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Which Trusted trader

Jimmy Bailey — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 10:22:40 +0000

DT Facilities is Accredited as a ‘Which? Trusted Trader’

DT Facilities are delighted to announce that we have been awarded accreditation from the renowned Which? Magazine as a Which? Trusted Trader. Yes folks, this is good news, not only for us, but also for YOU, the consumer. DT Facilities cover plumbing, heating, drainage and pest control and are already known for our commitment to excellence when it comes to our customers, but it is satisfying all around to have this extra endorsement of our reliable, honest integrity, giving you, the customer complete peace of mind.

What does it mean to be a Which? Trusted Trader?

It means that DT Facilities have undergone a rigorous assessment process to receive this endorsement and gain association with the Which? brand. This gives you, the customer increased confidence in our brand. Which? Trusted Trader, left no stone unturned when inspecting our business to see if we are qualified to be approved by them, from examination of various job’s to checking our standard of work, suppliers and qualifications (making sure they are reputable and up-to-date). We have always had excellent customer service, but this is an added confirmation of our standards, helping our customers to feel safe and have peace of mind in the knowledge that they will continue to receive excellent work in the future. DT Facilities four main trades are :- Plumbing (burst pipes etc.) Heating (unvented heating systems, replacements and instalments) Drainage (jetting, lining, CCTV, repairs, excavation) Pest Control (Bed bugs, mice, fleas, rats, wasps) We also specialise in:- Drain jetting Drain lining Drain CCTV Oil boilers LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) Drain repairs Drain excavation Dealing with tree roots in the drains Drain descaling You might only have one problem from the list above or many of them. Please feel assured that we can deal with the above and many more for an affordable price. DT Facilities Kent have always been honest, open and reliable with our customers, but below are just a few reasons why the Which? Trusted Trader organisation found us reputable enough to endorse us. We are sincere, ethical and honest We value our customers We are courteous and have integrity We never try a hard sell or mislead the customer We never use aggressive sales tactics We are prompt and reliable We comply with the latest up-to-date health and safety requirements We try to cause as little interruption to your life and your neighbours lives as possible, without reducing our first rate standard of work We always leave your property clean and tidy We have good communication skills with the customer throughout, making sure they know exactly what is going on We are a professional Which? Trusted Trader endorsed company, but we still haven’t lost our human touch. We know how stressful these things can be! Who to trust and where to start? Be assured, you have found the right place. Please contact us on FREEPHONE 0800 0 787 789 Or click on the ‘contact us’ link and we will get back to you ASAP

Plumbers in Maidstone | Plumbing

Jimmy Bailey — Mon, 30 Jun 2014 14:58:41 +0000

Plumbers in Maidstone

Plumbers in Maidstone

Emergency plumbers If you need an emergency plumber and live in Kent then Plumbers in Maidstone are the guys for you. Is there a rat stuck in your S-bend? Did your teenage son break the bathroom sink completely off the wall, because he wanted to look in the mirror while lifting weights, only for the inevitable to happen? The furthest thing from our minds is the plumbing and heating system, until it fails us. This may be the first time you have searched online for a plumber, because it’s the first time your system has gone wrong. We would like to reassure you that you’ve found the right place, as we never profess to do something that we can not live up to. Plumbers in Maidstone strive to bring you a prompt reliable service whether it is an emergency or not. We will be on your doorstep before you have had time to even put the phone down. We offer every aspect of a plumbing and heating service, from boiler installations to blocked toilets. All of our engineers are not only qualified, but are trained regularly to keep up to date with any latest trends regarding health & safety etc. as we want only the best for our customers. No job is too small for our Plumbers in Maidstone Don’t feel that you can’t call us for a little job, as no job is too small. Have you noticed that the boiler always decides to stop working at the most inconvenient time? Life can be stressful enough without our heating system making it even more so. Let us take the hassle from you. Keep our phone number handy on the fridge so you don’t have to be hunting around when you have a radiator leak, or its the middle of winter and you’re freezing. 24/7 – 365 a year Plumbers in Maidstone have been looking after the residents of Kent for many years now and our reputation precedes us. We should be your first choice when it comes to all your plumbing and heating solutions. So call us right away. There is always somebody on standby for you, whatever time of day or night, 365 days a year. As much as we move along with our ever changing world, our core values remain the same. The customer is always right. That is a good motto that we like to stick to. We want you, the customer, to feel secure when you decide to hire us. We will leave no stone unturned enabling you to sleep well at night. Carbon Monoxide Poisoning There is nothing more frightening than the worry of a carbon monoxide leak especially since it doesn’t have an odour.

