Promoting Preventative Measures – Efficiency in Action
The most efficient drainage system isn’t the one that looks the newest – it’s the one that’s maintained before anything breaks.
At ASL Limited we’ve learned that preventative maintenance is more powerful than emergency response.
A well-timed service, a quick CCTV survey, or a short jet-wash flush can save hours of disruption and thousands of pounds in future repairs.
The Power of Regular Maintenance
Every drain system – from a domestic kitchen pipe to a commercial soakaway – slowly collects grease, silt and waste. Left alone, that build-up reduces the pipe’s flow rate until it blocks entirely. Once that happens, you’re forced into reactive mode: engineers on site, costs rising by the hour.
Regular maintenance changes that story.
When our Guildford tanker and jetter team attend a property every six months to flush the lines and inspect the system, they remove the material before it hardens into a blockage. Customers notice the difference – no odours, no backups, no stress.
From Effort to Efficiency
Preventative care isn’t just maintenance – it’s optimisation.
A well-kept drainage network allows every connected appliance to work better: dishwashers drain faster, showers flow steadier, treatment plants process more effectively.
That’s why our engineers call it efficiency in action.
They can see through the camera lens what most people never notice – smooth pipe walls that allow water to travel freely, free from obstruction.
A Simple Routine for Homeowners
- Quarterly Visual Check – lift the external gully cover and look for standing water.
- Six-Month Flush – book a professional jet wash to clear grease and silt.
- Annual CCTV Survey – catch cracks and root intrusion early.
- Keep Fat Out – wipe plates before washing and avoid pouring oils down the sink.
Small habits, big savings.
Why Businesses Benefit Even More
Commercial premises – restaurants, schools, and care homes – see the greatest returns.
A scheduled maintenance plan prevents closure days and protects public health. One client in Guildford saved over £7,000 in a year by swapping from reactive call-outs to planned visits.
As the case study in our next blog shows (It Started with an Alarm – Lower Bourne, Farnham), ignoring a simple warning led to an overflow and environmental risk that could have been avoided with one preventative inspection.
Drainage Health Is a Shared Responsibility
Local authority systems rely on households and businesses doing their part.
Fat, wipes, and debris don’t just block a single pipe – they travel downstream and affect neighbours and public sewers. Preventative care protects the whole community.
That’s why we promote education as much as maintenance. Our teams advise customers on how to spot early warning signs and report issues before they escalate.
Case Point – Guildford Driveway (Jetter and Tanker in Action)
During a routine preventative visit in Worplesdon, our engineers found a section of pipe showing early root growth. Because the client had scheduled maintenance, we cut and cleaned the roots the same day – no digging, no downtime.
This one simple service extended the life of the pipe by years and avoided what would have been a major reactive repair.
Linking Forward
Preventative maintenance is about planning ahead – and so is our content.
If you missed the first part of this series, read Preventative Maintenance vs Reactive Maintenance.
And to see how these principles work in real life, continue to It Started with an Alarm – Lower Bourne, Farnham.
ASL Limited – Your Local Experts
We cover Guildford, Worplesdon, Cranleigh, Haslemere and the surrounding areas for both domestic and commercial maintenance.
Call ASL Limited today to discuss a maintenance plan that will take a load off in more ways than one – 0800 181 684 or email info@asllimited.co.uk
