Blocked Drains Adelaide

Unblocking exterior & interior pipes in your home & commercial property

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What our the causes of blocked drains across Adelaide?

  • Hair: Hair is one of the most common causes of blocked drains, especially in shower drains. Over time, hair can accumulate and entangle with grease and other substances, forming a clog.
  • Grease and Fat: Grease, oils, and fats from kitchen activities can solidify inside pipes, leading to blockages. These substances stick to the inside of the pipes and accumulate over time.
  • Food Waste: Food particles, especially those that are not biodegradable like coffee grounds or tea leaves, can contribute to blockages in kitchen drains.
  • Sanitary Products: Items like wipes, diapers, and feminine hygiene products are not meant to be flushed down toilets as they do not disintegrate easily and can cause significant blockages.
  • Tree Roots: Tree roots can grow into pipes, causing them to crack and block. This is a common problem in older drainage systems.
  • Foreign Objects: Small objects accidentally dropped down the drain or flushed can become lodged in the pipes.

How can we help you unblock your drains across Adelaide?

Hydro Jet Drain Cleaning Mixed With Our CCTV Tech

Perhaps our most favourite tool, and most effective, is our hydro jet drain cleaner.

This high-tech gadget clears all sorts of blockages, including the most stubborn of tree roots.

The hydro jet shoots high pressured water down the drain, breaking the blockage up and moving the debris along. It creates a blade of water that won’t damage your pipes but is very effective in removing roots, hair, grease, toilet paper, solid objects or nasties that shouldn’t make their way into your drains such as sanitary items, toilet rolls, wet wipes or nappies.

The hydro jet drain cleaner is Vital Plumbing & Gas Solution’s favourite tool because it is super effective and saves time, which is important when your drains are backing up into your home.

We pair our hydro jet drain cleaner with a sewer camera for the ultimate combo. With our CCTV camera, we are able to easily locate blockages (reducing time looking for the blockage) and are also able to confirm the blockage has been properly removed.

For Blocked Drain Repairs Adelaide give us a call we are here to help.

Before and after using the Hydro Jet, checking with the Sewage CCTV Camera (in Brooklyn Park)

Before Hydro JetAfter Hydro Jet

Why Choose VPGS for Your Blocked Drain Repairs in Adelaide?

  • Expert Technicians: Our team consists of certified and experienced professionals who adhere to the highest industry standards.
  • Cutting-edge Tools: We use advanced tools and techniques for accurate diagnostics and effective servicing.
  • Safety-Centric Approach: Your safety is our priority. We ensure all services performed to meet or exceed safety regulations.
  • Convenience: We strive to provide a hassle-free experience from scheduling to completion of the service, accommodating your needs at every step.
  • Locally Owned & Operated: We are a small locally owned business, so every job is vital for us which is why we take such pride in our work, our reviews & customer satisfaction.

Recent work on block drains repaired across Adelaide

  • Unblocked a kitchen sink in Hallett cove
  • Unblocked a toilet in Morphett Vale
  • Unblocked a toilet in Morphett Vale
  • Unblocked a kitchen sink in Burnside
  • Unblocked an outdoor drain in Burnside

Contact our team today to get your blocked drains repaired!

FAQ for Blocked Drains Adelaide

Do you think your drain is blocked? Is the water bubbling and gurgling, and taking a long time to empty? Is the water back-flowing into your sink or toilet and you are not sure why? These are common (but not all) symptoms of a blocked drain.

We’ve taken the time to answer some of our customers most common questions about a blocked drain below.

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Some of the most common causes of blocked drains are; foreign items such as food, sanitary items, soap bars, baby wipes, nappies, hair or uncontrollable obstructions such as tree roots or other growths entering the pipes.

A blocked drain can cause more problems than just a slow release of water.
Blocked drains can cause:

  • Flooding in your home or backyard
  • Structural damage in your home, inside the walls, underneath the flooring or damage to furniture and appliances
  • Unsanitary environments, bringing old waste back inside your home
  • Drainage system damage that requires much more than simply unblocking the effected pipes

There are a number of steps we take towards unblocking a drain, as follows:

  1. Investigate and locate the blockage
  2. Remove the blockage
  3. Confirm the blockage is removed and that there are no further issues
  4. Recommendation on keeping blockages clear

Unfortunately, despite your best efforts, a blocked drain can sometimes be hard to control when nature intervenes. That is, when tree roots break into a pipe or waste builds up over time. You can however do your best to avoid dumping foreign items down your toilets or down the sink to ensure this debris build up is limited. Upgrading your drainage pipes will help eliminate future issues but can be a costly exercise. We recommend doing your part to avoid dumping items down your drains but also have regular drains cleans to blow-out waste build up before it becomes a blockage.

Common causes of blocked drains include the buildup of grease, hair, soap, and other debris, tree roots infiltrating the pipes, foreign objects being flushed or washed down the drain, and broken or collapsed pipes.

Regular maintenance and being mindful of what goes down your drains can help prevent blockages.

To prevent blocked drains, avoid pouring grease or oil down the sink, use drain guards to catch hair and debris, regularly clean your drains with boiling water or a mixture of baking soda and vinegar, and avoid flushing anything other than toilet paper and human waste.

Regular inspections by a professional plumber can also help identify and address potential issues early.

If your drain is blocked and you can’t clear it with a plunger or a drain snake, it’s best to contact a professional plumber. Attempting to forcefully clear a blockage can cause damage to your pipes.

At VPGS, we have the expertise and equipment to safely and effectively clear blocked drains and prevent future issues. Contact us for prompt and reliable service.

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