Who is at risk from CO poisoning?

All of us. That is, every living breathing thing that is in your home, including your pets.

Symptoms of CO poisoning?

Headaches

Dizziness

Weakness

Nausea

Vomiting

Chest pain

Confusion

These symptoms can be misdiagnosed with a number of other illnesses. That’s why CO poisoning is so dangerous, and high levels of CO inhalation can cause loss of consciousness or even death.

How can I prevent CO poisoning?

Yearly checks

You have heard of the old saying ‘prevention is better than cure’. It couldn’t be more true in the case of CO poisoning. You need to have your heating system checked by a qualified engineer at least once a year.

Be careful when camping

Never use portable flameless chemical heaters indoors. Just because these heaters have no flame, they still burn gas and can cause a build up of CO in the home or caravan.

CO detector

Install a CO detector and remember to change the battery frequently. Set a date when you do it, every autumn or spring, preferably twice a year. Ask one of our engineers and they will be able to provide one for you.

Odours

If you smell any odours, call a qualified engineer. Although CO has no odour, you may have another defect and this could also mean that your appliance may be giving off CO. Plumbers in Maidstone not only work locally, but we provide an excellent affordable service all over Kent. We do not charge for travelling to and from your home. All of our engineers are gas safe registered, LPG & oftec qualified.

If you need Plumbers in Maidstone call us today

Maidstone Pest Control

Jimmy Bailey — Thu, 20 Mar 2014 21:34:24 +0000

Maidstone Pest Control

The Norway Rat (Rattus Noregicus)

Maidstone Pest Control would like to introduce you to the Rattus Norwegicus, more commonly known as the Norway or Brown Rat. This intelligent rodent can be found in most parts of the world and has a lifespan of around eighteen months. Identifying the Brown Rat The Norway or Brown Rat is covered in shaggy brown or grey fur and is roughly forty centimetres in length, (including its tail). Maidstone pest control encourage you not to be fooled by its cute appearance as these rodents have been the scourge of many farmlands and town houses alike for centuries, causing disease and mayhem wherever they go. However, this does not prevent some people keeping them as pets and kept domestically they can live up to three or four years old. The Mating Habits of the Brown Rat The Brown Rat is sexually mature at three to four months with a gestation period of twenty four days. The females can mate up to five hundred times in her life as she is on heat all year round, producing litter up to fifteen times a year. They have a high breeding rate and can procreate up to two thousand descendants in just one year, having six to twelve pups per litter. She begins her menopause at around eighteen months of age but can still conceive, although her litter will decrease, she will still continue keeping Kent Pest Control quite busy. What Do Brown Rats Eat? Rats have sharp incisors that wear out rapidly at the rear, causing the front edge of them to be razor sharp. Their teeth continue growing about twelve centimetres a year, and it is for this reason that they are constantly gnawing through anything from brick or wood to electrical wiring. The rat nibbles at plants with his chisel like front teeth that can open the hardest shell or bark. They are scavengers with enormous appetites feeding on fruits, grains and cereals. They gnaw on soap, leather, furs, even wasps and other rodents. Hence, if you leave crumbs on your kitchen floor and there are rats nearby, they will be sure to find them. DT Facilities Kent pest control can help you with your infestation. These rats can consume up to a third of their body weight and eat their own droppings purely for nutritional purposes. The rat’s main consumption is water as like most other mammals they cannot survive without it. They need at least half to one ounce of water a day. Where Does The Brown Rat Like To Live? They tend to burrow underground and live near human habitats in sewers, basements and farmland, also scurrying around rubbish dumps looking for food. They are survivalists and will tread water for three days solid, even withstanding being flushed down the toilet. So rather than flush them down the loo only for them to climb back up it may be wiser to let a company like DT Facilities sort the infestation for you. Like their cousins the mouse and squirrel, they have acute hearing, taste and smell, but unlike mice who nibble all day, the rat tends to eat a big meal all in one sitting. If you have a Rat problem and need a local pest controller, call us today for a no obligation quote. DT Facilities Maidstone Pest control team are specialist on the control of rats mice wasp & squirrels, big enough to care but small enough to cope we have have many clients all over Kent happy to recommend us for pest control services.

