Blocked Drains Donnybrook
PRECISION PLUMBING donnybrook
Blocked Drains
Our high-tech CCTV drain inspection tools allow us to locate blockages with near-millimetre precision.
Armed with advanced high-pressure jetting equipment, Precision Plumbing clears blockages of all kinds with minimal disruption and highly competitive pricing.
Why Precision Plumbing for Blocked Drains?
High-Tech Drain Camera
Thorough Clearing of All Drain Obstructions
Clean and Tidy Repairs
How to Tell If You Have a Blocked Drain
Blocked drains or pipes can present in different ways depending on the situation. If you observe any of the following signs, it’s best to call in a professional:
- 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 do not flush as they should or that overflow, commonly due to a blockage in the pipe or drainage system.
- Pooling water indoors or outdoors near drains, suggesting that proper water flow is being obstructed.
Getting in touch with us early improves the chances of catching the problem before it leads to major blockages or costly water damage.
Typical Causes of Drain Blockages
Drain blockages happen for one or more of these reasons:
- Leaves, twigs, and tree roots are common culprits—roots grow into underground pipes, while debris flows through roof gutters and downpipes into stormwater drains.
- Grease, fats, and cooking oils harden inside pipes, forming blockages that slow or stop water flow.
- Hair and general bathroom debris often collect in pipes, especially around sinks and shower drains.
- Bits of food, coffee grounds, and other kitchen waste not disposed of properly.
- Soap residue may combine with hard water minerals, forming scum that clings to pipe interiors.
- Foreign objects flushed down toilets and drains. These non-flushable items include face wipes, tampons and pads, cotton buds, and children’s toys.
- Damaged or shifted pipe sections tend to snag waste material, causing buildup and drainage problems.
- Plumbing installed without care can result in misfitting pipes, where solids are more likely to catch and build up.
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.
Commercial and industrial buildings commonly experience drain issues from grease buildup in food service areas and the disposal of non-flushable items such as sanitary products.
Tips for Avoiding a Blocked Drain
You can take several steps to help prevent future blockages, such as:
Keeping your drains clean with routine maintenance, ideally through an annual check-up, helps ensure long-term plumbing health.
The responsible disposal of waste. Where possible, avoid pouring or flushing grease, food scraps, fallen hair, toiletries, or other foreign objects down drains and pipes.
Drain strainers and gutter guards are effective at preventing solid materials, including roots and leaves, from entering your plumbing system.
When Do You Need a Professional Plumbing Service?
There are a few DIY steps you can try, particularly if the blockage is caused by a buildup of materials from inside your home or business. For instance, you may be able to use warm water and vinegar to clear grease and fat, or hot water and bleach to clear hair and toiletries.
If DIY solutions fail or you’re unsure what to do next, it’s best to get in touch with a licensed plumber. Here are some key advantages of hiring a professional:
- Their cutting-edge equipment, including CCTV and high-pressure jetting tools, allows plumbers to pinpoint and resolve issues efficiently.
- 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.
- And let’s not forget personal safety. Plumbers have the training needed to handle blockages that involve hazardous materials or sewerage lines and facilities.
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 are ready to help.
Blocked drain specialists serving Donnybrook, VIC and surrounding suburbs
For any plumbing concerns—whether it’s blocked pipes or general repairs—reach out to Precision Plumbing. We deliver comprehensive plumbing services for both residential and commercial properties across 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.