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    Common Causes of Blocked Drains in Melbourne

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    Here are some common Reasons Why Your Water Drains Are Blocked, and What to Do About It

    There is no doubt, having a blocked drain, can be a messy and frustrating situation. Not only is it a huge inconvenience in the household, but blocked drains harvest bacteria and release bad odours Unfortunately it’s a situation that every homeowner will experience at least once. If the problems are not fix promptly, there’s a good chance it’ll bring some health issues along with them. From foreign objects that have accidentally been dropped down the drain to the months or years build-up of hair, grease. There are many reasons why your household can be experiencing blocked drains. Understanding exactly how each issue is caused can be an opportunity to better guard against it saving you money in long term. Below ae a few common reasons why some drains get blocked

    Blocked Drain from Hair 

    We’ve seen it all before, a build-up of hair that’s starting to clog your drain. Most times it’s a moderately easy task to simply ‘remove the hair’, but if it’s not cleared up straight away – it can cause a lot of issues down the line. Hair falling off the body in the shower or while getting ready over the sink and in the bathroom is one of the most common causes of blocked drains. But whilst it’s a common problem for many homeowners, there are ways you can fix your drain and put a long-term solution in place.

    How to Fix Blocked Drains from Hair?

    What to do: Small amounts of hair can be removed by pulling it out with gloved hands to avoid it getting worse. Drain cleaning devices such as drain spiders can also be purchased to help remove the hair from the drain. However, it’s important to be careful as some devices and cheap hair removal chemicals can make the problem worse. It’s important to remove the hair before it gets clogged into the entry of the drain pipes. If you’re unable to reach the hair or the devices aren’t working as intended, it’s time to speak
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    Blocked Drains from Plants and Dirt

    Natural debris like trees, shrubs, dirt and leaves can be an issue for water drains, especially after spring and autumn. Your regular garden maintenance that keeps the outdoor area looking great is also essential to the productivity of your water drains and pipes. Leaves aren’t the only culprit, roots from trees are notorious for growing underneath in search of water and as a result, will usually head straight to your drains.

    How to Fix Blocked Drains from Plants and Dirt?

    What to do: To prevent plants, leaves and dirt from blocking the drains, keep the outdoor area clear of fallen leaves and debris. If left long enough, it will cause your drains to become severely blocked. Keep your trees well-watered so they are less drawn to the drains as a source of moisture and stay away from clogging plants where possible; like willow trees, oak trees, magnolias, boxwood shrubs, palm trees and gum trees.
    While ensuring your yard is free from leaves and dirt is a great way to prevent build-up, sometimes the real issues lay under the surface. Tree roots can crack your drain pipes beneath your home – causing blockages and leaks. Specialist pipe relining equipment can be used to clear the blockage and provide a long-term structural repair.
    clogged stormdrain

    Blocked Drains from Grease Build-up

    Like hair in the bathroom, grease and fat will build-up in the kitchen sink drains over time. These fatty substances are a very common cause of blocked drains and pipes and can be a nuisance to clear out. Any grease or fatty substance that is washed down the sink will stick to the inside of the pipes and eventually build up to a point no liquid can pass through. It’s important to be aware that this grease doesn’t leave the pipes as easily as you would expect.

    How to Fix Blocked Drains from Grease Build-up?

    What to do: Avoid washing these fatty ingredients down the drain as much as possible. Grease that’s washed down the drain will cool and harden in the pipes. A smart way to prevent this build-up of grease is to start collecting all glass jars that you purchase at the supermarket. Then, instead of pouring this oil or kitchen grease down the drain, put it in the small glass or plastic containers to discard with your garbage.

    Blocked Drains from Toiletries

    As more people get into the bad habit of the disposing of toiletries down the drain, bigger problems are being caused in our pipes and sewers. Nappies and baby wipes are the two common issue known to block drains after being flushed down the toilet. Such items become immersed with water, they absorb the moisture and enlarge, quickly blocking access to water drains and pipes.