Kent Power Flush | Plumbing

Jimmy Bailey — Wed, 12 Mar 2014 18:57:59 +0000

Does your central heating system need to be powerflushed?

Every home has radiators and just like every other appliance they need maintaining from time to time. To make sure your radiators work effectively, and therefore, cost as little as possible to run, they need to be power flushed. Here, we will explore if your radiators need power flushing and more information about the service.

Why might your heating system need a power flush?

If you have started to notice that your radiators are not producing enough heat regardless of the temperature they are set to on the thermostat, then there’s more than likely an issue with a build up of sludge and sediment. If there is too much sludge and sediment in your radiators then the following happens:

Radiators take much longer to heat up.
Multiple ‘cold spots’ appear on the radiators as the sludge and sediment blocks how heat travels through the radiator panels.

That might not sound like too much of an issue, but ineffective radiators mean that the heating has to be on for longer to produce poorer results, and that means your heating bills will go up considerably over time. As well as reducing your heating bills by making your system more effective, power flushing your system will also increase the pump life of your central heating pump and help reduce corrosion. Both will lead to a longer boiler life.

Choosing the right Kent Plumbers for your power flush

At DT Facilities Kent, we have a specialist team of plumbers in Kent specialising in power flushing among other services. Unfortunately, power flushing is not something that you can do without the right specialist equipment and know how. Fortunately, at DT Facilities Kent, we have the experience, equipment, and offer our services for a great price. This is why we are a leading Kent plumbers company.

Drain unblocking in Kent

Jimmy Bailey — Sat, 22 Feb 2014 17:00:05 +0000

One of the most common questions we get asked is what has caused the blockage in my drains?

As drains don’t block for no reason we normally find its down to misuse, by misuse we mean

Wipes
grease
nappies
sanitary towels
condoms
ear buds
cotton face wipes

Then there is the items that are sold in the supermarkets that actually say flushable! The problem is they are not bio degradable, and as they enter the drainage system they do not break up causing all sorts of problems.

Drainage specialist attending blocked drains in Kent, can have trouble clearing blockages caused by the items above, due to the fact that they bunch up into a long sausage in the pipe work making it very difficult to clear.

Then you get accidental damage blockages as listed below.

Root Ingress
Ground Movement
Accidental damage (fence post etc.)
Vehicle pressure (under a drive way)

We get many customers calling us with blocked drains in Kent, and on arrival to a property we always ask “do you have any idea what has caused the problem?”

99% of the time we are told “no idea!”, then on lifting the manhole we see it’s full of wipes or paper hand towels, it’s surprising how many blockages could be avoided if only sewage waste and toilet paper was flushed down the toilets in a property.

After a blockage is cleared is a good idea to have a drainage camera survey to check if there is any lasting damage to the drainage system.

Below you will see how bad a problem can get due to misuse, we were called by a customer who had blocked drains in Kent. On lifting the first manhole chamber the drains under pressure seem to explode all over the garden. The customer had been using baby wipes and had explained that the toilets had been flushing away slowly for a couple of days.

The customer also reported noticing rats at the property, this would have been caused by the sewage attracting the vermin in while the sewage was building up in the system. Once the blockage was cleared we carried out a treatment for rats and the customer has reported back that there has been no signs of rats since our last visit to the property

If you have blocked drains in Kent, call your local drainage specialist DT Facilities for a free no obligation quote

We also cover all the major towns around Kent, Canterbury,Maidstone,Faversham,Dover,Deal,Sittingbourne and all surrounding areas

Kent Plumbers | Plumbing | Heating

Jimmy Bailey — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 22:43:38 +0000

plumbers in Kent

Kent plumbers

offer a number of different services, but there’s no reason for you to know exactly what a plumber can and cannot do, why should you need to know? Therefore, to make things easier, in this guide, we will explore a number of services that our plumbers at DT Facilities Kent can offer you. General plumbing services As you would expect our plumbers offer general plumbing services. This includes:

Repairing – dripping taps, pipes, blocked waste systems, pumps
Installing – pipes, general plumbing equipment
Fixing – leaks, taps, showers

Boiler installation Kent

If your boiler is playing up or clearly needs a repair, then it is best to get something done about it sooner rather than later, and that could mean calling in a specialist plumber. At DT Facilities Kent, our plumbers are Gas safe registered and can even repair and install LPG Oil and natural gas boilers.

