SA Express Plumbing & Gas
Blocked Drains
Your Local Expert Plumber For Blocked Drains
SA Express Plumbing & Gas are your local plumbing expert for fast solutions to clear blocked drains, blocked sinks, blocked toilets and blocked sewer or stormwater pipes quickly and safely.
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Blocked Drains
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SA Express Plumbing & Gas are experts at clearing blocked pipes and drains. We’ve got all the experience, tools, and equipment to quickly clear your blockage and repair your drains to full working order. For speed and efficiency, our vans are equipped with CCTV drain inspection equipment and powerful hydro jet cleaners so we can quickly locate and clear any blockage.
Signs of a Blocked Drain
If blocked drains are left unchecked, they can cause your pipes to burst so it’s always best to act quickly. There are several signs that you may have a blocked drain, and if you are experiencing any of the following symptoms give our friendly plumbers a call.
Water is slow to drain away from sinks, baths showers etc
Water pooling around the shower or bathroom drains
Wet patches on the floor
Gurgling or banging sounds in the pipes
Toilet bowl fills or overflows when flushed
Smelly drains
The Causes of Blocked Drains
Blocked Toilets
The main causes of toilet blockages are flushing sanitary products, nappies, baby wipes and excessive amounts of toilet paper down the toilet. Nappies, baby wipes and sanitary products should always be disposed of in the waste bin.
Blocked Sinks
Fats, oils and grease along with food scraps, coffee grinds and soap are all common causes of blocked drains in the kitchen and all of these items should be disposed of in the rubbish or compost bin.
Blocked Showers & Baths
Hair and soap products often get washed down the drains whilst bathing. Hair, especially long hair tends to tangle in the drains and cause blockages.
Outside Drain Blockages
Tree roots are the most common cause of blockages in sewer and stormwater pipes. Tree roots can often crack the pipe and then start growing through or inside of the pipe. Once the sewer pipes are blocked, all the drains in the house can start to back up.
CCTV Pipe Inspections
Our plumbers carry CCTV drain inspection cameras, so if your blockage isn’t near the drainage point, we can quickly locate it even if it’s deep within the pipes.
CCTV cameras are fed into the drains and allow us to see inside the pipes. They record high-definition footage that will show us what’s causing the blockage and where it’s located. We can also see the overall condition of the pipes including any cracks or leaks.
Blocked Pipes
Drain Cleaning
Our plumbers offer a fast and responsive service, and as soon as we arrive at your home, we’ll test your system to find the root cause of the problem. There are many causes of blocked drains and our friendly plumbers will talk through their findings and provide you with an instant quote.
Hydro Jet Drain Cleaning
There’s nothing like a hydro jet to quickly and efficiently clean your drains. A hydro jet drain cleaner uses powerful high-pressure water jets and specialist attachments to clean and cut through waste and debris without damaging your pipes. Hydro Jets are incredibly versatile and can be adjusted to break up and clear grease, limescale or cut through hardcore blockages like tree roots safely and effectively.
Safe & Effective Drain Cleaning
Unlike other drain cleaning techniques, hydro jetting removes all residue, including oil, grease, and mineral deposits from the pipes so the pipe is thoroughly cleaned and rejuvenated for optimal drainage. Hydro jetting is a completely chemical-free solution that won’t damage pipes or emit toxic fumes, making it a safe and environmentally friendly drain cleaning solution.
Plumbing Service
Our plumbers are fast, efficient, and clean so you’ll get great service and quality installation with a lifetime workmanship warranty.