Blocked Drains

Blocked Drain Coffs Harbour

Blocked Drains Coffs Harbour

We Specialise in Burst Pipe Repairs

Is your sink draining slowly or beginning to smell? Whether your drain is fully or partially blocked, get in touch with the team at Solitary Islands Plumbing as soon as possible. We repair and unclog blocked drains throughout Coffs Harbour.

We use state-of-the-art CCTV camera equipment to locate the cause and location of the blockage. Our experts can quickly and easily unclog stormwater drains, as well as drains in sewers, baths, showers and sinks. No matter what has caused the blockage, we’ll find a solution and get your water flowing smoothly again.

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Providing Solutions To Unblock Drains

Common causes of blocked drains include tree root blockages and build-ups of hair, grease, food products or foreign objects. We use a high-pressure water-jetter known as a jet rodder, that forces water into your pipe and efficiently cuts through tree roots and build-ups.

Our team provide clear and precise quotes to ensure customer satisfaction on all of our work. We will always provide you with the most cost-effective drain unblocking solution – whether that be repairs or complete replacements.

We also offer emergency plumbing services if there is flooding, risk of property damage or health hazards involved. If you think your drain is blocked, or your notice water is taking longer to drain than usual, contact us on 0448 180 320.

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Unblock your drain immediately

Even if the blockage may not constitute an emergency, it is still very important that you tend to it as soon as you can. You may not notice any difference at first (and it may still be easy to ignore when you do), but this does not make it less important. Many people put up with the minor annoyance of a blocked drain, not knowing it can lead to greater calamities.

By leaving the problem to fester, you could be trapping additional water in your pipes, and this could even damage the structural integrity of your property. If you keep refusing to fix the block, it will become a greater risk. This is ignoring the practical matter of how difficult it is to use a blocked drain – it becomes harder to wash dishes or take showers.

Outside of the practical issues, a blocked drain is never a good addition to the home – it can trap bad odours in your home that would otherwise escape through the drain, for example. If a severe clog contaminates the water at the property, you could even be risking an illness from drinking it. Mould and bacteria (and even insects) thrive on blockages and clogs, which again could adversely affect you.

Leaving a blocked drain can pose problems for your property, water quality, and even your health; this makes it vital to get it fixed as soon as possible. Even if it might seem minor at the moment, it will be worth it to save a headache in the future. Be sure to look out for the aforementioned signs such as a slow-draining sink, as well as noisy gurgling drains and low levels of water in the toilet – if you detect these, you should get in touch with us immediately.

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Stick with Our Blocked Drain Professionals

Sometimes your plumbing issue will be relatively minor and you will be able to fix it yourself – but that is often not the case. There is always the temptation to do it yourself, and it is this temptation that can end up causing even more plumbing problems. With chemical unblockers readily available at the supermarket, you may think that you can pour it down the drain and instantly solve any blockage – but these are only good for the smaller clogs.

Commercial unblockers can fail to deal with deep blockages, such as ones not immediately close to the surface of the drain. At Solitary Islands Plumbing, our high-pressure jet rodder can cleave any blockage – and not just the ones visible when you look down your drain. There is no substitute for the professional touch if your property and water are at risk – and a DIY job can simply provide a false sense of security that delays dealing with a bigger block.

For drain solutions across Coffs Harbour, you can call Solitary Islands Plumbing at 0448 180 320. Alternatively, you can reach us via our online contact form.

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Frequently Asked Blocked Drains Questions

How do I unclog a toilet?

A simple way to unclog your toilet is by using a plunger. If you don’t have one on hand, one trick is to add dishwashing soap or laundry detergent to the toilet, then add boiling water. Wait a few minutes and try flushing again. The hot water should break through the clog as the soap washes everything through the siphon and out of the drain. However, the safest method is to contact a professional at Solitary Islands Plumbing. We’ll take care of it quickly and hassle free.

Is there a way to prevent clogged drains?

A good rule of thumb to avoid blocking your drain is to prevent certain items from entering it. This includes hair, oils, greases, coffee grinds, pasta and parts of fruit and vegetables. When these things go down your drain, they can get stuck and cause build-ups over time. Use a drain stopper or filter in your kitchen sink to help block materials like coffee grinds and food waste.

How do I remove tree roots that are clogging my sewer drains?

If your sewer drains are being blocked by unruly tree roots, get in touch with our plumbers for assistance. We can inspect your drains using CCTV equipment and use our hydro-jetter to force water through at a high pressure, cutting through the roots and eliminating the problem.

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We are proudly associated with our sister company, Nambucca Plumbing