Issues

Do you have a blockage or are your drains or sewers flooded? If you are experiencing a wastewater emergency call us now on 1800 278 278.

Flooding

Flooding can be a very stressful and upsetting experience. At Uisce Éireann, we work very hard to prevent flooding. However, there are many reasons why flooding can occur that are beyond our control. See what can cause it or contact us to report a flood.

What to do about a flood

Blockages

Blocked drains can cause flooding and damage to your home. Spot the signs and find out if you have an internal or external issue, and see who is responsible for clearing them.

Learn about blockages

Sewer and drain flooding

Has your property been flooded by a public sewer? Please call Uisce Éireann immediately on 1800 278 278.

What to do about sewer and drain flooding

Prevent blocked drains

Think Before Your Pour

When fats, oils and greases (FOGs) are hot and in liquid form, they pour easily down the kitchen sink. However, when they cool they form solid masses which can cause serious pipe blockages and sewer flooding, resulting in property damage and harm to the environment.

Think Before You Flush

Every day thousands of unsuitable items are flushed down the toilet instead of being put in the bin. This creates problems to the plumbing in our homes, our neighbour's homes, our wastewater network and our marine environment.

Who is responsible for these issues?

Uisce Éireann has sole responsibility for the cleaning and maintenance of the public sewer network. Householders and property owners are responsible for their internal plumbing and the private side pipework leading up to the sewer mains.