Blocked DrainsBrisbaneFind The Cause. Clear It Properly.
Professional blocked drain clearing, CCTV inspections, pipe location, high-pressure jetting and electric eel services across Brisbane.
Diagnostic Approach
CCTV First. Then Clear.
How We Handle a Blocked Drain
SYMPTOM
Gurgling, slow drain or backup
CAMERA
HD CCTV inspection of the line
LOCATION
Electromagnetic pipe tracing
CLEAR
Jetting or electric eel clearing
REPORT
Documented condition assessment
HD Camera
Waterproof
Sonde
Locating
CCTV Drain Inspection + Pipe Location
Stop the guesswork
High-definition drain cameras navigate tight bends to identify root intrusions, cracked joints or collapsed sections. Combined with precision electromagnetic and sonde locating, we can map your drainage network through concrete or gardens.
Essential for renovation planning and providing documented evidence for insurance, council or utility matters.
The Right Tool for the Blockage
We carry both hydro-jetting and electric eel equipment on our trucks. The method depends on the pipe, the blockage and the condition of your drainage.
High-Pressure Jetting
Best suited to: Grease, silt, thick root mats, main sewer lines
5000 PSI hydro-jetter scrubs the pipe wall and blasts through blockages. Best for heavy build-up and root intrusion in larger-diameter lines.
Electric Eel
Best suited to: Solid obstructions, internal waste lines, smaller pipes
Mechanical cutting head breaks through solid blockages. Ideal for internal lines, household waste and situations where jetting may not be appropriate.
High-Pressure Jetting
Best suited to: Grease, silt, thick root mats, main sewer lines
5000 PSI hydro-jetter scrubs the pipe wall and blasts through blockages. Best for heavy build-up and root intrusion in larger-diameter lines.
Electric Eel
Best suited to: Solid obstructions, internal waste lines, smaller pipes
Mechanical cutting head breaks through solid blockages. Ideal for internal lines, household waste and situations where jetting may not be appropriate.
Reports That Hold Up
Need proof for a real estate pre-purchase, an insurance claim or a council dispute? We provide professional drainage reports including CCTV footage and structural assessments.
Our reports detail the condition of your drainage assets, identifying immediate risks and long-term maintenance requirements — useful for insurers, councils and property managers.
Professional Drainage Reports
CCTV footage + structural assessment
Signs Your Drain May Be Failing
Gurgling & Gulping
A healthy drain makes a quick suction sound. If your sink is gulping or gurgling after the water is gone, air is trapped by a blockage downstream.
Unpleasant Odours
When debris like fat, hair and food get stuck in your trap, they begin to rot. That wet, stagnant smell is a warning that a total blockage is forming.
Slow Water Release
If your toilet, bath or shower is taking longer than usual to clear, there is an obstruction. This could be a simple clog or a more serious outside issue.
Wet Patches / Tree Roots
Brisbane's dry spells and ground movement can crack pipes, inviting tree roots inside. If you see random wet spots in your yard or grass, the problem may already be significant.
Current concern
Gurgling & Gulping
Comprehensive Drainage Index
Every drainage service we offer, explained. Click any item to expand.
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“Great service from Scott — making time on Mothers' Day to fix a blocked pipe. Big thank you from happy customers.”
Common Drain & Blockage Questions
Gurgling usually means air is trapped by a blockage downstream. When water tries to pass a partial obstruction, it creates suction and air pockets that make noise. It's often an early warning that a complete blockage is forming.
Signs include slow drainage across multiple fixtures, recurring blockages, wet patches in your yard or unusually lush grass over the pipe path. A CCTV drain inspection is the only way to confirm root intrusion and assess the extent.
A waterproof high-definition camera is fed through your drain to capture live footage of the pipe interior. It reveals blockages, cracks, root intrusion, collapsed sections and joint failures — all without digging.
Jetting is ideal for grease, silt and root mats in larger lines — the 5000 PSI water pressure scrubs the pipe clean. An electric eel is better for solid obstructions in smaller internal waste lines where mechanical force is needed.
Kitchen blockages are usually caused by solidified fats, oils and food particles coating the pipe walls over time. Even with a garbage disposal, grease accumulates. High-pressure jetting is the most effective way to clear this build-up.
Yes. We provide professional drainage reports that include CCTV footage, structural assessments and condition documentation. These are used for real estate pre-purchase, insurance claims and council disputes where evidence is required.
Yes. Brisbane's intense wet season often overwhelms blocked or undersized stormwater systems. We clear silt and debris from the underground network and assess whether the system can handle your property's runoff.
We use electromagnetic pipe locating equipment with a sonde transmitter attached to the CCTV camera. This traces the exact path and depth of underground pipes through concrete, paving and gardens — no plans required.
Drain Not Flowing?
Don't guess what's underground.
CCTV inspection first. Then clear it properly. QBCC-licensed Brisbane drain specialists with 30+ years experience.
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