What should you do if you have a blocked drain?

Blocked drains are a common problem in homes and workplaces. They can occur all of a sudden or may build up over time. Blocked drains can occur anywhere you have waste water such as bathrooms, toilets, kitchens, and laundries.

What causes a Blocked Drain?

There are many reasons drains can become blocked, some of the most common causes of blocked drains are:

• Damage to the drain caused by renovation works or tree roots entering the drain
• Blocked toilet due to flushing foreign objects such as sanitary products, baby wipes, and other items
• Drain blockages due to a build-up of food scraps, grease, or fat in the kitchen sick
• Basin blockages from a build-up of hair, makeup and other personal care products
• Shower blockages caused by a build-up of scum and soap overtime

How to tell if you have a Blocked Drain

Here are a few easy to spot signs that your drain could be blocked and is in need of urgent plumbing repair.

• You can hear gurgling noises from your drain
• You notice a foul smell coming from the drain
• The sink, shower or bathtub is slow to drain water
• You notice that your toilet water level is too high, too low or completely overflows
• Water is found pooling around your home

If you notice any of these signs, it is likely you have a blocked drain and should call a plumber immediately to prevent any nasty damage to your home.

Early detection is essential to prevent significant water damage and costly repairs.

We offer same day service for all drain cleaning emergencies. We have the right technology to get your blocked drains cleaned fast including water jet drain cleaning machine, cable drain cleaning machines and CCTV drain cameras.

Call us today on +61420315895 or drop us a line via our contact us page.

Prevent Blocked Drains with these helpful tips

• If possible, install a sink strainer to catch food scraps to be transferred into the compost or bin
• Never tip oil down the drain, always transfer into a sealable container and place in the waste
• Never flush any personal hygiene, ‘flushable’ wipes or condoms down the drain

For a comprehensive list of items that can cause drain blockages and should not be flushed or washed down the drain please visit the following water authority pages:

South East Water – Prevent Damage to Pipes

Yarra Valley Water – What can go down the drain