There are few things more stressful for a Guildford homeowner or business owner than the sudden realization that your drains are blocked. Whether it’s a kitchen sink refusing to empty before a dinner party or a foul smell wafting up from the garden, a blocked drain is an inconvenience that can quickly turn into a disaster.
| Service | Approximate cost (excl. VAT) | |---------|------------------------------| | Call-out fee (out of hours) | £80 – £150 | | Standard unblock (1 hour) | £120 – £200 | | High-pressure jetting | £150 – £280 | | CCTV survey (emergency basis) | £180 – £350 | | Root cutting/removal | £200 – £450 | | Weekend / bank holiday surcharge | +30–50% |
When water has nowhere to go, it backs up. And unfortunately, it usually happens at the worst possible time—late at night, on a weekend, or just as you’re heading out the door.
Report compiled April 2026 – for informational use. Always verify current pricing and Thames Water’s current responsibility boundaries.