Blocked drain. How to tackle?

[rufusgti]

We just had a downpour and the back yard is swimming with water. The drain is blocked. What is the procedure for unblocking. I have general household tools but can pop to screwfix if there's anything I should use.

Any help appreciated.

[rufusgti]

Right, it's a more serious issue than first thought. The gully leads to the sewer. Theres two manholes in the courtyard. One by the gully is full of sewage and the other nearest the house is half full of clearer water. So it's backing right up.
I need to get some drain rods. But how far am I liable for. Am I liable for the drains all the way to my boundary. How does it work.

[rufusgti]

Busa mav said:

Generally ,


If there is sewage from any other property passing through the manholes you speak of , Just phone your water authority , they ARE obliged to clear it foc for you.

If it is just dealing with your ste , then its down to you .

Thankyou. An update.
I rang welsh water and they are sending someone out tonight to clear it. They now do all shared drains as you say.
Brilliant really.