A few weeks ago, a devastating fire tore through Pioneer Mills in Radcliffe, leaving behind nothing but rubble and heartbreak. Among the many businesses affected was Excel Drainage, a name countless local residents and companies will recognise as the reliable team that’s always just a phone call away when drains are blocked, pipes burst, or emergencies strike.
But now, they’re the ones facing an unexpected challenge.
Photo: Rubble and debris left behind at Excel Drainage’s site after the fire at Pioneer Mills in Radcliffe.
Excel Drainage has spent years helping people across Bury and the surrounding areas, rain or shine, day or night. From emergency call-outs to large-scale drainage projects, they’ve earned their reputation through graft, honesty, and genuine care for their customers.
When the fire ripped through the mill, the team lost everything: over £25,000 worth of tools, stock, and equipment, including one of their vans with a jetting machine mounted inside. It’s the kind of loss that would stop many in their tracks. But true to their nature, Excel Drainage isn’t giving up.
As they shared in their heartfelt post, “We won’t be beaten that easily. We’re still standing, still grafting, and more determined than ever to rebuild from scratch.”
That resilience sums up what Bury businesses are all about, grit, loyalty, and heart.
If you live in Bury, you’ll know that we rally together when times get tough. Whether it’s a local fundraiser, a family in need, or a business picking itself up after a knock, this town shows up, every single time.
Excel Drainage has been part of our story for years, helping homeowners, landlords, and businesses when they needed it most. Now it’s our turn to show them the same support they’ve shown our community.
Here’s how you can make a difference:
It’s not about charity or pity, it’s about standing shoulder to shoulder with a business that’s always stood by us.
Photo: Excel Drainage out in the community spreading festive cheer
The road ahead won’t be easy. Replacing equipment, rebuilding operations, and finding a new base will take time and resources. But if there’s one thing we know about Excel Drainage, it’s that they don’t quit.
They’ve faced blocked drains, collapsed pipes, and flooded homes, and now they’re facing their biggest challenge yet. But they’re doing it the only way they know how, with determination, integrity, and hard work.
Let’s make sure they don’t face it alone. Because when one local business falls, we all feel it, and when we lift each other up, we all rise together.
Photo: Excel Drainage out working hard for their customers
Bury has always been more than just a town; it’s a network of people who care. Supporting businesses like Excel Drainage keeps that network strong, ensuring that when you need help, whether it’s a leaking pipe or something far bigger, someone local will always be there to answer the call.
So, if you’ve ever believed in the power of local, now’s the time to prove it. Let’s rally behind Excel Drainage and show what Bury does best, community, compassion, and coming together.
💪 Support local. Support Excel Drainage. Call them for your drainage needs and help them rebuild, one job at a time.
