Drain Cleaning

Signs Your Drain Needs Professional Cleaning

Having clean drains is an essential part of maintaining a happy and healthy property.

Drain problems can occur in all areas of your home, such as sinks, toilets, bathrooms and showers. Recognising the signs (and smells) of a blocked drain can save you a significant amount of time and money.

Some common signs your drain might need a clean are as follows:

• Slow-draining sinks, showers or baths
• Foul or persistent drainage smells
• Strange gurgling noises from sinks, toilets or drains
• Recurring blocked and clogged drains
• Water backing up
• Stormwater pits overflowing during heavy rain

It’s important not to wait until your drain becomes completely blocked to act. Even a partial restriction can continue to catch grease, cooking oils, hair, sediment, tree roots and other debris. If the same drain is slowing down or becomes blocked again and again, it’s worth investigating why it keeps becoming clogged rather than applying temporary fixes.

Why Does My Drain Keep Becoming Blocked?

If your drains have been cleared several times and you still have problems, there might be an underlying issue that you can’t see.

Grease and Fat Build-Up

Kitchen drains are especially susceptible to grease and fat build-up. Cooking oils and fats stick to the internal walls of your pipes, where they trap food particles and other debris. If not cleared, this build-up restricts your water flow.

Tree Root Intrusion

Tree roots are a common issue for Brisbane homes. As tree roots naturally seek out moisture, they can enter your pipe network through the smallest crack and continue to grow inside your drains. Once inside the pipe, roots catch toilet paper, grease, food and other household debris, creating a blockage.

Ageing or Damaged Pipes

Older concrete, steel and clay pipes can deteriorate over time. Cracks, worn-out rubber, separated joints and other structural problems can all contribute to recurring blockages and let soil and tree roots get into your pipe.

What Happens During Our Drain Cleaning Service?

Our professional drain cleaning involves more than simply finding a blockage and forcing water through it. Our plumbers first consider the symptoms and the drainage system involved to determine the most appropriate way to address the problem.

1. We Assess The Symptoms

We'll consider where the problem is occurring, how quickly the water is draining and whether you've experienced previous blockages. A single slow kitchen sink can have a very different cause from multiple fixtures backing up at the same time.

2. We Identify The Affected Drainage Line

Understanding which drainage line is affected helps determine where the restriction may be located and what equipment is appropriate.

3. We Locate And Clear The Restriction

Depending on the circumstances, we can use professional drain cleaning equipment to locate and remove the obstruction.

4. We Use High-Pressure Water Jetting Where Appropriate

Hydro jetting can help break apart and wash away accumulated material from inside the drainage pipe, helping restore the internal flow path.

5. We Investigate Recurring Problems

If a blockage keeps returning, there may be an underlying issue with the pipe itself. CCTV drain inspections can provide a visual assessment of the inside of the drainage line.

6. We Explain What We've Found

Rather than simply telling you that your drain is blocked, we'll explain what we've found and whether further drainage work may be required.

The goal isn't just to get the water moving again. It's to understand what is happening inside your drainage system and recommend an appropriate solution.

Drain Cleaning For Your Whole House

Kitchen Drain Cleaning

Most people don’t admit that they pour fats, greases and oils down their kitchen sink every day. Over time, this can build up inside your pipes, restrict water flow, and cause them to start to smell.

The most common causes of a blocked kitchen drain are:

• Cooking oils
• Fats and grease
• Food scraps
• Coffee grounds
• Organic debris

If your kitchen sink is repeatedly becoming blocked or draining slowly, professional drain cleaning can help to remove any accumulated material from your drainage line.

Bathroom Drain Cleaning

Bathroom drains are among the most common drains in your home to clog. Hair, soap scum and other organic debris can become matted together in your drains to create long plugs that easily catch on the inside of your pipes. As these blockages grow, they become a breeding ground for bacteria and mould, causing your drains to become smelly.

Toilet Drain Cleaning

Messy, smelly and unhygienic blocked toilets can seriously affect the happiness and health of your home. They need to be resolved as soon as possible. Our highly trained plumbers will quickly locate the source of the blockage and clear it effectively, restoring your bathroom to working order in no time.

Stormwater Drain Cleaning

Stormwater drains play an important role in protecting homes and businesses. When stormwater drains become clogged, they can easily back up, resulting in a very smelly and messy situation. When you think you have a blocked stormwater drain, it’s important to act quickly. 

Our team of licensed and certified drainage experts uses the latest tools, technology and techniques to get to the root cause of the blockage. Having your stormwater drain inspected and cleaned before every storm season will help ensure that your systems are ready to go and equipped to better protect your home.

Drain Cleaning For Older Brisbane Homes

Older Brisbane properties have different drainage requirements than new builds, with many of their underground pipes being installed decades earlier. Depending on the age, type and condition of your drainage system, your property may experience:

• Cracked or damaged pipes
• Separated pipe joints
• Tree root intrusion
• Sediment build-up
• Outdated drainage configurations
• Recurring blockages and clogs

Hydro Jetting Drain Cleaning

High-pressure water jetting, also called hydro jetting, uses specialised equipment to blast pressurised water inside your pipe, clearing even the most stubborn of blockages. From cutting through tree roots to getting rid of grease and “flushable” wet wipes, this powerful hydro jetter is ready for anything.

To help prevent blockages in the future, keep in mind what you are flushing down your toilet or sink. Only flush toilet paper down your toilet and avoid pouring cooking fats, grease and food down your kitchen sink.

Our specialised drainage team recommend scheduling regular maintenance on your drainage systems to avoid frequent blockages.

When Do I Need CCTV Drain Inspection?

Drain cleaning restores your water flow, but sometimes the bigger question is “why does your drain keep blocking?” 

When you are experiencing repeated drain blockages, our drainage specialists recommend a CCTV drain inspection to figure out exactly what’s happening inside your pipes.

A CCTV drain inspection can be useful when:

• The same drain repeatedly becomes blocked
• Tree roots are suspected
• A blockage comes back shortly after cleaning
• There are signs of damaged pipework
• The location of the problem isn’t obvious
• Multiple fixtures in your house are affected by the same blockage
• You’re considering serious drainage repairs to fix the problem
• You have an older property in Brisbane

If you are considering a CCTV drain inspection, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 1300 754 072  or enquire online today.

Can I Use Chemical Drain Cleaner?

This is a common question we get in our line of work. While it might be tempting to pour drain cleaner down your drain to try and clear out the blockage, they don’t get to the root cause of the problem. Repeated or inappropriate use of drain cleaners can actually make the problem worse and lead to additional plumbing issues later down the track.

Why Should You Invest In Regular Drain Cleaning Services?

Investing in routine drain cleaning has a range of benefits, including:

• Preventing your drains and sewers from becoming blocked
• Clearing out almost blocked drains before they become fully clogged
• Lower health risks from sewer pipe leaks and overflows
• Preparing your drainage system for the unpredictable Brisbane summer

Why Choose Evermore Plumbing For Your Drain Cleaning Needs?

• Experienced, Licensed, Insured and Qualified Drainage Plumbers
• Punctual and On Time
• Competitive Pricing
• We offer 24/7 emergency drainage services throughout Brisbane
• Family-owned and operated in Brisbane