Blocked drains serve to be a major problem for any renter or property owner in Australia. Organic and foreign materials that build up in kitchen sink drains, toilets and bathtubs can result in many minor and major plumbing issues.

If your trusty plunger is not capable of removing the blockage, you need to hire a professional plumber or blocked drain expert to clean and clear your blocked drain before it leads to more aggressive plumbing problems.

High-pressure jetting serves to be one of the most viable solutions to clear blocked drains professionally. This is the method most plumbers will turn to dislodge stubborn blockages from your pipes. Let’s learn more about it. 

REASONS FOR BLOCKED DRAINS

Blocked drains might start as minor problems that you could not even notice at first. However, they can quickly escalate into major plumbing problems. Preventative plumbing starts with knowing what can and cannot go down a drain. If everyone in your household is aware of what to do with the regular blocked drain causing materials, then you’re already looking out for your pipes in the best possible way. 

Here are some main offenders to causing blocked drains for our Sydney customers:

• Food Scraps 

  Next time you scrape your plate, post-dinner, into the sink and let the drain take away the scraps think again. All those little bits of food, fat, grease and vegetables will become stuck in your pipes.

• Wet wipes and ‘flushable’ wipes

  At VIP Drains we’ve never met a wet wipe we liked. Wet wipes and ‘flushable’ wipes are the bane of all plumbers. These bad boys are not meant to be flushed and will clog your main sewer line, leading to fatbergs in no time at all. The only thing to the flushed are the 3 P’s: Pee, Poo, Paper (toilet paper).

• Hair 

  Hair is one of the major culprits for drain blockages. Once lodged in a drain, hair easily binds with grease and other substances leading to substantial clogs which are hard to shift yourself.

• Soap 

  Traditional soap bars are usually made out of fat or grease. The fat in soaps combines with minerals present in water for leaving a hard residue – referred to as soap scum. It is responsible for clogging pipes and staining fittings.

• Dirt 

  Ever washed off some muddy work boots straight into the sink? Yep, that mud will sit there in your drain. Dirt can build up in the pipes very quickly and cause clogging.

• Mineral Buildup 

  Minerals that are dissolved in hard water can eventually build up with time. These can lead to insoluble masses for blocking your drains easily. Clogs due to mineral buildup are difficult to deal with. Therefore, you can hire professionals to ensure the best results.

• Tree Roots 

  The smallest leaks or cracks in the underground pipes can easily attract tree root growth. Once the roots are inside the pipes, they can easily grow while restricting water flows and leading to pipe damage.

SYMPTOMS OF BLOCKED DRAINS 

A drain or pipe that slowly blocks up over time can be asymptomatic for a while. But then, once the blockage affects the drainage and water flow, a blocked drain becomes easily obvious. 

Blocked drains are prevented when you understand what you can and cannot pass through a drain AND you know the warning signs to look for.

Here are signs of blocked drains to look out for:

• Unpleasant Odors 

  If the drain in your property is blocked, it will ultimately start to smell. A foul smell emanating from the drains is a telltale sign of some blockage happening underneath. As food materials and other organic elements get clogged into the drains, they start decomposing. Gross.

• Water Draining Slowly 

  Another sure symptom of a clogged drain is that water starts flowing through it gradually. When the drains are badly clogged, water might not drain at all.

• A Gurgling Sound 

  As you run the tap or flush the toilet, you might hear a gurgling sound if drains are blocked. This occurs due to air that has been trapped in the pipes before getting pushed through the system.

WHAT IS HIGH-PRESSURE JETTING? 

A blocked drain can lead to a myriad of problems for your property. From backed up toilets to broken pipes. When you hire professional help, one effective way the blocked drain specialists use to clear your drains is high pressure jetting.

This technique is capable of unblocking all kinds of clogs while keeping the drains clean and well-maintained. 

We all know the power of water. The process of high pressure jetting makes use of a water spray of extremely high pressure to blast through drainage pipes.

High pressure jetting is capable of dealing with all types of blockages in the plumbing system, flushing out even thick or hard set debris that is stuck to the pipes, with minimal mess and in the shortest time period. 

Professional plumbers use the process of high pressure jetting for unblocking your drains or descaling and cleaning the drainage system.

The process results in removing all debris while allowing the water to flow freely, as it should. When you book in a high pressure jetting service from a professional plumber, they make use of a compact unit for pumping water across a nozzle at around 4000psi 36 liters every minute.

The immense pressure that is exerted onto the water helps in propelling the hose up towards any blockage. The hole at the nozzle is directed towards the blockage that gets washed away by the force of water. 

With High-Pressure jetting, the force of water is so powerful that drains usually get unblocked within a few minutes.

WHAT CAN BE CLEARED WITH HIGH-PRESSURE JETTING?

Common types of drain blockages that high pressure water jetting is capable of clearing are:

• Soap scum
• Scale build up
• Hair
• Fat and grease build up
• Waste build up
• Smaller tree roots

WHY IS A PROFESSIONAL PLUMBER RECOMMENDED FOR THIS METHOD? 

Any type of blocked drain could be considered a plumbing emergency and should be dealt with by a professional. As well we this, any type of machinery that you use on your home (especially a part of your home as important as your pipe and drain system) should be handled by a licenced professional.
Lastly, if your sewer line is blocked, please save yourself the mess and hassle and let a pro handle the job. 
If you’re unsure as to how extensive your blocked drain issue is, you can schedule a CCTV drain camera inspection first to see what it is you’re dealing with.

When you hire a professional plumber for high-pressure jetting, here are some benefits you can expect:

• Improved Drainage Systems 

  Drain clogging serves to be a recurring problem for most homeowners in Australia. When you hire a professional to do the job, you can look forward to removing the blockages easily without any hassle.

• Saving Time and Money 

  When you routinely hire professional services to maintain the drainage system, you can prevent major problems in the long run. A professional plumber or drain cleaner can help you in saving both time and money on the overall future costs.

• Professional Solutions 

  High-pressure drain jetting is a high-tech solution for drain cleaning. Therefore, you can expect professional results for your property.

If you are facing a blocked drain issue at your residence, first learn who is responsible for a blocked drain, and you can even try some natural blocked drain cleaning solutions if it’s a minor blockage.

Make the most of the professional services offered by our blocked drain experts and experienced plumbers offering cutting-edge high-pressure drain jetting services. You can speak with our team today or book an appointment, here.