Blocked Drains

STS Plumbing uses professional diagnostic equipment to locate and clear blockages efficiently and accurately. This includes CCTV drain inspections, which allow us to inspect the inside of your pipes and identify the exact cause of the issue, whether it’s grease build-up, tree root intrusion, damaged pipework, or a foreign object lodged in the system.

Once the cause is confirmed, we use high-pressure water jetting to safely and effectively remove debris, grease, sludge, and roots without damaging your pipes. This method thoroughly cleans the internal walls of the drain, restoring proper flow and reducing the chance of future blockages.

By addressing the source of the blockage rather than just the symptoms, we help minimise repeat issues and unnecessary repairs. After clearing the drain, our team can also provide practical advice on ongoing maintenance, usage habits, and preventative measures to help keep your plumbing system flowing freely long term.

"The good news is, STS Plumbing are highly experienced in finding and fixing the cause of clogged drains with expert knowledge and professional equipment."

Why prompt action matters

Ignoring a blocked drain can lead to more than just inconvenience. Ongoing blockages may result in:

  • Pipe damage or collapse
  • Wastewater overflow and property damage
  • Health risks from exposure to contaminated water
  • Increased repair costs if problems escalate over time

Early intervention helps protect your plumbing infrastructure and reduces the likelihood of emergency repairs or major disruption. Professional attention ensures the problem is resolved thoroughly and safely, with the right solution applied from the start.

Think you have a blocked drain?

Early warning signs of a blocked drain include bad smells, gurgling sounds as water is being flushed or flows down the drain, slow drainage, overflow on the property or toilets filling to the top and slowly going down. Most drainage problems can be fixed easily, however it’s important to get a professional plumber to treat the underlying cause of the blockage and not just the symptoms. 

Why do I have a Blocked Drain?

Blocked drains are one of the most common problems we see in domestic plumbing and can happen for a number of reasons over a long period of time. 

Common causes of blocked drains around the home include: 

  • Foreign objects including hair, soaps, grease or food scraps that get caught in the pipe and prevent water from flowing down the drain.
  • Tree roots that block the pipes underneath your home, causing flooding and in some cases significant damage to your property.
  • Poorly installed or old plumbing that causes pipes to collapse and the drain to become blocked.

How do I fix it?

Those luscious locks may not be the only reason your drains are blocked. Our plumbers have the right equipment on hand to discover the cause of your blocked drain, including drain cameras, water-jetters, electric eels and location detectors to pinpoint the issue with minimum fuss. This means you won’t need to fork out extra cash for contractors and can get your blocked drain fixed as fast as possible.

When do I need STS Plumbing?

At the first sign of blocked drain issues, give us a call. While it may start out small as a slow draining sink, blocked drains can be a symptom of a larger issue which could result in larger cosmetic and structural damage to your home if left unchecked. We’ll be upfront about any potential costs and provide all our rates over the phone, as well as offer some tips to help you determine whether a professional plumber is required. The sooner you take action on a blocked drain, the easier and less expensive it may be to fix. On arrival, we’ll clear the blockage with a plunger, hand eel or high-pressure water jet. If it looks serious, we’ll insert our drain camera down the pipe to locate the source of damage and provide you with options for a maintenance program, or excavating and replacing the pipe.

Q: Are you licensed?

We are licensed Plumbers which means not only are we qualified and experienced in unblocking your pipes, we know what belongs in your pipes and more importantly, what doesn’t.

Q: Do you do emergency call outs?

Blocked drains can strike at any time of the day or night. That’s why we are available 24/7 for emergency call outs.

Q: Can you clear my blocked drain then and there?

You bet. Unless it’s a sign of a much larger issue, our team arrives equipped with the tools to get your drains unblocked and fully functional in no time.