boiler installation Specialist

Replacing or removing radiators

Even though this is quite a rare job for us to take on, we have plumbers with plenty of experience when it comes to replacing old radiators or removing them altogether. We offer this service for a great, cost-effective price so you can be sure you are getting good value for money. Home check We have many clients ring us to ask us to come around and complete a home check for them. Our plumbers have plenty of experience with home checks. However, many are sceptical about a home check, but when we carry one out we can find potential issues that if we sort now could save a huge expense soon. The Kent plumbers employed by DT Facilities Kent are specialist, Gas safe registered engineers with a wealth of experience with the above services and many more. Therefore, if you are looking to hire plumbers in Maidstone, make sure you consider DT facilities – no job too big or small.

Plumbers in Kent

Jimmy Bailey — Wed, 19 Feb 2014 20:25:31 +0000

Plumbers in kent

“reliable Plumbing & drainage service”

Why you might need plumbers in Kent Are you fed up of your drainage problem and the inconvenience it creates to either your home life or work environment? Has the unpleasant and stinky atmosphere created by it become too much to handle? Well, do not fear, for DT Facilities Kent is always ready to help you out when it comes to such off-putting drainage related issues. By the quick service we offer and the dedication towards providing a comprehensive solution to your drainage problem we proudly boast one of the best drainage repair and pipe work services in and around Kent. DT Facilities Kent is a highly skilled and experienced team of engineers and plumbers. We endeavor to first investigate and assess the status of the problem and then offer you a free quotation of the work required. After which we revamp your inactive drainage and pipe line to a 100% working condition. Our service includes drain lining and CCTV drain services for leaks, repairs, drain unblocking and homebuyer surveys. All at a cost effective price, we offer full drainage and plumbing services to match any other supply. Through years of experience and practical work within the industry we have discovered that most of the time, blockages in your pipelines and drainage system are due to low maintenance, subsidence ground movement or vehicle pressure, erosion by tree root, rats or old age etc. But without identifying the nature of blockade, it can be difficult to fix the problem and also stop reoccurrences. So, to find and confirm the underlining issues and specific reasons, we use highly advanced and sophisticated technology alongside our advanced techniques. Our Plumbers in Kent can carry out a CCTV drain survey first, which involves moving a small camera through your drains which checks for blockages, rats, failed pitch fiber and structural problems. During this procedure, we identify the damaged areas and source of the problem by observing the footage that is being captured by the camera in the pipelines. At the end of the survey you will receive a full report showing the layout of the system, issues and immediate concerns. Based on that survey report, we recommend you to rectify the problem with the most cost effective and efficient solution. We are renowned as industry experts in drain cleaning, unblocking and jetting. Whether it is excavating work or CCTV surveys we can supply a comprehensive service and give you the ultimate solution. We have all the necessary equipment needed for excavations, including mini diggers. In the case of tree roots breaching or blocking the drain, unlike outdated methods, we cut the roots from the pipe without the need for excavation, by using one of our high-powered mechanical tree root cutting machines. We also offer an extensive range non-dig repair services. We are able to fix both simple and complicated malfunctions. After diagnosing the issue and then depending upon the seriousness of the problem we can fix on site or use advanced lining techniques to repair and seal any cracks as to avoid the risk of failure or further loss of function. DT Facilities Kent is not just another option; it is the solution to your drainage and plumbing problems. We serve a wide range of customers and offer the best service for both commercial and domestic drainage problems across Kent. Our vast knowledge within the industry can also assist you in undergoing a complete assessment of your potential new home or property’s condition, so you can rest assured in full confidence all equipment is safe and in working order. We are an ISO certified company of British Standard through ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 14001, which makes us the reliable source for carrying out drainage repairs or replacement works. Our friendly expert team is available to assist you and provide the perfect solution. So if you are looking for a specialist who can fix your drainage problem permanently, then just pick up your phone and call us now! If you have blocked drains in Kent contact us for your free no obligation quote

