Blocked Drains & Sewer

Blocked Drains Lismore

We Clear Blocked Drains in Lismore & Surrounds

Get Your Water Flowing Again

Whether you have a blocked drain or a sewage leak, the team at TJM Plumbing in Lismore have the tools and knowledge to resolve the problem.

With highly advanced equipment, we can pinpoint the location of drains, cables and electrical conduit in your property.

Our team can then use CCTV cameras to accurately diagnose the issue, all without ripping up your turf!

Our drainage services include:

Unblocking drains & sewers
Servicing & installing septic tanks
Fixing funky smelling drains

And much more!

We’ll remove a host of blockages with high-pressure water jetting gear, from grease and foreign objects to tree roots and solid matter.

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Ensure Safety & Prevent Damage

Without intervention, blocked drains can wreak havoc on your property, creating an unsanitary environment and causing damage to your furniture. For commercial or industrial businesses, this can hinder your operations significantly.

The symptoms of a blocked drain include, but are not limited to:

Slow draining
Strange odours
Gurgling noises
Overflowing sewage
Excess water or flooding

If you’re experiencing these drainage issues, speak to the team at TJM Plumbing. We can save you a lot of time, money and hassle through efficient and cost-effective repairs. Based in Lismore, we service clients from Ballina, Nimbin, Byron Bay and Alstonville; through to Kyogle, Goonellabah and Casino.

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CCTV Drain Camera & Service Location

All of our technicians’ trucks are equipped with CCTV Drain Camera’s that enable them to position and manoeuvre a camera within the drain. This technology allows them to see exactly what the problem is via a video monitor at ground level.

We use highly advanced locating equipment that allows our technicians to pinpoint exactly where drains and other services lie, by tracking an electrical current that has been either attached to the service, or inserted into the drain.

This enables us to accurately establish the exact location of the service we’re tracking as well as the depth. It’s pretty clever.

TJM Plumbing are fully equipped with all of the latest equipment and technology to clear and clean blocked sewers.

From electric eels, to high pressure water jets, we’ll be able to solve the problem on your property and put you at ease.

Our drain cameras allow us to firstly locate the problem areas and then after the blockage has been cleared, check to make sure the problem has been completely removed.

If required, we can even provide video footage for the purpose of insurance claims, etc.

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Here are some of the effects of blocked drains

Property Damage

We’ve seen many scenarios, where a blocked drain has caused the sewer to surcharge inside the home, which has lead to carpets being flooded, furniture being ruined and appliances getting destroyed. Much of the time resulting in these items needing to be replaced and often at the expense of the resident. Things like carpets are very hard to clean and sanitise completely, once it has been drenched in dirty water, so often the only way to fix it, is to replace it.

Structural Damage

There was an instance in Lismore, where a blocked drain has been the cause of cracks in walls and ceilings. As drains leak water, they also suck in surrounding earth which compromises structural stability. This can be a huge expense and an engineering nightmare, sometimes resulting in sections of homes to be, excavated, propped, patched, or even rebuilt.

Loss of Productivity

TJM Plumbing has been called to jobs where a blocked sewer has forced warehouses and factories to stop operating.
The unsanitary nature of a surcharging sewer will close your work place down if it’s affecting workers. There’s no way around it other than eliminating the problem and clearing the health risk, making it safe for people to return.

Blocked Drain Signs

Some of the common signs of an existing, or impending blocked drain are things like:

Drains gurgling
Strange and unpleasant odours
Your toilets, baths, or showers draining slowly
Knocking sounds when you flush a toilet
Water coming out of your floor wastes
Water coming out of the gully in your garden

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Blocked Drain Frequently Asked Questions

One of the most common reasons to call a plumber in Lismore is to clear blocked drains. Luckily, the friendly plumbers here at TJM Plumbing are to help!

Here are some questions you might have with answers that will help you find the right solution for the issue you’re having.

What are the signs of a blocked drain?

There are several indications that might tell you that you have a blocked drain. The most obvious is that water isn’t draining and could be backing up into the sinks, tubs or toilets in your house. You might also notice unpleasant smells coming from the drain or strange sounds emanating from the drains. This might be a gurgling or bubbling sound that occurs when water is trying to get around the blockage.

What causes a blocked drain?

The most common reason you might have a blocked drain is that you’re putting things down that should go in the trash can instead. In your toilets, the only thing that you should flush down is toilet tissue and human waste, not baby wipes, cleaning wipes or anything else. In your sinks, avoid putting down large food waste, paper or anything else that might clog the drain. Sometimes, tree roots from outside can block your drains as well.

What should you do about a blocked drain?

Most of the time, it’s not a good idea to try to clear a blocked drain yourself. This can cause the blockage to become more impacted and harder to remove and you could wind up with damage to your pipes and plumbing system if you don’t have the proper tools and experience to get the job done right. You should always call a trained plumber to assess the blockage and who can determine the appropriate tools for clearing it.

What if I don’t take care of my blocked drains properly?

Besides the inconvenience, there are several reasons to have your drains unblocked as soon as possible. Leaving them can lead to an unsafe and unsanitary environment that can make you and your family sick. It can also lead to flooding that can cause structural damage to your home as well as ruining carpets, furniture and appliances in your home. When you have a blocked drain and need a plumber in Lismore, call us here at TMJ Plumbing.