Blocked Drains Melbourne
BLOCKED DRAIN SERVICES IN MELBOURNE
Got a blocked drain? Tell us what’s happening and we’ll help work out what needs to be done.
IS YOUR DRAIN BLOCKED?
How to Tell if Your Drain Needs Attention
A drain that is getting slower, making unusual noises or backing up is worth paying attention to. You may also notice smells from the drain or problems affecting more than one fixture.
Look out for:
- Water draining slowly
- Gurgling from drains
- Unpleasant drain smells
- Water backing up
- Overflowing drains
- Several drains running slowly
- Blockages that keep returning
BLOCKED DRAIN SERVICES
Which Blocked Drain Service Do You Need?
Not every blockage needs the same type of work. Where the problem is happening, how urgent it is and whether it keeps coming back can all help determine where to start.
Not Every Blocked Drain Needs the Same Fix
A drain that needs a blockage cleared is different from one that keeps blocking because there is a problem with the pipe. What needs to be done depends on what’s happening in the drain, how often it has happened and the condition of the pipework.
Sometimes clearing the blockage may be enough. If the problem keeps coming back or there are signs of damage, it may be worth looking further before deciding what to do next.
SPECIFIC DRAIN PROBLEMS
Blocked Drain Help for Specific Problems
Know where the blockage is? Choose the service that matches the problem, or contact us if you’re not sure where to start.
Blocked Sinks
Sink not draining or backing up? We can assess blockages affecting kitchen, bathroom and laundry sinks.
Blocked Toilet
For toilets that won't drain properly, keep backing up or have become completely blocked.
Stormwater Drains
For blocked stormwater drains causing water to back up or drain poorly around your property.
HOW WE HANDLE BLOCKED DRAINS
What Happens When You Call About a Blocked Drain?
You don’t need to know what’s causing the blockage before you call. Tell us what’s happening and we’ll work through the problem with you.
Tell Us What's Happening
Let us know what’s blocked, what you’ve noticed and whether it’s happened before.
We Check the Problem
We assess what’s happening and what may be affecting the drain.
We Explain the Next Step
We’ll explain what we’ve found and what we recommend before work goes ahead.
We Carry Out the Work
Once agreed, we complete the work that’s appropriate for the problem.
WHAT CAN CAUSE A BLOCKAGE?
What’s Behind Your Blocked Drain Matters
Grease, food waste, hair, foreign objects, tree roots and damaged pipes can all cause drainage problems. What’s causing the blockage can affect what needs to be done to get the drain working again.
That’s why we don’t assume every blocked drain simply needs clearing. If there are signs of a recurring problem or damaged pipework, we can look further before recommending the next step.
Common causes we come across:
- Grease and built-up waste
- Hair and soap build-up
- Foreign objects
- Tree roots
- Damaged or ageing pipes
- Pipe movement
Has Your Drain Been Blocked More Than Once?
If the same drain keeps blocking after it has already been cleared, there may be more going on than a one-off obstruction. Previous work, how often the problem returns and the condition of the drain can all help determine what needs to happen next.
Rather than repeatedly dealing with the same blockage, we can assess what’s happening and whether further investigation is needed.
WHY TM PLUMBING & MAINTENANCE
Practical Experience With Blocked Drains
Blocked drains can look similar from the surface but need very different work. We assess what’s happening, explain what we find and recommend the next step based on the drain in front of us.
If a straightforward approach is enough, we’ll tell you. If the problem needs a closer look, we’ll explain why before more involved work goes ahead.
- Experience with blocked drains
- Residential and commercial properties
- Drain cleaning and unblocking
- Recurring drainage problems
- CCTV inspection when appropriate
- Clear advice before further work
Areas We Serve
Blocked Drain Services Across Melbourne’s South-East
We help homeowners, property managers and businesses with blocked drains across Melbourne’s south-east. If you’re not sure whether we service your suburb, get in touch and we can confirm.
FAQ
Commonly Asked Questions
It depends on where the problem is, whether the drain is completely blocked and whether it has happened before. Tell us what you’re experiencing and we can help work out which service is the right place to start.
If the same drain keeps blocking, it may be worth looking further rather than simply clearing it again. Our blocked drain specialist service is suited to recurring or previously unresolved drainage problems.
Yes. We have dedicated services for blocked sinks and blocked toilets, so the problem can be assessed based on the fixture and drainage involved.
Yes. If a drain is backing up or overflowing and needs urgent attention, contact us and explain what is happening. Our emergency drain unblocking service is specifically for urgent blocked-drain problems.
No. You only need to tell us what you’ve noticed, such as slow drainage, backing up, overflowing or a problem that keeps returning. We can assess the situation and explain what we recommend from there.
Ready to Get Your Blocked Drain Sorted?
Not sure which service you need? Tell us what’s happening and we’ll help you work out the right next step.
