Blocked drain? Slow drains, bad smells, or overflowing? We clear blocked drains in Ponsonby — same day where possible.
Call Now — We'll Sort It 0800 322 322Ponsonby's 1890s-1930s villas along Ponsonby Road, Franklin Road, and Collingwood Street near Three Lamps still have original earthenware drain pipes underneath. These old clay drains crack, shift, and let roots in — it's the nature of 100+ year old infrastructure.
The commercial strip along Ponsonby Road adds grease-heavy drainage from cafes and restaurants to the mix. Combined with residential root intrusion from mature trees on the side streets, Ponsonby keeps us busy with drain work year-round. Near Western Park, the older sewer connections can also cause issues.
We diagnose with CCTV camera inspection before recommending fixes — so you know exactly what's going on before any work starts.
Slow draining — sinks, shower, or bath taking ages to empty.
Water backing up — toilet or drains overflowing.
Gurgling sounds — air trapped in blocked pipes.
Bad smells — sewage smell from drains or outside.
Wet patches in yard — broken or leaking underground pipe.
Multiple drains slow — blockage in the main sewer line.
Depends on the severity and method needed. A simple blockage is straightforward — tree roots or collapsed pipes take more work. We quote on-site before starting so there are no surprises.
Tree roots in old earthenware pipes are the biggest cause in residential streets. On the Ponsonby Road commercial strip, grease buildup from cafes and restaurants is also a major factor. The 1890s-1930s drainage infrastructure throughout Ponsonby makes root intrusion and pipe failure a constant issue.
Yes. The camera finds the exact problem — location, cause, and severity — so we fix the right thing first time. No digging up your yard on a guess.
Both. We clear the blockage and if the pipe is damaged, we repair or replace the affected section. One tradesman, one visit where possible.
Need a Plumber? Call 0800 322 322 — we'll sort it.
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