Blocked Drains Kent Specialists

Jimmy Bailey — Wed, 19 Feb 2014 20:18:19 +0000

What to do if you have a blocked drain

With the amount of things we wash down our drains without a second thought, it is inevitable that the build-up will cause issues at some point down the line. In many cases, a drain cleaner purchased from a supermarket will suffice, but only for the short-term. Here, we will explore more about what to do if you have a blocked drain. There are various non-professional options that you can explore, from hiring equipment from a tool store to trying to use a plunger to move on whatever is causing a block. However, in the majority of cases, it’s easier and much more time-efficient to call in the professionals. Blocked Drains Kent – calling in the professionals There are many benefits that you do not even think about when choosing a professional to come and unblock your drains. Many times, people automatically rule out professional plumbers in Kent as they feel it will be too expensive, but here’s why this isn’t always the case: 1) Sink un-blockers cost about £5 per use and only temporally fix what is likely to be an on-going issue. If you use one bottle every two months that is £30 you’re spending on drain cleaning products. 2) Taking on the issue yourself will take up your time, more time than it would take a professional. This is time you could be doing other things with. 3) Taking on work by yourself could mean you cause damage to the drain, which may require professional drain repair or another service like drain cleaning. Why should you choose DT Facilities Kent? As leading Kent plumbers, DT Facilities is one of the leading blocked drains Kent specialists. A cost-effective company with over 15 years of experience in this industry, DT Facilities also offers a number of other services as well, which means they can be your home maintenance company in Kent.

Wasp Nest Removal | Kent Pest control

Jimmy Bailey — Mon, 27 Jan 2014 13:47:12 +0000

Wasp Nest Removal Kent

Wasp in their own way believe it or not can actually help us, they do control the numbers of small insects and get rid of dead insects, but they can sting, which is painful and some people can have very bad allergic reactions to them once stung. Wasp habitat Wasp create nests in all sorts of places. In the summer months the most common place is in the loft. Keep an eye out around the guttering and under the tiles for wasps entering the loft space, Also you’ll find them creating a nest in sheds, bushes or just in a hole in a brick wall.

wasp in loft

Wasp and there food Wasp feed on mainly nectar but you will also see them around fruit, other insects or generally round a rubbish bin. The wasp that build the nest known as worker wasps feed on liquid. Young wasp feed on insect larvae. Wasp nest removal is not normally carried out first visit, the nest is treated on the first visit, then the client has the option of leaving the nest where it is, or the pest controller can return to remove the dead nest. Are wasp dangerous If stung we always advise seeking professional advice from your local GP especially if it’s a child or the elderly that have been stung. There are various types of ammonia based products you can get from your local chemist. Again seek professional advice for what’s best for you.

wasp nest in loft

What to do if I think you have a problem with wasps if you see a lot of wasps coming in and out of your property, we advise call a professional Pest Control Company to treat the problem. If you try to tackle wasps yourself and one stings you, that wasp would release a venom containing pheromone, this causes other wasp from the same colony to become aggressive in turn making the problem worse. So killing one wasp sends out a signal to other wasps and then the problem could just get out of control. Wasp nest removal or treatments are quick and affective if carried out by a trained pest controller.

wasp

If you’re looking for a local wasp nest removal Kent contact us now for a free quote

Mice and Rats in the home

Jimmy Bailey — Fri, 24 Jan 2014 16:49:26 +0000

Kent notice’s increase in Mice and Rats in the home More and more home and business owners all over Kent from Maidstone to Margate and everywhere in between are noticing an increase in Mice and Rats entering their property. Called last week by a local estate agent in Canterbury we were advised an elderly couple were being kept awake at night by the sounds of scratching in the loft. We called the tenant and arranged a suitable time to attend the property to carry out a site survey. Apart from cats humans are mice or rats only predator, that means when an infestation occurs at a property it’s down to the owner of the property or a pest control company to resolve the issue and quickly. Once we have identified that rats and mice are in the home or business we put a plan in place to rid the property of the problem. At this particular job the lady on site had seen a rat in the rear garden when she was taking out her rubbish, she said “i was taking my bin out to the garden and noticed a large rat, it looked like a river rat and it had a very fat body and a long tail” We got to work in the garden and found traces of a large infestation in the area where the wheelie bins where stored. Rats are attracted to the bin area for the food waste that might spill, there was also a bird feeder and two small over hanging fruit trees that are again very attractive to rats. We baited all the areas outside and then when inside to check the loft, in the loft we found droppings everywhere. We can only assume rats have been in the loft for a while from the extent of the droppings. We baited the loft and on the customer’s request cleaned the loft space of all droppings. We are pleased to say that the problem has since cleared up and the couple have now got there garden and loft back.

Rat Droppings

Rat Droppings in loft If you have Mice and rats in the home and need a pest control company please call us for a quote or free advice