Have a blocked drain in Geelong? 

Having blocked drains is not something you should leave alone. For an external drain it only takes one downpour of rain to potentially cause damage. Also for internal drains, when there is a blockage you won’t be able to use the service attached to the drain, such as your kitchen sink. Drains are located all around a property, they are for stormwater runoff to escape down into underground sewers and internal water flow such as sinks, showers, baths, toilets, washing machines and dishwashers.
Outside, there are drains placed all around a property and you may not have even noticed them before. Usually one is placed in front of a garage, you can see it on your driveway.
Basically, drains are where water flows into so it can escape down into the underground system and continue it’s way into the sewer. When you have blocked drains there can be temporary fixes such as chemical products from your local supermarket. Most commonly known as drain cleaner crystals, these don’t completely unclog a blocked drain though, they only create a temporary cure to the underlying problem. To completely unclog a blocked drain you need a qualified professional to open up the drain and eliminate the blockage.
For a permanent fix to your blocked drains, give us a call and we can help you out. For drain jetting services check out this page.

What Causes Blocked Drains?

There are many causes as to why drains become blocked. First we need to understand the different types of drains. There are internal drains, these drains are all located inside the house or building. Then there are external drains, these drains are positioned in low lying areas all around the premises.

Examples of internal blocked drains are:

• Grease - A common problem that causes kitchen drains to become blocked. Oil, grease and fat left on the fry pan goes into the kitchen sink to be washed. This is normal and everyone does this. However over time, there can be a build up inside the drain that causes a blocked drain.

• Food Scraps - Similar to grease build up in the kitchen sink, food scraps are just a quicker way of blocking your drains. Food scraps combined with grease can over time form into a solid mass, creating a severe blockage in your kitchen sink.

 

• Soap Scum - Common causes of blocked drains in bathroom sinks and showers. Soap scum is calcium stearate, or more simply known as calcium buildup. This can easily be prevented and cleared away with a strong cleaning product, however in older properties the buildup can become more solid and cause a completely blocked drain.

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• Hair - Again, a similar story to soap scum. Mainly affecting bathroom sinks and showers, hair can combine with soaps and other debris to block a drain. Regular cleaning and attention to shower drains, bathroom sinks and baths, removing any hair or gunk can help reduce the risk of a blocked drain.

 

• Toys - We can never keep our eyes and attention 100% on our children. Sometimes the little rascals think it’s funny to experiment watching things go down the drain. Well we have seen it all, almost any toy capable of blocking a drain, we’ve seen it. 

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• Kitty Litter - There are two types of kitty litter, flushable and non-flushable. Unfortunately an all too common problem is having non-flushable kitty litter cause a blocked drain. Make sure you check what type of kitty litter you have before attempting to flush!

Anything that has the potential to block a drain, it has probably happened.

Examples of external blocked drains are:

• Leaves - Commonly, the driveway drain will collect leaves and debris as rain washes small leaves, twigs, dirt and stones into the drain. A steady buildup over time can cause a blocked drain which has the potential to cause driveway flooding, affecting your garage or your neighbors!

• Tree Roots -  Tree roots are super persistent and strong! Once they get a taste of dripping water from a leak, they force their way inside and create a blockage. More common with older systems where clay piping is involved. 
  

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• Roof Runoff - The rain that falls on your roof has to go somewhere, this is what guttering and downpipes are for. However, a common cause of blocked drains is because bird droppings, twigs, sticks, and other tree matter builds up in the guttering. This can impact the flow of the stormwater system on your property. If you have trees near your roof it’s a good idea to regularly clean out the guttering to prevent a blocked drain.

Blocked drains repairs Geelong

If left alone, a blocked drain has the potential to cause some serious damage to your home and property. It’s best practice to get blocked drains repaired quickly and because we are a local plumbing business, we can get to you fast. We have all the equipment required to unblock your drains at an affordable price. Our Geelong blocked drain plumbing service will have you feeling satisfied. There is no need to worry about pricing, we offer a cheap blocked drain service Geelong. Our qualified plumbers are ready to get over to your property and fix your blocked drain. We will diagnose and assess your blocked drain situation and give you a fixed price. We know all the tricks to keep the job as economical for you as possible. With all the latest tools and equipment, we have the modern technology to clear out your blocked drain fast. For a free quote and to chat with the blocked drain experts, call now.

Specialised Blocked Drain Geelong Plumber

Are you wanting to find a blocked drain plumber in Geelong ?

We specialise in blocked drains and have an extensive understanding of all the different ways drains can become blocked in Geelong. A less common, but one of the more serious ways for a blockage to occur, is when an external drain has such a severe blockage that it requires excavation. We specialise in locating the blocked area and isolating it for repair. This will keep the cost at a minimum, which is important because these types of repairs can be expensive. Unfortunately these types of blocked drains must be fixed. If it is not fixed and if there is any flooding, this can lead to further damage to the property and house. If there is enough rain then this type of blocked drain has the potential to cause flooding in your yard and also your neighbors yard. Flooding in the yard can impact housing foundations and footings, this must be avoided at all costs. If you notice any type of flooding or pooling in the garden or yard, this can be because of either a burst pipe or a blocked drain. There is nowhere for the stormwater to go if there is a blocked drain. So the next time it rains it could become a very serious situation. You can avoid the worst case scenario by calling the local experts when it comes to blocked drains. We can handle all residential and commercial blocked drains. With a highly skilled, professional, fully registered and qualified team of plumbers at our disposal, we’ll look after you. All of our trucks are locked, loaded and ready to roll out, we can get to you fast and can stop the flooding!

For Geelong plumbers to come and fix your blocked drain, call now.