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Dealing with a blocked toilet drain in Melbourne? Call Drain Fixers and we’ll sort it out!
We’re the experts when it comes to blocked toilet drain repairs. We don’t do patch-up jobs, but instead, get to the root cause of the blockage, so you don’t deal with the issue on repeat!
Don’t put up with a gurgling or overflowing toilet. Contact Drain Fixers today and we’ll get that blocked toilet drain solved, once and for all.
Call in the professional drain repairers if:
Your toilet drain might be blocked for a range of reasons. These include:
Here’s a step-by-step explanation of how we fix your blocked toilet drain.
We assess the toilet to check what’s going on, whether it’s gurgling, has a slow flush, is backing up, or overflowing. We also check if other drains are impacted, which indicates how far into the pipe the blockage is occurring.
If it’s a recurring blocked toilet, we use CCTV drain inspection to find out what’s causing it. This involves feeding a drain camera into the pipe to locate the blockage and identify the cause (a blockage, scale, tree roots, or pipe damage).
If appropriate, we clear any immediate obstructions using a professional plunger or toilet snake. If the problem is further along the system, we use high-pressure water jetting to dislodge waste and break up any grease or mineral build-up inside your pipes.
If the CCTV footage showed us an obstruction, such as a tree root intruding into your sewer line, we may recommend hi-tech robotic cutting to remove it.
If the pipe needs replacing, we try to replace it from within using pipe relining. This is an effective way to build a new pipe within your old pipe, without having to dig up your backyard.
In those rare situations where pipe relining isn’t viable, drain replacement (which involves digging) may be required. This is always treated as the last resort, and we make our best efforts to minimise the dig area.
Whichever toilet drain clearing method we use, we always finish off with a final test of your toilet. We flush it multiple times to ensure proper flow. We also check nearby drains to make certain the blockage is all clear.
It certainly makes sense to try to unblock the toilet yourself, especially if the blockage is caused by overuse of toilet paper or there’s a blockage from an unflushable item. Use a plunger or toilet snake (toilet auger) for this, if you have either handy. If you manage to unblock the toilet, ensure you flush it a few times before next use.
If you remove the initial blockage, but still notice problems with the toilet drain, you might need to turn to qualified toilet drain plumbers, like Drain Fixers. We offer a range of sewer pipe services at competitive rates.
DIY methods likely won’t work if you’re dealing with a blockage further along in the sewer pipe. So call Drain Fixers if you notice that:
These signs hint at a blockage at sewer level, potentially caused by pipe damage from tree roots, or heavy build-up of debris in the pipe. Our professional plumbers will need to examine the pipes with a CCTV drain camera, and potentially blast out the pipes with high-pressure hydro jetting. Sewer pipe repairs or drain replacement may also be necessary.
You don’t really need to clean out a toilet drain like you would other drains in your bathroom (like the sink and shower). A toilet drain should operate well enough with regular flushing, and ensuring that non-flushable items aren’t placed in the toilet.
If you do notice ongoing, minor slow-draining issues, you can occasionally use a toilet snake or an enzyme cleaner (preferably biodegradable) to help maintain flow. Remember, never pour boiling water into the toilet, as it can damage your pipes, and also avoid harsh chemical cleaners, as they aren’t great for the environment.
