Fuel Drain in Gorran Haven
If you've just realised you've made a fuel drain in Gorran Haven, stop — don't start the engine. One call to 0800 170 0644 and we'll be out to you across Devon, 24/7, 365 days a year.
We reach Gorran Haven quickly via the Plymouth road network, and cover nearby Mutley, Par, Polperro and Postbridge as standard.
Coverage at a glance — Gorran Haven
| Service area | Gorran Haven, Devon |
|---|---|
| Postcode | PL26 |
| County | Cornwall |
| Distance | About 20.1 miles from Plymouth centre |
| Nearest routes | the Plymouth road network |
| Typical response | 30–60 minutes |
| Time on site | 45–90 minutes |
| Price from | £89 |
| Availability | 24/7, 365 days a year |
| How to book | Call 0800 170 0644 |
Prices & response times reviewed October 2026.
Gorran Haven lies about 20.1 miles from Plymouth centre, in Cornwall. We reach it alongside neighbouring Foxhole, Mevagissey, St Austell and St Dennis.
How a fuel drain works in Gorran Haven
- Call 0800 170 0644 and describe the vehicle and what went in.
- We quote the full price up front and head to you in Gorran Haven.
- We drain the wrong fuel and flush the system on-site.
- We add clean fuel, test-start, and you're on your way — usually within 45–90 minutes.
Typical prices
| Situation | From | Time on site |
|---|---|---|
| Car, engine not started | £89 | 45–90 minutes |
| Engine started / fuel circulated | £149 | 1–2 hours |
| Van or large tank | £169 | 1–2 hours |
| Driven / motorway / out-of-hours | Quoted on call | On-site assessment |
Every job is fully quoted by phone before we're dispatched — the price depends on your vehicle, tank size and whether the engine was run.
What we drain
- Petrol in a diesel engine (the most common — and most damaging — misfuel)
- Diesel in a petrol engine
- AdBlue accidentally put in the diesel tank
- Unleaded in a diesel
- Red or agricultural diesel in a road vehicle
- Contaminated fuel — water, dirt or mixed fuel
Other services in Gorran Haven
in Gorran HavenDiesel in Petrol
in Gorran HavenUnleaded in Diesel
in Gorran HavenAdBlue in Diesel Tank
in Gorran HavenRed Diesel in a Road Vehicle
in Gorran HavenContaminated Fuel Removal
in Gorran HavenMobile Fuel Drain
in Gorran HavenWrong Fuel Rescue
in Gorran Haven
Wrong fuel in Gorran Haven, whatever you drive
We drain cars, vans and commercials on-site. A few we help often:
Nearby areas we also cover
Immediately around Gorran Haven: Mutley, Par, Polperro, Postbridge.
Gorran Haven is one of hundreds of towns we cover across South West England. Our vans work Devon and beyond, 24/7, 365 days a year.
Wrong-fuel guides
Fuel Drain in Gorran Haven — FAQs
Do you cover Gorran Haven?
Yes — we cover Gorran Haven and nearby Mutley, Par, Polperro, Postbridge around Plymouth, reaching you via the Plymouth road network.
What should I do right now?
Don't start the engine. If you're on a forecourt, put the car in neutral and push it clear of the pump, then call 0800 170 0644.
How much will it cost?
Call-outs start from £89. We quote the full price on the phone before we set off, based on your vehicle and situation.
How quickly can you get to me?
Typically around 30–60 minutes, depending on where you are and traffic. We run 24/7, 365 days a year.
Will my car be OK afterwards?
In most cases where the engine wasn't run, yes — we drain and flush and you drive away. We'll tell you honestly if we think it needs a garage check.
Does my insurance cover this?
Misfuelling is often excluded from standard cover, though some policies and breakdown add-ons include it. Keep our paperwork in case you claim.