# The Drain Experts (Southern) Ltd The Drain Experts (Southern) Ltd is a plumber in Fordingbridge. Rated 5.0/5 from 437 public reviews across 1 review source. This is the MyTrustedTraders public-evidence profile for this trader, with independent reviews, credentials and registry data from named public sources, no ads, and no paid placement. Trust Score: 72 out of 100 (strong track record). The score rests on rated 5.0 from 437 reviews. 3 reviews in the last 12 months. ## About Drain / sewer clearance in Fordingbridge, Hampshire. ## Public review evidence (by source) | Source | Average rating | Reviews | | --- | --- | --- | | Checkatrade | No rating shown | 437 | Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for plumbers in Fordingbridge. Across 13 plumbers in Fordingbridge, the typical rating is 5.0 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally. Most recent review: 6 months ago. ## What customers consistently praise _Themes mentioned across this trader's own public reviews:_ - Quality of work (mentioned in 60% of reviews we've read) - Fast & efficient (mentioned in 40% of reviews we've read) - Friendly & polite (mentioned in 40% of reviews we've read) - Punctual (mentioned in 40% of reviews we've read) ## In customers' own words _Verbatim quotes from this trader's public reviews, each attributed to its source:_ > "First class service from Neil and Alfie - problem was quickly diagnosed and resolved. Minimum disruption and mess and everything cleaned and tidied as if they had never been there. Each stage of the process and problems shared with me and explained so complete transparency throughout. Neil was 2 minutes under the time he quoted me for - that is how well these guys know what they are doing ! Honestly I was dreading the whole process but you can absolutely trust this company to fix your problem. Well done on an outstanding professional service. Thank you" > Source: Anonymous (5.0, via Checkatrade) > "My en-suite shower has occasionally been spilling over the tray to the floor for a while. I regularly remove hair from the drainage plug but today the plug was completely blocked. I knew it was time to call the experts. I found these 'Experts' on Checkatrade. I'm very glad I did. I was lucky as they were in the area and Neil and Alfie fixed the job within the hours charge. It was hair, many years of hair. Nice guys, respected my home. Highly recommend them." > Source: Anonymous (5.0, via Checkatrade) > "Great work guys! John and Cam showed up on time and got cracking. Very polite, very helpful. Not a quick job, left the toilets spotless afterwards. Would use these guys again should a problem arise. Thanks again" > Source: Anonymous (5.0, via Checkatrade) ## Trades Plumber ## Services they list _Listed on public sources or the business's own website; check directly that they cover your job before you book:_ - 24 Hour Drain Clearance - Blocked Drains - CCTV Surveys for Drains - Drain Installation - Drain Repair - Drainage Investigation - Septic Tank Emptying - Septic Tank Installation - Sewage Pump Installation - Soakaway Clearance - Waste Water Treatment Plant Installations ## Areas covered _Towns and areas this trader lists serving. This is their own stated coverage, so confirm they cover your exact address before you book:_ - Fordingbridge - Hampshire ## What we checked, and when _What MyTrustedTraders independently checked for this business (verified items only):_ - Review volume: MyTrustedTraders shows 437 public reviews on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing) - Public listing spread: MyTrustedTraders shows 1 public listing for this trader. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing) - Business identity: MyTrustedTraders shows public business identity data for company number 10002620 with operating status active. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing) - Contact phone: MyTrustedTraders shows a public phone contact on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing) Full verification checklist: https://mytrustedtraders.com/traders/the-drain-experts-southern-ltd/checks ## Credentials & sources - Credentials shown: 0 - Companies House status: Active - Licensed goods-vehicle operator (DVSA) (current Traffic Commissioners licence matched to the company's Companies House number) - Run by 2 directors; the longest-serving current director was appointed in 2016 (Companies House officers) - Evidence held from: Checkatrade - Check dates vary by source. Where we hold a date, the check shows it. ## Before you hire a plumber _What to check when choosing this kind of trade (general guidance, not a claim about this business):_ - Agree the call-out fee, the hourly or fixed rate, and whether parts are charged on top, in writing, before an emergency plumber starts. Out-of-hours overcharging and 'while I'm here' add-ons are common complaints. - 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. - Gas and boiler work is a separate, regulated trade, not general plumbing. Make sure anyone working on a gas appliance is specifically registered to do gas work, and ask to see that registration before they start. - For the water-regulations side of plumbing, a WaterSafe-approved plumber is vetted, qualified to the water regulations and insured. You can check yours or find one free at watersafe.org.uk. - Look for consistent reviews across several named sources, not one polished profile. ## Contact - Phone: 07426 317857 --- Source: MyTrustedTraders, https://mytrustedtraders.com/traders/the-drain-experts-southern-ltd Real public evidence only: every figure traces to its named source. The evidence for this business comes from a single public source, so it is not yet cross-checked against a second. If a source does not carry a field, it is not shown.