Blocked Drains Watsonia
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Blocked Drains
Blocked drains are usually caused by tree roots, or a build-up of debris, and if left unattended can lead to serious damage.
With the latest CCTV camera and locating technology, we’re able to identify the precise location of a blockage down to the millimetre.
Armed with advanced high-pressure jetting equipment, Precision Plumbing clears blockages of all kinds with minimal disruption and highly competitive pricing.
Why Choose Precision Plumbing for Your Blocked Drain Needs?
High-Tech Drain Camera
Thorough Clearing of All Drain Obstructions
Low-Mess, Professional Drain Fixes
How to Tell If You Have a Blocked Drain
Your home or business has a plumbing and drainage system with a combination of pipes and drains. Pipes carry clean water into the building, meanwhile drains and other pipes carry wastewater away to a septic tank or sewerage facility.
There are several signs that may indicate a blocked pipe or drain. If you experience any of the issues below, we suggest getting expert help promptly:
- Water draining slowly from your sinks, showers, or bathtubs.
- Gurgling noises during drainage, typically caused by air bubbles forming around a blockage.
- Unpleasant smells, particularly near sinks or pipes connected to your drain. These smells may mean a drain or pipe is clogged with grease, waste, or bits of food.
- Toilets that overflow or don’t flush properly. Malfunctioning toilets may either signal a blockage in the toilet pipe or in a drain.
- Water gathering or pooling around sinks, shower drains, or near drain covers outside. This may mean water isn’t flowing as it should be.
The earlier you contact us, the more likely it is we can diagnose the issue and help prevent bigger blockage problems or water damage later on.
What Causes Blocked Drains?
There are several common causes behind drain blockages, including the following:
- Leaves, twigs, and tree roots are common culprits—roots grow into underground pipes, while debris flows through roof gutters and downpipes into stormwater drains.
- Oils and fats from cooking can solidify along pipe walls, gradually restricting water movement.
- A buildup of hair and debris in bathroom pipes and drains, especially sinks and showers.
- Food remnants, coffee grounds, and kitchen waste often cause drain issues when not discarded correctly.
- Soap scum and residue can build up in pipes, particularly when these substances mix with minerals in the water and solidify.
- Foreign objects flushed down toilets and drains. These non-flushable items include face wipes, tampons and pads, cotton buds, and children’s toys.
- Cracked or misaligned pipes can trap solids, increasing the risk of frequent blockages.
- Sometimes, poor workmanship from plumbers is to blame. If an incorrectly sized or positioned pipe is installed, the flowing water will catch on solid materials and create a blockage.
Factors leading to blockages often vary between residential and commercial properties.
In residential buildings, we see a lot of issues with low-flow toilets and buildups of soap and hair.
In commercial or industrial buildings, it’s common to see buildups due to grease, particularly where large amounts of food are being prepared, or non-flushable bathroom items, like sanitary products.
Tips for Avoiding a Blocked Drain
There are many ways of preventing future blockages, including:
Keeping your drains clean with routine maintenance, ideally through an annual check-up, helps ensure long-term plumbing health.
Being mindful of what goes down your drains—like oils, food waste, or toiletries—can significantly reduce the chance of blockages.
Drain strainers and gutter guards are effective at preventing solid materials, including roots and leaves, from entering your plumbing system.
Knowing When to Contact a Professional Plumber
You may be wondering, can I unblock a drain myself, or do I need a plumber?
If the blockage is due to internal build-up, there are a few do-it-yourself methods you can attempt. Warm water with vinegar can help break down grease, while hot water and bleach might clear hair or toiletries.
If the appropriate DIY methods aren’t working, or if you are in doubt, we highly advise contacting plumbing industry professionals. The benefits of using a professional plumber include:
- With access to advanced tech such as drain cameras and hydro-jets, plumbers can locate and clear blockages swiftly and with minimal disruption.
- Their training, licences and expertise. Plumbers have the necessary qualifications to deal with a wide range of blockages and in a range of settings, including residential, commercial and industrial.
- Plumbers offer full-service solutions—from diagnosing and resolving the current problem to preventing future blockages and repairing infrastructure.
- Safety is key—plumbers are trained to manage hazardous waste and sewer-related issues without risking health or property.
Ultimately, DIY drain repairs can be costly and time-consuming, and there’s a greater likelihood of further damage or a need for repeat work. A professional plumbing service is more efficient, accurate, and cost-effective.
Precision Plumbing delivers top-tier service that meets all commercial plumbing standards. From blocked drains to broken pipes and everything in between, our expert plumbers in watsonia are ready to help.
Blocked drain specialists serving Watsonia, VIC and surrounding suburbs
Having issues with blocked drains or pipes? Contact Precision Plumbing—we offer a full suite of plumbing repair and maintenance services to homes and businesses throughout Melbourne’s Northern Suburbs.
Our fully licensed and highly trained professional plumbers can take on any plumbing job, no matter how big or small. We provide a reliable, honest and friendly service, with competitive set pricing.