    How to Fix Blocked Drains from Toiletries?

    What to do: This way of disposing of toiletries is harmful for the environment and everyone should be encouraged to dispose of toiletries the right way. In the home, these items should be taken out with your garbage, just as people should make use of the designated bins when using public changing rooms and toilets. However If it’s too late, you will need to book one of our qualified drain cleaners here in Melbourne to come and clear the blockage

    Blocked Drains from Heavy Rain and Storms

    Throughout the wet season, drains will experience floods of water because of heavy rainfall. Because drains aren’t really designed to take the full impact of this weather, water build-up can be common in many Melbourne households. When there is an overflow of rainwater in gutters and downpipes, there’s a good chance there’s a blockage which needs to be cleared

    How to Fix Blocked Drains from Heavy Rain and Storms?

    What to do: Ensure gutters are cleaned before and during the wet season to prevent a build-up of leaves which will cause a bigger blockage. Problems caused by heavy rain and storms will usually require a drain specialists to unblock your drains and assist with the wastewater removal. If this occurs contact the team at Jetstream Drain Cleaning as soon as possible to prevent further build up and potential flooding in your home back yard or work place
    stormdrain overflowing

    Blocked Drains from Broken Pipes

    Water pipes can break due to tree roots and general wear and tear. As soon as the pipe begins to fracture, it becomes more susceptible to blockages than pipes that are well intact. Unless you can visibly see the broken pipe, it can be difficult to diagnose this issue. This becomes an even greater issue if you lack adequate space to inspect the problem.

    How to Fix Blocked Drains from Broken Pipes?

    What to do: If you suspect there may be a fracture in your pipes, it’s best to call a professional to come out and take a look. We use professional leak detection equipment and cameras to check the pipes for visible leaks or blockages. Water staining on the ceiling which can be a leading problem because of broken pipes. To diagnose, you’ll need to shut off the water flow valve, apply a pipe repair clamp and have the damaged section replaced.

    Blocked Drains from Poor Water Flow

    If your taps are only allowing small trickles of water rather than streaming out like normal, there’s a low water pressure or flow issue. Whilst this may not always be in relation to water pipes, it can be a sign that there is a build-up of sediment. As the water that flows through your pipes carry dissolved minerals than deposit on metal surfaces, it’s common for things like shower heads or parts of the taps to become clogged and reduce the water pressure.

    How to Fix Blocked Drains from Poor Water Flow?

    What to do: Clean shower heads and any removable parts of deposits and sediments. You can soak removable parts overnight in a vinegar solution to thoroughly clean it. If this doesn’t fix the problem, it may be something bigger and best to have a professional diagnose the issue.
    woman washing hair

    Blocked Drains from Bad Pipe Installation

    Poor pipe installation can result in costly drain blockages. Whilst DIY methods can be money saving and an ‘easy’ part of a home renovation, installing your own pipes is not recommended. This can lead to problems like incorrect water flow, fractured pipes and costly repairs.

    How to Fix Blocked Drains from Bad Pipe Installation?

    What to do: Always have a licensed plumber install your pipe system. This will ensure everything is laid correctly underground and, in your walls, to promote a healthy water flow and reduce blockages. If you already have pipes installed and are currently having issues, have a professional drain expert come out and inspect the pipes to give you some on-the-spot recommendations.
    woman with leaking pipe

    Blocked Drains from Foreign Objects

    From children’s toys to soap, food build-up, sanitary items and other foreign materials, objects that can be easily dropped down the drain are likely to block eventually. Whether intentionally or unintentionally, many materials shouldn’t be flushed down the toilet or washed down the drain for this reason.

    How to Fix Blocked Drains from Foreign Objects?

    What to do: Keep watch of young children who may flush just anything down the toilet. Ensure you dispose of food scraps and waste properly, rather than trying to wash down the drain, and be wary of anything that may have accidentally dropped in, causing a drain blockage. If your drains are already blocked then call today our team are here to help 24 hours & days a Week

    Frequently Asked Blocked Drain Questions and Answers

    • I'm not sure if I have a Blocked Drain how do I tell?

