Maintain Drains

15/05/2026

Bournemouth’s Hidden Drainage Network: How Sewers, Pumping Stations and Sea Outfalls Work Along the South Coast.

Most of us never think about what happens after we flush the toilet or when rainwater disappears down a road drain.
But in Bournemouth, the drainage network is surprisingly interesting. From clifftop homes and seafront businesses to pumping stations, storm tanks, chines and sea outfalls, there is a lot going on beneath the town to keep everything moving.
We’ve written a local guide explaining how Bournemouth’s hidden drainage and sewer systems work, including why pumping stations are needed, what beach outfalls actually do, and why heavy rain can affect water quality along the coast.

Bournemouth is known for its beaches, cliffs, chines and sea views, but beneath the town is a busy drainage network that most people only think about when

19/04/2026

Great to see this in full swing 🌱

We were glad to support Cornerstone Patch with a small contribution towards compost this season. It’s a brilliant local project and the work the volunteers put in really shows.

Spaces like this don’t just grow food, they bring people together and give something back to the community, which is something we’re always keen to support where we can.

If anyone local has a bit of spare time or wants to get involved, definitely worth reaching out to them.

🌸 It’s been a busy and beautiful start to spring in the garden 🌱

👩‍🌾 Huge thanks to our amazing volunteers who give their time, energy, and care to keep everything growing — we couldn’t do it without you!

🌱 We’re also so grateful to those supporting us in other ways. A special shoutout to for their generous donation, which has funded our compost and is helping us continue another year of sowing and growing for the community

🌿 If you’d like to support the garden — whether through time, donations, or resources — we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch! 💫

05/04/2026

Wishing you a Happy Easter from all of us at Maintain Drains.

While you’re enjoying the break, the last thing you want is a blocked drain but if anything does pop up, our team is ready to get it sorted.

Enjoy the Easter break 🐣

05/03/2026

📚 WORLD BOOK DAY GIVEAWAY 📚

It’s World Book Day today, so we thought we’d celebrate with some essential reading.

We’ve got FIVE copies of the brilliant search book “Where’s the Poo?” to give away.

Think Where’s Wally… but with a subject we know a thing or two about.

To enter the giveaway:

👍 Give our page a like
🔁 Share this post
⭐ If you’re one of our customers, leave us a 5 star Google review

We’ll pick 5 winners at random and send the books out.

After nearly 20 years in the drainage world, finding poo in unusual places is pretty much a professional skill at this point.

Happy World Book Day from the team at Maintain Drains 📖💩

Maintain Drains are your go-to source for drain unblocking in Bournemouth, Poole, Dorset, and the surrounding areas. We operate 24/7 and can offer emergency drain repairs, drain unblocking and expert drain services.

07/02/2026

These images show the scale of flooding seen across Dorset over the last few weeks.
A combination of prolonged rainfall, saturated ground, rising water levels and overwhelmed drainage left areas affected that have never flooded before.

06/02/2026

💧Report groundwater flooding in Dorset.

Groundwater levels are still high following higher than average rainfall totals in January. If you're experiencing groundwater flooding, reporting it helps your local council understand the scale of the problem and respond effectively.

Report groundwater flooding to your local council:

➡ Dorset: https://floodreport.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/

Other contacts:
🛣 Flooded motorways – report to National Highways: https://report.nationalhighways.co.uk/

🚽 Sewage problems – high groundwater can cause backups and overflows. Contact Wessex Water: https://www.wessexwater.co.uk/your-wastewater/sewer-flooding

🏠 Your property – protecting your home from groundwater flooding is your responsibility. Consider sandbags, flood barriers and pumps, and check your insurance covers groundwater flooding.

🚨 Emergencies – call 999 if there is a risk to life.

🚙 Stay safe – avoid walking or driving through floodwater.

✅ Check for flooding in your area: https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/

01/02/2026

⚠️ Groundwater flooding: who to contact in Dorset and Wiltshire

With groundwater levels at record highs following Storm Chandra, here's who to contact if you're affected:

🏠Your property: Protecting your home from groundwater flooding is your responsibility as the property owner. Consider sandbags, flood barriers and pumps. Check your insurance policy covers groundwater flooding.

🛣 Roads and highways: Report flooded motorways to https://report.nationalhighways.co.uk/

🚽 Sewage problems: High groundwater can cause sewage backups and overflows. Contact Wessex Water if you experience sewage issues https://www.wessexwater.co.uk/your-wastewater/sewer-flooding

💧 Use the Flood Online Reporting Tool (FORT) to report groundwater flooding to your local council: https://floodreport.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/ or https://my.wiltshire.gov.uk/flooding

🚨 Emergencies: Call 999 if there is a risk to life.

🚙 Stay safe – avoid walking or driving through floodwater.

✅ Check for flooding in your area: https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/

29/01/2026

We are currently supporting a multi-agency response following flooding at a caravan site in the Thornicombe area, where a number of residents have had to be evacuated.

Our team is on site providing above-ground pumping and tankering services to help reduce water levels, support the ongoing evacuation efforts, and minimise property damage.

29/01/2026

Winter weather can be tough on your drains.

Fallen leaves, debris, and heavy rain can quickly build up and lead to slow drainage or blockages.

If you’re noticing water backing up, bad smells, or overflowing gullies, it’s best to get it sorted early before it turns into a bigger problem.

Our team is on hand to keep things flowing through the colder months.

📞 01202 300040

26/01/2026

Planning a home extension?

Before you dig, it’s important to know exactly where your drains run.

Drain mapping shows the location and direction of underground pipework, helping you avoid costly surprises, delays, or damage once work starts.

It’s a simple step that can save a lot of stress later on.

If you’re extending, building, or redesigning your property, we can help.

📞 01202 300040