“I'm so pleased we had a personal recommendation to contact Desi at DCL. He is very knowledgable and I felt reassured from the start that he wouldn't rest until he'd found the cause of our drainage issue, where water was backing up into the sink, especially when the previous company we called to investigate had given up without determining the cause. Desi carried out a thorough investigation with CCTV, plumbers dye and thermal imaging. He kept me informed throughout, showed me the images on screen and was clear on the plan to resolve this. He was also such a lovely person to deal with.”
Public evidence profile
D C L Drains & Plumbing Services
Trust Score
68out of 100
- Rated 4.9 from 1,024 reviews
- 3 reviews in the last 12 months
How this score is worked out
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume1,024
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say55.6 of 60
Independent checks7 of 30
Track record5 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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Reviews · public evidence
What customers say
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4.9out of 5
Customers often mention
Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade1,024 reviews
Highlights
“Excellent experience, very happy, the job required some design due to the required location of the dishwasher, and a very practical solution was reached, and the installation was efficient and at the agreed cost. I would certainly recommend and use again.”
“The work was carried out very promptly and efficiently. Cameron was very professional.”
Detailed reviews
These are the individual reviews we hold for D C L Drains & Plumbing Services, including the highlights above. The 1,024 headline total is the review volume reported across public review sources.
I'm so pleased we had a personal recommendation to contact Desi at DCL. He is very knowledgable and I felt reassured from the start that he wouldn't rest until he'd found the cause of our drainage issue, where water was backing up into the sink, especially when the previous company we called to investigate had given up without determining the cause. Desi carried out a thorough investigation with CCTV, plumbers dye and thermal imaging. He kept me informed throughout, showed me the images on screen and was clear on the plan to resolve this. He was also such a lovely person to deal with.
Excellent experience, very happy, the job required some design due to the required location of the dishwasher, and a very practical solution was reached, and the installation was efficient and at the agreed cost. I would certainly recommend and use again.
The work was carried out very promptly and efficiently. Cameron was very professional.
Local context
Rated 4.9, in line with the local average for plumbers in Farnborough
Across 28 plumbers in Farnborough, the typical rating is 5.0 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 6 customer reviews on Checkatrade.
“the installation was efficient and at the agreed cost.” · Checkatrade, 17 Feb 2026
“The work was carried out very promptly and efficiently.” · Checkatrade, 13 Feb 2026
“the installation was efficient and at the agreed cost.” · Checkatrade, 17 Feb 2001
“He is very knowledgable and I felt reassured from the start that he wouldn't rest until he'd found the cause of our drainage issue” · Checkatrade, 3 Mar 2026
“He is very knowledgable and I felt reassured from the start that he wouldn't rest until he'd found the cause of our drainage issue” · Checkatrade, 3 Mar 2001
“He kept me informed throughout, showed me the images on screen and was clear on the plan to resolve this.” · Checkatrade, 3 Mar 2026
“He kept me informed throughout, showed me the images on screen and was clear on the plan to resolve this.” · Checkatrade, 3 Mar 2001
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About
Drain / sewer clearance in Farnborough, Hampshire.
Services they list
24 Hour Drain ClearanceBathroom & Kitchen PlumbingBlocked BathsBlocked DrainsBlocked SinksBlocked ToiletsCCTV Surveys for DrainsDrain InstallationDrain ReliningDrain RepairDrainage InvestigationGeneral Plumbing
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Areas served
FarnboroughHampshire
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Recently reviewed3 reviews in the last 12 months.
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Be wary of a plumber who, on a first visit, says your whole system or boiler must be replaced. Get a second opinion and an itemised quote (parts and labour separately) before agreeing to major work.
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Common questions about D C L Drains & Plumbing Services
Is D C L Drains & Plumbing Services a legitimate business?
D C L Drains & Plumbing Services has 1,024 independent public reviews, rated 4.9 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 D C L Drains & Plumbing Services?
D C L Drains & Plumbing Services has 1,024 public reviews, averaging 4.9 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
How do I know D C L Drains & Plumbing Services' reviews are genuine?
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Has D C L Drains & Plumbing Services had recent public reviews?
D C L Drains & Plumbing Services has 3 public reviews dated within the last 12 months. That shows their review history includes recent feedback; it does not prove current availability, so confirm capacity before hiring.
What does D C L Drains & Plumbing Services specialise in?
D C L Drains & Plumbing Services lists specialist services including 24 Hour Drain Clearance, Bathroom & Kitchen Plumbing, Blocked Baths, Blocked Drains, Blocked Sinks, Blocked Toilets. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.