      Think you might have a blocked drain but not sure? The most common and unsuspecting signs of a blocked drain are; water backing up in the toilet bowl, the gully in your front yard is overflowing, there is a bad odour coming from the toilet or sinks, disappearing water from your toilet or gurgling sound from the toilet. If you have any of these symptoms there is a good chance of an impending blocked drain and we recommend you call us to make a booking and get your drains looked by a professional this can save you money if detected early and stop further damages or plumbing bills

    • How will you clear my Blocked Drain?

      Our trucks are fitted with the latest in plumbing technology (High Pressure Water Jetting and CCTV Drain Cameras) we can quickly diagnose your plumbing problems, provide you the most accurate quotes and clear your blocked pipes using the fastest and most efficient methods available. We use the latest in CCTV Drain Camera Technology to diagnose problems below ground level, visually inspect the drain to tell us the exact location of the blockage and sate of the drain pipes. With the high resolution camera images, we can give you an accurate quote with no hidden surprises before we start any work on your drains.

    • How soon can you fix my Blocked Drain?

      So if you're looking for a professional plumber to fix your blocked drains, septic tank or blocked sewer you can trust the team at Jetstream Drain cleaning  Melbourne to fix the problem, we give you honest accurate quotes, and turn up on time. We only use the best CCTV Drain Camera and High Pressure Water Jetters systems available, saving our clients time and money. We service & unblock Blocked Drains across Melbourne 7 days a week

    • Does the CCTV drain inspection include a copy of the video footage?

      Jetstream Drain Cleaning provides the CCTV camera footage to clients on request. Speak to one of our friendly staff and let them know you would like a copy

    • Does the CCTV drain inspection also include a written report?

      Yes. When using the large specialist crawler camera, we provide an in-depth report on the internal condition of the drain.

    • Is the cause of a drain blockage reported on?

      We will always endeavour to find the cause, whether it be root ingress, grease blockage or just an obstruction of some sort and send you the footage, take photos and give you a brief description of the issue on your invoice copy

    • How far can CCTV drainage cameras go?

      We have many different drainage cameras that allow us to inspect pipes of all sizes. We can use our push cameras to inspect up to 80-100m from an access point and then we have a crawler camera that can inspect up to 150m

    • What size drains can Jetstream Drain Cleaning Pty Ltd inspect ?

      We can inspect drains varying in size from 40mm up to 1500 mm

    • What occurs if you cannot clear the blockage?

      The team at Jetstream Drain Cleaning have not come across a drain they can’t unblock. Our qualified technicians will always provide you with a solution, even if the equipment cannot clear the blockage on the first attendance we will work out a way to access your drains get them moving again. It all depends on access and of course, budget

    • What payment options are available at Jetstream Drain Cleaning?

      We can take payment via credit card, cash or cheque.

    • Do I have to be home when you attend to my property?

      While we always like for you to be there, if we have access to the drains from outside we can usually clear the blockage without you being home. The only thing we can’t do without you there is run

      your plumbing fixtures from inside the house and you may be left with some debris in the drains internally from when the drains backed up. To resolve this simply run your taps and fixtures to flush through any loose build up that may be sitting in the line after your blockage has been cleared

    • How do you clear a blocked drain?

      Jetstream Drain Cleaning use High-pressure drain cleaners to cleaning the drain this allows us to utilise the high-pressure water to clear the blockage. We then useCCTV drain cameras to

      inspect the drain and provide you with a solution or resolution to stop the blockage recurring again.

    • What causes a blocked drain?

      There are many things that can cause your drains to block for example, tree roots, sand, building rubble, fat, grease build up, even items such as kids toys and play equipment have been found in the drain to be causing a blockage. View some common reasons why your drained are blocked

    Contact our drain specialists today for more advice or make a booking John Drain Technician: 0417 017 802 complete our quote request form today
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