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BLOCKED DRAIN REPAIR SERVICES

Tap Tech Plumbing handles every aspect of your property’s water and gas systems, responding to urgent crises around the clock, diagnosing and clearing stubborn drainage blockages, restoring comfort through hot water solutions, performing safety-compliant gas installations, pinpointing hidden leaks with advanced technology, completing renovation pipework, and purifying your water supply for healthier living across Sydney.

BLOCKED DRAIN REPAIRS

Clear the Problem, Restore the Flow

Drainage systems operate on simple principles gravity pulls wastewater downward through properly sloped pipes toward sewer connections or septic systems. When this flow is obstructed, even partially, the effects escalate quickly from slow drainage to complete blockages causing backups, overflows, and potential property damage.
Common blockage culprits include accumulated hair and soap residue in bathroom drains, grease and food particles coating kitchen pipes, tree roots invading underground sewer lines seeking moisture, foreign objects flushed down toilets, and mineral scale buildup restricting flow in areas with hard water. What begins as minor inconvenience water draining slowly from sinks progresses to standing water, unpleasant odors, and ultimately sewage backing into living spaces creating unsanitary emergencies.
WHAT THIS SERVICE COVERS

Technology-Driven Blockage Removal

Our blocked drain service combines advanced CCTV inspection technology with professional clearing equipment to diagnose and remove all types of drainage obstructions permanently.

CCTV Camera Drain Inspection
High-Pressure Hydro-Jetting
Mechanical Drain Clearing
Tree Root Removal
Kitchen Drain Clearing
Bathroom Drain Services
Toilet Unblocking
Stormwater Drain Clearing

Solutions & Benefits

We provide three specialised approaches to drain clearing addressing immediate blockages, root cause resolution, and ongoing prevention through maintenance.

Diagnostic Inspection & Analysis Professional Drain Clearing Preventative Maintenance Programs
Advanced camera technology providing complete visual diagnosis of drainage problems, identifying exact causes and pipe conditions before clearing begins.
  • High-Definition Video Inspection
  • CCTV cameras navigating through drain systems capturing clear footage showing blockage composition, location, and surrounding pipe condition
  • Real-Time Viewing
  • Monitoring camera progress on screens allowing immediate problem identification and enabling us to show customers exactly what's blocking their drains
  • Pipe Condition Assessment
  • Inspection revealing not just blockages but also pipe damage, cracks, corrosion, improper slope, and structural issues contributing to problems
  • Root Intrusion Detection
  • Identifying tree root invasions that cameras reveal growing through pipe joints or cracks, explaining recurring drainage issues
  • Digital Documentation
  • Recording inspections providing dated visual records of drain condition useful for insurance, property transactions, and tracking changes over time
  • Clearing Method Selection
  • Inspection findings determining optimal clearing approach—hydro-jetting for buildup, mechanical clearing for solid obstructions, root cutting for invasions
Deployment of appropriate clearing equipment based on inspection findings, removing blockages completely rather than temporarily punching holes through obstructions.
  • Hydro-Jetting Technology
  • High-pressure water jets with multiple nozzle configurations scouring pipe walls removing years of grease, scale, and debris buildup
  • Mechanical Snake Equipment
  • Electric drain machines with flexible cables and cutting heads breaking through compacted materials and solid blockages
  • Root-Cutting Tools
  • Specialised rotating cutters designed specifically for removing tree roots from pipes without damaging pipe walls or structures
  • Multiple Access Points
  • Accessing drains through cleanouts, inspection openings, roof vents, or removal of fixtures depending on blockage location and clearing requirements
  • Complete Obstruction Removal
  • Continuing clearing until water flows freely and cameras confirm complete removal rather than stopping at minimal flow restoration
  • Environmentally Safe Methods
  • Avoiding harsh chemical drain cleaners that damage pipes and environment, using physical clearing methods that are effective and safe

Scheduled drain maintenance preventing blockages before they occur through regular cleaning, monitoring, and treatment of vulnerable drainage systems.

  • Regular Drain Cleaning Schedules
  • Annual or bi-annual professional hydro-jetting removing gradual buildup before it accumulates into blockages
  • Root Treatment Applications
  • Preventative treatments in pipes prone to root intrusion inhibiting root growth and preventing invasions before they cause blockages
  • Monitoring & Inspection
  • Periodic camera inspections tracking drain condition changes, identifying developing problems, and adjusting maintenance approaches accordingly
  • High-Use Drain Focus
  • Concentrated attention on drains experiencing heavy use—commercial kitchens, multi-unit properties, high-traffic facilities—preventing disruptive failures
  • Customer Education
  • Teaching proper drain use, identifying what shouldn't go down drains, and providing practical tips preventing customer-caused blockages
  • Cost-Effective Prevention
  • Maintenance programs cost significantly less than emergency clearing while preventing disruption, damage, and urgent situations requiring immediate expensive response
Benefit Of Service

Advantages of Professional Drain Clearing

Permanent Solutions
Protect Pipe Integrity
Accurate Diagnosis
Prevent Property Damage
Health & Hygiene Protection
Save Time & Money
Working Process

Our Drain Clearing Process

  • Symptom Discussion – Understanding your drainage symptoms—slow draining, gurgling sounds, odors, complete blockages, or recurring issues indicating underlying problems
  • CCTV Camera Inspection – Inserting camera through drain access points providing visual diagnosis of blockage type, location, and any pipe damage or concerns
  • Problem Explanation – Showing you camera footage, explaining what’s blocking your drains, why it happened, and recommending appropriate clearing approach
  • Professional Clearing – Deploying hydro-jetting, mechanical equipment, or specialised tools removing obstructions completely and restoring full drainage flow
  • Flow Verification – Running water through cleared drains, monitoring drainage performance, and sometimes re-inspecting with camera confirming complete clearance
  • Prevention Recommendations – Providing specific advice based on findings—root treatment, maintenance scheduling, usage guidance, or pipe repairs if damage discovered

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How do you determine what's blocking my drain?
We use CCTV camera inspection providing visual confirmation of blockage type and location. This eliminates guesswork—we see whether it's grease buildup, hair accumulation, tree roots, foreign objects, or pipe damage causing your drainage problem before selecting clearing methods.
Q2: Will drain clearing damage my pipes?
Professional hydro-jetting and mechanical clearing are designed to remove blockages without harming pipes when performed correctly. Our camera inspection first confirms pipes are in suitable condition, and we adjust pressure and techniques based on pipe material, age, and condition preventing damage.
Q3: Why do my drains keep blocking? you offer?
Recurring blockages indicate underlying causes: improper pipe slope allowing debris accumulation, tree root intrusion creating catch points, grease disposal creating progressive buildup, pipe damage creating obstructions, or usage habits contributing to problems. Camera inspection identifies root causes enabling proper solutions.
Q4: Can you clear tree roots from drains?
Yes, we use specialized root-cutting equipment removing tree roots from pipes. However, roots return if entry points (cracks, joints) aren't addressed. We recommend pipe relining sealing entry points or root treatment chemicals inhibiting regrowth for long-term solutions.
Q5: How long does drain clearing take?
Simple blockages in accessible drains typically clear within 1-2 hours including inspection and testing. Complex situations like extensive root removal, main sewer line blockages, or multiple drain problems may require 3-4 hours. We provide timeframe estimates after initial assessment.

why choose us

Years Of Experience
100% Completion Rate
Licensed Engineer
Free Consulting
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SYDNEY
NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA