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Can highly recommend all the team at Drain Fixers for their great service their expertise and their honesty.Second time I've used them and they go above and beyond.They not only do a great job but to me they take pride in doing a good job and also give great advice to help resolve any problems.thanks again
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Very prompt, professional and great work by Louis and colleague (apologies for not remembering your name) for a successful result. All done with a minimum of fuss.
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I was very happy with how efficiently the two guys went about doing the job and not damaging anything in the process.
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Very professional trustworthy professionals I had doing works at my house. Highly recommend
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Thanks for acting so promptly. We had some major problems and they were sorted very quickly. Great service from Tim, Ishka and the team.
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We are so happy with the service provided by the Drain Fixers team!! Our family property has had recurring sewer blocks from external tree roots for decades, and we have had a terrible time with local council (who care more about saving problematic trees than keeping sewers clear and hygenic) and water infrastructure authorities to ever get a permanent solution. Even with comprehensive reports from numerous plumbing contractors (including ones chosen by the water authorities) stating the problem was not on our property and therefore should not be our responsibility or continued expense, the reports continued to be ignored for YEARS. When we noticed the drain was partially blocked again (usually at least once a year), we decided to finally take action and get CCTV evidence of the issue to provide more comprehensive proof to the authorities yet again. Based on other reviews, we contacted Tim at the Drain Fixers, who was extremely helpful, understanding, and responsive from the first phone contact. Unfortunately, he had heard of plenty of other people who had also had the same experience with councils and those responsible for sewer . The team quickly arranged for Charlie to attend and clear the partial block and then complete the CCTV process. We received proof and a full report of the issue, detailing who was responsible for payment, our repair options and recommendation, and quotes for each of the sections that fell under private and public land responsibility. They also sent the evidence and assessment to our water authority, requesting they respond and repair their portion ASAP. Due to many years of previous reports being ignored, we decided to go ahead and have the full drain pipe relined at our expense with the intention of seeking a refund from the water authority (still pending response). We figured there was no point having our section clear while the public portion was still at risk of blockage while we waited for them to respond and/or finally act. Charlie and Louis attended and completed the relining. Both were highly professional and happy to explain everything, answer questions, and left the site clean. They are both great representatives of Drain Fixers and took pride in doing a great job! It's such a relief knowing the drain will no longer block and continue to be an ongoing expense, and I don't have to worry about the sewer overflowing every time there is a heavy downpour. By the way, we still haven't had a response from the water authority...but it's worth mentioning that within a week of having our pipe relined they had to attend further down the road and unblock the pipes, so I guess they are well aware of the issue and are choosing to still offer temporary fixes. Unfortunately for our neighbours, the issue has now become their battle and expense, but I at least know our toilets will not gurgle this winter when I do a load of washing!! 🙂 Thanks again to the Drain Fixers team, I highly recommend them and can't emphasise enough the honesty and integrity they provide their customers!!
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Exceptional service! was prompt, professional, and fixed the issue quickly. Highly recommend!" Very satisfied with the work done by drain fixers. They were knowledgeable, courteous, and efficient.More than Five stars 🌟 Lucky
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Highly recommend - great communication, very punctual and thorough work. Cost was as stated in the initial quote - no nasty surprises. Explained everything well on the day and they even send a thorough report including the camera footage they took of the drains when finished and have an easy online payment system.
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Tim and the Team from Drain Fixers were fantastic. Great service with everything clearly explained. No hidden extras and clear communication on what was required and when they would attend. The txt messages advising that they were on their way and when they expected to arrive was fantastic. The boys were polite, quiet and cleaned up after the job. Great value for money. Would highly recommend Drain Fixers to clear your drains and carry out any relining work.
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Excellent service highly recommended, the work was done very professionally, they had no hesitation in explaining , what was being done, .... totally transparent , very professional , drain surroundings were also cleaned up.

Drain Solutions for Strata Properties in Melbourne Drains

Dealing with a blocked drain on strata property can be challenging. Oftentimes there’s pushback from individual property owners and insurance companies. It’s crucial for strata managers to gain a proper assessment and diagnosis of the drain issue to be able to prove the case for repairs.

