Blocked Drains

Blocked Drains Canberra

Reliable & Friendly Canberra Blocked Drain Services

Murrumbidgee Plumbing & Gas provides a fast, competent solution to the blocked drains Canberra homes and businesses suffer from.


The company has been serving customers in Canberra for more than twenty years.


Professional, reliable, skilled and fairly priced, when you need your drains cleared or maintained, we're here to help.


Call on 0476 292 293.

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Blocked Drain Signs

The signs that suggest your drain may be blocked include:

  • Backflow into your toilet, sink or bath.
  • Slow draining water from your sink or shower.
  • Odd noises when water is released into the drainage system.
  • An unpleasant odour outside, with no obvious cause.
  • A patch of outdoor dampness that doesn't dry out.
  • An overflowing outdoor drain.
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Is My Blocked Drain An Emergency?

Key signs that your blocked drain requires immediate attention include:

  • Raw sewage backing up into your sanitaryware.
  • Uncontrolled flow of sewage in your home or outside.
  • If the blockage means your property is without sanitation.
  • If your property is home to vulnerable occupants, such as the elderly, infirm or children.

The team at Murrumbidgee Plumbing & Gas provides a 24-hour drain clearing service.


If your blocked drain fits any of the circumstances described above, or it's causing your family distress, give us a call and we'll attend promptly to clear it for you.

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Possible Causes Of A Blocked Drain

Some common causes of a blocked drain are given below:

  • A build-up of hair, grease or food detritus.
  • Inappropriate items flushed down the toilet.
  • A tree root that's penetrated into the drainage pipe.
  • Pipe subsidence or wear on the inside of the pipe.

If you are experiencing repeated blockages with no obvious cause, your pipework may need relining or replacing. If necessary we will discuss remedial options with you as part of our drain cleaning service.

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Our Blocked Drain Solutions Are Unrivalled

When you call Murrumbidgee Plumbing & Gas requesting assistance with a blocked drain, we'll make sure we have all the information we need before attending at your convenience.


On arrival, we'll quickly diagnose the cause of the blockage and determine its location. Once we know what we're dealing with, we'll discuss the options available to solve the problem. 


We always provide a transparent, complete quote before starting work. There are never hidden extras or additional charges.


There are a number of different treatments for a blocked drain, such as the use of a plumber's plunger, a mechanical drain snake (augur) or hydro jetting. We have invested in high-grade, advanced equipment. This ensures we can successfully clear almost any blockage, quickly and correctly. Our time-served, knowledgeable plumbers can successfully clear tricky blockages in addition to straightforward problems.


All our work is carried out with as little disruption to your property and its occupants as possible. We prioritise your safety at all times. 


Our aim is always to provide 100% satisfaction, leaving your drain in full working order.

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Remedial Work On Your Drainage System

If drainage pipes block repeatedly, they may need relining or replacing. In these circumstances, we recommend a CCTV inspection of the pipework. The information from the CCTV enables us to quickly spot any problems that may be contributing to blockages. 

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Blocked Drain Prevention

Although a blocked drain can't always be prevented, these straightforward tips will reduce the risk!

  • Only flush the "3ps" down the toilet: poop, pee and paper.
  • Supervise younger children in the bathroom to ensure toys or other inappropriate objects don't get flushed down the toilet.
  • Don't dispose of grease down the sink.
  • Install hair traps in your bath and shower.
  • Ensure your pipework is in good condition - if you haven't scheduled a pipe inspection in the past five years, give us a call to book one.
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