Plumber
Drains Ahead Ltd
Trust score
79out of 100
Rating5.0★
Review volume563
Source diversity1 source
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Verified drain / sewer clearance in Croydon.
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What customers say
5.0out of 5
Highlights
"Very impressed with the amazing service from Drains Ahead Ltd. Initial response was quick (even though it was a weekend) and communication was clear and efficient. I needed them to clear a blocked waste-water drain, which they did quickly, efficiently and tidily. Kieron from Drains Ahead (who fixed the issue) was brilliant - friendly, helpful and very thorough. Extremely impressed with the service received and would definitely use them again, as and when required."
"Have used Dave of Drains Ahead many times over the years & has never let me down. Always prompt & efficient & will remain my go to guy for drain clearances & drain survey"
"Saturday afternoon just gone I realised the drain at the back of the house from the toilet was blocked Called this firm they were so helpful and the manager arranged for someone to come to my house in less than an hour. It was unblocked and sorted very efficiently and quickly"
Detailed reviews
Very impressed with the amazing service from Drains Ahead Ltd. Initial response was quick (even though it was a weekend) and communication was clear and efficient. I needed them to clear a blocked waste-water drain, which they did quickly, efficiently and tidily. Kieron from Drains Ahead (who fixed the issue) was brilliant - friendly, helpful and very thorough. Extremely impressed with the service received and would definitely use them again, as and when required.
Have used Dave of Drains Ahead many times over the years & has never let me down. Always prompt & efficient & will remain my go to guy for drain clearances & drain survey
Saturday afternoon just gone I realised the drain at the back of the house from the toilet was blocked Called this firm they were so helpful and the manager arranged for someone to come to my house in less than an hour. It was unblocked and sorted very efficiently and quickly
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Local context
Rated 5.0★ — in line with the local average for plumbers in Croydon
Across 107 rated plumbers in Croydon, the typical rating is 4.9★. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
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✓Review volume: 563
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