Drains and sewers
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Several different groups are responsible for looking after different parts of the drains and sewers system.
If you own your own home, you are responsible for the drainange under your house and up to the point where it meets the public sewer. This means that if there is a blockage in this part of the drain, it is up to you to get it cleared.
If you don't take proper action to clear it, and it becomes a problem, we have legal powers to make sure the drain is cleared and and we'll charge you for the cost of carrying out the work.
The storm drains and road drainage are the responsibility of Northamptonshire County Council's Highways department. To report any problems contact Street doctor on:
Telephone: 0845 6011113
Email streetdoctor@northamptonshire.gov.uk
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The local water authority is responsible for for the main sewers which are usually under the road.
Download our leaflet on drains and sewers (pdf). Information on what should and shouldn't be put in a drain can be found here.
For more information on drainage issues contact us on
Telephone: 01327 322323
Email pshousing@southnorthants.gov.uk