Community protection Drainage and sewage
Drainage and sewage problems fall into two categories: drains and sewers
- Drains carry surface water and sewage from one property, and will generally be the responsibility of the home owner to maintain
- Sewers carry surface water and sewage from more than one property, and will generally be maintained by the water and sewerage companies covering England and Wales, such as Severn Trent, United Utilities or Welsh Water.
If you've been flooded, you can find advice in our FAQ section
General advice
Drainage and sewage pollution advice, including flood damage and overflowing drains.
What can I do?
What steps can you take if you are being affected by an issue with a neighbour's drain.
What can the council do?
How can Shropshire council help you if you're being affected by an issue with a neighbour's drain?
Taking your own action
Legal advice options if you're being affected by an issue with a neighbour's drain.
Drainage FAQs
Frequently asked questions on drainage and sewage pollution.