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Please look through our blog articles below. We regularly update our blog with useful information to help you find some answers you might need without having to contact a specialist. If there is anything you'd like us to write about please let us know, we're happy to receive content suggestions to be able to better cater to your needs. And of course, if you need more information or advice about your specific problem with blocked toilets, sinks, showers, baths or stormwater drains or you need a quote please contact us by filling the contact form here or call us on 1800 843 372.
Have you got gurgling sounds coming from your drains? Does your shower or sink make strange noises or weird sounds? Can you hear gurgling sounds at night or when you take a shower or use the washing machine or dishwasher? Find out what is causing your drain to gurgle and what you can do about it.
Your home or business is likely to have many drains, both inside and outside your buildings. Each is connected to either a sewer or stormwater drainage system.
The answer to this question depends on whether it’s a kitchen sink or a bathroom sink. In a kitchen, one of the most common causes of blocked sinks is a build-up of fat or grease in the “S” bend of the sink.
March 2023 - High pressure water jetting uses a stream of pressurised water to clean surfaces or remove coatings or debris. It can be used for a huge range of purposes, however in the case of sewer drain cleaning, it is the preferred method for clearing blockages to have your drain pipes running perfectly again.
February 2023 - It is likely that we have all experienced a blocked toilet at some point, along with the inconvenience they create. A blocked toilet pipe is a sewer issue as toilets connect to the sewer system of your property and can become a serious issue if not dealt with promptly. If the problem is left to become worse over a period of time, it can lead to possible health concerns, property damage and probably a hefty cost to rectify.
Do I really need to get my badly blocked drain dug up? The short answer is No! While many plumbers will tell you that the only way to fix your badly blocked drain is to dig it up and replace it with a new drain, that’s no longer true. New techniques and technology in drains means that you can get your drain relined – WITHOUT DIGGING.
A lot of people have switched from using toilet paper to these so-called ‘flushable’ wipes over the past few years. But can you really flush them down the toilet and what happens when you do?
If you have a blocked drain, there is an easy way to tell an honest plumber from a dishonest one. And it’s all got to do with in-drain (or CCTV) cameras. If they put one down your drain they're honest but if they don't....
Most homeowners don’t know a lot about their sewers. (So don't be embarrassed if you don't know anything about yours!) Even fewer homeowners know what a sewer inspection is and why you might need one. People only tend to think about their sewer systems when something goes wrong and needs immediate attention, like a major blockage or a leak.
When you get a blocked drain, you might be tempted to try to clear it yourself. If it’s a minor blockage that can be OK and you might get a result. But sometimes you can make it worse. Read on to understand what’s going on in your drains before you try it yourself.
Do you have problems with tree roots getting into your drains? Do you constantly have blockages in your toilet, sinks, shower or bath that just won't go away? Find out if your problem is caused by tree roots and what you can do about it.
December 2022 - Non-destructive digging (NDD) is a method of excavation that uses vacuum technology and high-pressure water (hydro excavation) to safely excavate a precise amount of earth out of the ground.
Storm water is the runoff from rain that flows off a residential or commercial building site. All the water that is caught by the building’s roof gutters, downpipes and drains is classified as storm water, as is any runoff from the land that goes into gutters.
October 2022 - Tree roots seek out water and nutrients and if you have even a tiny leak in your drains, they will find it. You probably won’t notice anything wrong at first, but the root system will continue to grow around your drains or at a high risk of break through the drains in search for water.
September 2022 - Pros and cons of trenchless pipe relining, compared with pipe replacement. Pipe relining is effective, safe and quick. Call us now for an assessment and quote.
August 2022 - Blocked drains can happen for many reasons. They're inconvenient & usually have an unpleasant smell. It’s important to find the source & unblock the drain fast!
July 2022 - For a very long time, 100mm PVC has been the standard diameter for both stormwater & sewer drains. But in the past 5 years or so, 90mm PVC has become popular.
June 2022 - We're proud to say we have one of the biggest teams of highly trained specialists in Melbourne. Our team of plumbers are trained in clearing & relining drains.
Do you have a drain somewhere around your house that keeps getting blocked? Are you sick of having to call out a plumber time and time again to clear it, only to find it blocks up again? Do you wish that someone would just give you a simple answer as to what’s going on?
If you've got a blocked drain, you might think the first person to call is a plumber, right? But there are a lot of reasons why you might get a better result if you call a drain clearing expert. They are plumbers too but they have years of experience and specialist expertise ONLY at clearing drains. Find out more...
If you have a blocked sink, shower, toilet, bath, basin or stormwater drain in your house, you might have had a go at clearing it yourself. Maybe you tried a plunger. Or one of those chemical products you buy from the supermarket and pour down the drain to try and unblock it. Maybe you tried to get out your garden hose and poke it down the drain to try and unblock it. If you tried all these things you might find they simply don’t work. So what is the best answer?
Are you the person responsible for managing your school's assets? Are you challenged by some aspects of the new Asset Management Information System (AIMS)? Are you unsure about how to make sure your school complies with RM013 - Stormwater Drains, Grates & Channels Clearing? Relax, we are here to help. We have over 35 years experience in helping schools with every aspect of their Stormwater Drains. As Melbourne's leading experts in clearing and managing drains, there is no drain problem that we cannot solve. We are more than happy to share all our knowledge with you to help you keep your school's drains in perfect working order.