Drain Fixers offer a free CCTV Drain Camera Inspection for strata properties. By feeding a camera through the drain system, we’re able to inspect the entire interior surface of your strata sewer pipes. We do this without any digging, so nobody on the property is inconvenienced.

When is a CCTV Drain Inspection for a Strata Property Needed?

Drainage systems on strata properties are often complex, with drains shared between multiple dwellings. A CCTV drain inspection can effectively help to diagnose a drain problem without disrupting residents and without digging up shared lawns and gardens.

Consider a CCTV drain inspection when:

  • Residents complain of slow drains, blocked drains, or recurring sewer blockages
  • Tree roots are suspected to be entering the pipes
  • The building has old drainage infrastructure
  • Drain damage needs to be documented for repairs, budgeting, or insurance purposes
  • Evidence is needed for an owners corporation general meeting.

CCTV drain inspection footage makes it easier for strata managers and owners corporations to decide on the best course of action for a repair.

Advantages of Using CCTV Drain Cameras to Inspect Drains

Pinpoint the Exact Location of the Problem
Using CCTV Drain Cameras removes the guesswork involved with identifying the location of and cause of a blockage. Rather than digging where we think the problem might be, the camera shows us the exact location. It’s quick, quiet, clean and effective.

Avoid Unnecessary Digging
It’s important to minimise disruption when multiple residents may be affected. We don’t need to dig up pipes to find the site of the sewer problem. CCTV drain inspections mean less damage to shared gardens and driveways, and less noise and mess.

Save Money
Excavating sewer pipes takes time and can be costly, especially if driveways, garden beds, or lawns are disturbed. CCTV drain inspections, combined with no-dig drain repair, can save time and significant expense.

How We Repair Drains on Strata Properties

Step 1

We conduct a free, CCTV drain inspection to accurately diagnose the cause or causes of the blocked or damaged drain. As part of this, we make note of the exact locations of any obstructions or damaged sewer pipes.

Step 2

We provide you with a copy of the footage of our CCTV drain inspection, so you can present it to involved parties.

Step 3

We recommend the best solution for repairing the drain issue. Solutions could involve:

  • Hydro jetting to clean out a blockage
  • Robotic cutting to remove things like tree roots or other obstructions
  • Pipe relining, which involves creating a viable new pipe within the old pipe, using a special resin liner.

Drain Fixers specialise in no-dig solutions for drain repair, however in some cases, Pipe Replacement may be necessary. We do our best to minimise the dig area, and ensure we do a proper clean up job after the work is complete.

Why Choose Drain Fixers?

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Drain Fixers are trusted by strata managers across Melbourne. We operate to the highest Australian standards, with all work compliant with Victorian Building Authority (VBA) regulations and AS/NZS 4020 for plumbing products. Our exclusive 50-year warranty on pipe relining gives you peace of mind no other Melbourne provider can match.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Strata property drain issues are often caused by:

  • Blockages
  • Intrusion from tree roots
  • Ageing sewer pipes
  • Collapsed or damaged pipes

Because drains are often shared between units, it can make identifying the cause of a blocked or damaged drain more complicated, which is why a CCTV drain inspection, performed by experts on strata property drain systems, is so helpful.

It varies depending on the type and the extent of the damage. Drain Fixers offers a free CCTV drain inspection to accurately diagnose the issue, and we also provide a free quote. This can help strata managers give residents an accurate idea of likely costs.

For a drain inspection, residents can stay put. CCTV drain assessments are quiet, and don’t involve digging.

When it comes to drain repairs, we try our best to use minimally-invasive methods, like pipe relining, so residents shouldn’t need to vacate. It’s only in the event that pipe relining isn’t viable and drain repair is required, that there’s a chance residents need to vacate, however often works are completed outdoors, and residents are minimally impacted.

On strata properties, typically the owners corporation is responsible for repairs to shared drains. Costs are covered collectively, and CCTV footage can help clearly demonstrate the problem to support approval of the repair and any insurance claims.