Hello World! Welcome Friends! Blocked drains at your home or office can cause a big headache, because they have the potential to progress into an even bigger problem as they get worse and worse.
Watching YouTube videos and trying some DIY to clear your blocked drains can end in a disaster. Hint: baking soda and boiling hot water is not the answer. Rather leave it in the trusted hands of a professional plumber who will tackle the problem professionally and efficiently, with the right tools and expertise.
Most Sydney blocked drains plumbing services have 24/7 availability, and the plumbers should be able to help you clear out blocked sewer lines the same day you contact them. Opt for the expertise of blocked drain plumbers who are fully licensed, well trained and have years of experience clearing many kinds of drainage systems.
From a clogged shower drain to a blocked stormwater pipe, a slow-draining toilet to a blocked kitchen sink, a smelly drain to even more complex Strata property sewer line blockages – leave it up to a equipped, professional plumber to provide all the necessary blocked drain solutions.
Most Common Causes for Blocked Drains
- Tree Roots
- Dislocated Pipe Joints
- Collapsed Pipework
- Eroding Vent Systems
- Grease Buildup
- Mineral Buildup
- Hair Buildup
The Right Equipment Makes Professional Plumbing Superior
Professional plumbers should have a complete arsenal of state of the art equipment to assist them in addressing blocked sewer or blocked drain issues.
The equipment the plumbers will use to fix blocked drains will depend on the blockage occurring in the affected pipe. Tools can range from a plunger for a blocked toilet that’s overflowing, to state of the art High Pressure Jet Blasters used to clean gunk quickly and effectively. There are specific tools appropriate for every type of clogged drain problem that arises.
A useful way to deal with blocked drains is using the CCTV drain inspection cameras. These allow plumbers to be able to view the blocked drain or toilet and make an informed decision as they can fully understand the nature of the problem.
The camera uses imagery in high-definition to help plumbers determine the depth, as well as the exact location of the damaged portion of the pipe or drain. It also provides insight into whether outside excavation will be required as they can assess the severity of the blocked pipe. Complex blocked drains can easily be cleared thanks to this innovative plumbing service.
Thanks to advancement in technology, the likelihood of needing excavation is reduced. Blocked drain problems can be solved with pipe relining. This excellent service can clear blocked drains or sewers without ripping up grass, destroying floorboards, or even breaking down walls.
Pipe relining is a method of building a new pipe that’s strong and durable with epoxy resin, inside an existing pipe. This means, broken pipes and drains can be mended easily and quickly – the entire process can take less than a day.
A common cause for drain blockage is often tree roots that penetrate into the drainage system or sewer line. If these are not physically removed, you’ll see yourself paying a call-out fee once a year to have them cleared out. This can become costly, and doing this continuously can deteriorate the integrity of the pipes.
The best option is to contact professional plumbers who are experts at clearing blocked drains. It’s best to have the problem solved to prevent it from happening again and costing more and more money and damage in the future.
Once a Blocked Drain Is Cleared, It Stays Clear
Depending on how and why your pipes are blocked, such as from buildup of hair and grease, tree root invasion, or your drain pipes have wear and tear, plumbers will make an informed decision on the best way to unclog them – and keep them unclogged.
Employing the services of a professional will ensure that your blocked drain pipes are cleared, a comprehensive prevention plan will be put into place to keep the problem from recurring.
A plumbing maintenance plan should indicate future inspections scheduled periodically. When the initial fix is performed on your blocked drains, the plumbers will understand the exact nature of the blockage. This means they can predict how likely it is that a blocked drain will occur again.
Plumbers should be upfront and transparent about this when setting the maintenance schedule. All future visits should be charged at discounted prices and any advice provided after the initial fix should be given without any charges.
Busting Blocked Drain Myths
- So long as your sewer drains are installed as per the Australian regulations, and the blockage isn’t occurring in the toilet branch-line, blocked toilets will NOT overflow inside. Instead, if the sewer drains overflow, they will do so at the overflow point outside. But, it’s best not to test this theory – don’t repeatedly flush your toilet if it’s blocked, rather call out a professional plumber.
- Blocked stormwater drains will NOT affect toilets, basins, showers or baths in your home. This is because a sewer system handles inside drainage while the stormwater handles the outside drainage. If your toilet is installed to Australian Standards and you experience a blocked toilet and it starts raining, the rain in your pipes won’t affect your blocked toilet in any way, or the other way around.
- Irrespective of what it states on the package, you can NOT flush any foreign objects down the toilet. These include things such as paper towels, wet wipes and sanitary items.
- A landscaper does NOT have the expertise to be able to design and install drainage systems like plumbers and drain specialists can. If your stormwater service isn’t effectively draining the surface water from your yard, you need to consult tradespeople who are qualified in drainage. Drainage systems are complex, and not quite as simple as “gravity makes water run downhill”.
Key Takeaways
If you’re experiencing problems with blocked drains or pipes, rather have them seen to as soon as possible by an experienced and licensed plumber.
Leaving plumbing problems unattended will make them worsen over time, and the price to fix them will increase exponentially.
It’s best to have a problem solved once and for all by a professional who has the expertise and equipment to get the job done right the first time around.
Author Bio
Alan & the Bayside Plumbing team has vast experience and expertise in the plumbing industry from his time working at Sydney Water. From a young age, Alan had a keen interest in the plumbing trade, and his passion for delivering a high standard plumbing service has not waned.
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Toodles,
What an informative article! This is an alarming post. Many property owners try many times when they need an expert.