
Support us in raising awareness of the water crisis billions of people are living through.
Read More...March 12, 2019
Extend the Life of Your Sewage Treatment Plant
Whether you’ve lived in a property with a septic tank sewage system your whole life, or just had one installed for the first time, there are lots of measures you can take to extend the life of your septic tank and soakaway.
Read More...February 4, 2019
Home Buyer CCTV Drain Surveys Explained
If you’re moving home and looking to purchase a new property, make sure a drain survey report forms part of your pre-purchase checks alongside your building survey and other similar due diligence.
Read More...January 3, 2019
Plan Your Drain Maintenance in 2019
If you’ve ever made a New Year’s resolution, you’ll know the hard part is keeping them! That’s never truer than when it comes to resolutions for your business. So why not make things easier in 2019 by ensuring your drains are one less thing you need to worry about?
Read More...December 12, 2018
Save the Children Fundraising
TWC Facilities Ltd will be taking part in the Save the Children Christmas Jumper Day on Friday 14th December.
Read More...December 3, 2018
Essential Winter Care for Your Gutters
As the seasons change so do the conditions your property's guttering system must endure and perform in to serve their function and keep your property dry and structurally sound. Check out our essential Winter care advice.
Read More...November 13, 2018
Bin It, Don't Flush It!
Join the national campaign to reduce blockages and protect our environment.
Read More...November 5, 2018
Preventing Winter Drainage Problems
When it comes to looking after your drains and avoiding pipe problems over the cold Winter months, the adage ‘prevention is cheaper than the cure’ has never been more fitting.
Read More...November 5, 2018
TWC Drain Care Turns One!
It is 1 year ago that TWC Facilities Ltd launched its TWC Drain Care business and in that short space of time it has gone from strength to strength.
Read More...October 8, 2018
Charity Fundraising Hits £13,000
TWC has raised a staggering £13,000 so far in support of 'Multiple Systems Atrophy' charity.
Read More...October 3, 2018
Are Liquid Drain Cleaners Damaging Your Drains?
At some point in time we’re all likely to have used a liquid drain cleaner to clear a blockage in a drain or pipe, but are they doing more harm than good?
Read More...August 30, 2018
Martin Williams Runs Middlesbrough 10k
Join us in wishing TWC managing director Martin Williams good luck for his upcoming race on Sunday 2nd September.
Read More...August 30, 2018
Drain Cleaning Myths Busted
There are a lot of myths about plumbing and drains. Non-more common than myths around drain cleaning. When it comes to plumbing repair, it’s important to make sure that you have accurate and correct information. Improper drain cleaning can turn a small problem into a nightmare if not carried out correctly.
Read More...August 2, 2018
Plumbing Tips to Help You Avoid Disaster
Plumbing disasters are never fun, and they always seem to have the worst timing. You never really know when a plumbing disaster will strike, but fortunately there are little things you can do to keep plumbing problems at bay.
Read More...July 23, 2018
Team Day Friday 6th July
TWC Facilities Ltd Team Day at 'The Camp Hill Estate' in Bedale
Read More...June 29, 2018
Lyke Wake Walk Success!
Congratulations to all staff, friends and family members for completing the Lyke Wake Walk in support of MSA Trust on Saturday 9th June 2018.
Read More...April 30, 2018
Home Maintenance: The Benefits of Regular Drain Cleaning
Staying on top of your home maintenance can help keep your home in tip top shape and help prevent unexpected breakdowns and repairs. While not all home repairs can be prevented, many of them can with a regular service plan.
Read More...January 4, 2018
Blocked Drains: Causes and Prevention
Blocked drains can be a nuisance, but if caught and dealt with early on they are relatively easy to fix and you might be able to avoid more serious leaks, overflows or electrical damage which can sometimes occur.
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