“The guys were polite and professional, They took the time to explain what they were doing at each stage, which I appreciated. The work was completed to a high standard, and they made sure everything was tidied up before they left. I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing drainage work done.”
Public evidence profile
A1 UK Drains Ltd
Review quality
No reviews in 12 months
Trust Score
56out of 100
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume149
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say43.9 of 60
Independent checks7 of 30
Track record4.8 of 10
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- Licences and credentials0 of 8.3
- Ways to reach them7 of 8.3
- Reviewed on more than one site0 of 6.2
- Registered company details0 of 4.1
- Photos of their work0 of 2.1
- Industry recognition0 of 1
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What customers say
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5.0out of 5
Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade149 reviews · 5.0 avg
Highlights
“Impressed from start to finish. I rang as a new customer, the person on the phone took my details and told me when I would hear from the owner about the requested work. I was ring back the next day(with an apology that it had not been the previous evening!). The work was booked in for the following day(as not an emergency) everything explained about pricing, when it would happen etc etc. Rung on the same day to say they could come that afternoon, which was a bonus. The work was carried out quickly and efficiently, also with a small discount as for my mum in her 90s. Highly highly recommended.”
“After calling A1 to clear blockage in the drain it was found there werent any drains. A1 agreed to install 2 new soakaways and work was started immediately and completed in the alloted time We are very happy with completed job. Workers were very hard working and thorough.”
Detailed reviews
These are the individual reviews we hold for A1 UK Drains Ltd, including the highlights above. The 149 headline total is the review volume reported across public review sources.
The guys were polite and professional, They took the time to explain what they were doing at each stage, which I appreciated. The work was completed to a high standard, and they made sure everything was tidied up before they left. I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing drainage work done.
Impressed from start to finish. I rang as a new customer, the person on the phone took my details and told me when I would hear from the owner about the requested work. I was ring back the next day(with an apology that it had not been the previous evening!). The work was booked in for the following day(as not an emergency) everything explained about pricing, when it would happen etc etc. Rung on the same day to say they could come that afternoon, which was a bonus. The work was carried out quickly and efficiently, also with a small discount as for my mum in her 90s. Highly highly recommended.
After calling A1 to clear blockage in the drain it was found there werent any drains. A1 agreed to install 2 new soakaways and work was started immediately and completed in the alloted time We are very happy with completed job. Workers were very hard working and thorough.
Local context
Rated 5.0, above the local average for plumbers in Wokingham
Across 27 plumbers in Wokingham, the typical rating is 4.8 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
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What customers consistently say
Recurring themes from 3 customer reviews on Checkatrade.
“The work was completed to a high standard” · Checkatrade, 5 Jun 2025
“Workers were very hard working and thorough.” · Checkatrade, 21 Jan 2025
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About
Drain / sewer clearance in Wokingham, Berkshire.
Services they list
24 Hour Drain ClearanceBlocked DrainsCCTV Surveys for DrainsDrain InstallationDrain ReliningDrain RepairDrainage InvestigationSeptic Tank EmptyingSeptic Tank InstallationSeptic Tank RepairSewage Pump InstallationSewage Pump Maintenance
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Areas served
BerkshireWokingham
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Common questions about A1 UK Drains Ltd
Is A1 UK Drains Ltd a legitimate business?
A1 UK Drains Ltd has 149 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5. This is independent public evidence gathered from named public sources (no ads, no paid placement), not a guarantee of workmanship. If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.
What do customers say about A1 UK Drains Ltd?
A1 UK Drains Ltd has 149 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
How do I know A1 UK Drains Ltd's reviews are genuine?
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What does A1 UK Drains Ltd specialise in?
A1 UK Drains Ltd lists specialist services including 24 Hour Drain Clearance, Blocked Drains, CCTV Surveys for Drains, Drain Installation, Drain Relining, Drain Repair. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.