BUILD Facilities Management Awards 2025 Best Drainage Service Provider 2025 – Republic of Ireland It can be easy to overlook the integral infrastructure lying beneath our world – until it stops working, that is. From homes to high streets, well-functioning drainage is a quietly crucial element making up the foundation of our everyday life. Whether it’s a blocked pipe, a hidden leak, or a grease trap that has seen better days, problems below-ground rarely remain hidden. That is why trusted above-ground solutions matter, and few understand this better than John Hurt Environmental, a company renowned for keeping Ireland flowing smoothly, 24/7. John Hurt Environmental is an awardwinning family business owned and operated by John and Linda Hurt. The company was founded in early 2017 by John, who boasts more than a decade of experience in the field. Having worked within fast-paced companies, John had developed a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in such a landscape, and strove to establish a business providing the quality of work and customer service he knew had come to be expected across the industry. Covering a broad area – from Dundalk to Dublin to Donegal – John Hurt Environmental caters to a wide array of clientele, whether domestic, industrial, or commercial. A leader in its field, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services that meet the needs of each sector, including drain cleaning and unblocking, odour tracing, drain repairs, CCTV surveys, tracing and mapping, vermin control, environmental spill flood reserve, pipeline inspection and repair, integrity testing, building drainage supply and installation, confined space entry, grease management, and emergency callouts. In 2019, John Hurt Environmental became waste management service partners in collaboration with ACO – a globally recognised supplier in the design, development, and manufacture of surface water drainage systems. Founded in 1946, the ACRO Group has grown into a leading specialist, operating across more than 40 countries with over 4,800 staff and 30 advanced production sites in 15 countries. From highways and airports to sports facilities and environmentally sensitive projects, ACO’s solutions have become synonymous with quality, innovation, and long-term performance. ACO’s extensive portfolio includes internal and surface water drainage, building services, and grease separation technologies – all designed to meet the stringent standards of EN1825. Through this strategic partnership, John Hurt Environmental provides ACO-approved installations and maintenance across Ireland, helping its clients to navigate industrial waste with total confidence and compliance. At the heart of John Hurt Environmental’s operations lies a commitment to cutting-edge equipment and technology – tools that not only get the job done, but do so faster, smarter, and safer. The company continuously invests in state-of-the-art machinery and training, striving to produce quality results from its team and equipment. An example of this commitment is the company’s investment into its Jetvac system, a compact yet high-powered unit that allows the team to maintain narrow-access works with the came combined power as a large-sized unit, serving clients seeking solutions for septic tank cleaning, gully cleaning, tank and bund cleaning, and many more. This commitment plays an integral role in the company’s overarching mission of setting new industry-wide standards of customer service. Ensuring client satisfaction is John Hurt Environmental’s number one priority, a mission driven by John’s own extensive experience in customer care. From ensuring that each member of the team is trained to meet all Water Research Commission standards to providing 24/7 services to facilitate emergency callouts, John Hurt Environmental’s unfaltering dedication to customer care is truly unrivalled. This is evident in the sheer volume of glowing testimonials left by clients of John Hurt Environmental, named the Republic of Ireland’s Best Drainage Service Provider 2025. One client wrote: “I needed a job done in conjunction with neighbours in Dublin 7 on patching old drains. After getting a few quotes, John and his team were so professional; they took the time to explain everything, came in on price, booked the job fast, and showed high quality of work. They followed up with a report of the completed work. I would highly recommend John Hurt Environmental!” Another said: “Fantastic service again from John Hurt Environmental. We called him at 11:30am today and the job was complete by 1:30pm. We cannot recommend him highly enough – John Hurt Environmental is a totally professional and genuine company.” And a final client reported: “I called John Hurt Environmental in the morning and by the afternoon, the problem was gone! Our service technician was A-1; he was polite, competent, and went above and beyond to ensure that our problem was resolved. He made sure that everything worked once the task was done. The office staff were also amazing. I would highly recommend John Hurt Environmental and will definitely call them again for future services.” Contact: John Hurt Company: John Hurt Environmental Web Address: www.johnhurtenvironmental.com
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