How to Avoid a Blocked Drain?

Blocked drains are both inconvenient and unpleasant. There are, however, a few things to keep in mind that will help detect a blocked drain early, and steps that can be taken to minimise the likelihood of blockages altogether.

If you do have a blocked drain, Pav Plumbing can definitely help fix the problem. We can clear the blockage using a high pressure water jetter or electric eel (also known as a plumbers snake), and for reccurring blockages we can use a CCTV drain camera to locate the cause and location of the underlying problem. Whether you have a blocked toilet, basin, shower waste or drain grate, or you have a sewer or stormwater blockage, our friendly Sydney plumbers are experienced and can quickly unblock any blocked drain.

Detecting Blocked Drains
Is your drain blocked? Early detection of a blocked drain can drastically reduce the work involved for a plumber to unblock and clear it, saving you money. Tell-tale warning signs to look and listen for include:

• A gurgling or gulping sound (often accompanied by a smelly drain grate) coming from the floor waste or toilet when water is in use;
• The water level in the toilet rising above or falling below normal levels, and/or the drain outside the house overflowing, especially after the washing machine has been in use; and
• The floor waste overflowing during a shower.
  

If you do suspect that you have a partially blocked drain it is best to call in an emergency plumber to clear it as soon as possible.