Blocked Drains St Andrews

A drain blockage in your St Andrews property usually announces itself through slow drainage, gurgling sounds from the drain, or water backing up in sinks, showers, or toilets. If water isn't clearing normally or you notice a foul odour near drain outlets, the line is likely restricted or fully blocked. Ignoring warning indicators often leads to overflow, water damage, and more disruptive repairs once the blockage becomes complete.

The cause determines the clearing method. Kitchen drains typically block due to grease and food scraps that solidify and coat the pipe walls. Bathroom drains collect hair, soap residue, and personal care products that form dense clumps over time. External drains and sewer lines are commonly infiltrated by tree roots seeking moisture, especially in properties with established gardens or street trees planted decades ago.

Our plumbers confirm the blockage location and cause using a CCTV drain camera before selecting the clearing approach. For grease and debris buildup, we use high-pressure water jetting to scour the pipe interior and restore near-full capacity. For tree roots, the jetting nozzle is changed to a root-cutting configuration that pulverises the obstruction. If the camera shows structural pipe damage, we explain whether relining or excavation is needed and provide a fixed quote before any additional work proceeds.

Once cleared, we verify flow is restored by running water and confirming drainage speed returns to normal. If the job involves compliance requirements (such as Sydney Water notification for sewer line work), we handle the documentation. The work area is cleaned up, and any debris removed from the site is disposed of appropriately.

You don't need to diagnose what's blocking the drain. A quick call to Fixed Today Plumbing is enough to book the assessment, and we'll confirm the cause onsite and outline the next step before starting work.

When a drainage emergency happens in St Andrews, urgent jobs are prioritised and sent out first. We operate 24/7, including weekends and public holidays, and the nearest available properly licensed NSW plumber is allocated from our West Sydney dispatch point. An ETA is provided when you book, with updates sent if traffic or prior job delays affect arrival timing.

"Immediate dispatch" means the job is assigned to the next available plumber as soon as the booking is confirmed. Arrival timing depends on current workload, distance from the dispatch hub, and traffic conditions at the time. For genuine emergencies involving active flooding, sewage overflow, or gas leakages, we prioritise arrival and aim to get someone onsite as quickly as operationally possible.

Our emergency plumbers carry fully stocked mobile workshops with diagnostic tools, replacement parts, and pipe repair equipment. On arrival, the plumber identifies the fault, explains what's causing it, and confirms the scope before starting work. If the situation requires immediate safety action (such as isolating water or gas supply), that's done first, then the full repair is scoped and quoted.

Emergency callouts are priced the same way as scheduled work: fixed-price quotes provided before we start, with the price determined by the job, not the time of day. There are no hidden after-hours premiums added at the end. To confirm call-out fee status for your St Andrews property, mention your suburb and the nature of the emergency when booking.

Common drainage emergencies we attend include:

• Sewage backing up through floor drains or toilets
• Stormwater drains overflowing during heavy rain
• Burst pipes causing active flooding inside the property
• Blocked drains causing water to pool in bathrooms or laundries
• Gas leaks detected by smell or audible hissing near appliances

All attending technicians are NSW licensed plumbers, uniformed, and able to confirm their identity on arrival. We respect that emergencies are stressful, and we keep communication clear throughout the job. Once the repair is complete, we test the system, verify the fault is resolved, and clean up the work area before leaving.

Hot water system problems in your St Andrews home often present as fluctuating temperatures, no hot water at all, rust-coloured water, or leaks around the tank base. These symptoms usually indicate a failing heating element, a corroded sacrificial anode rod, sediment buildup inside the tank, or a faulty thermostat. In storage systems, the first sign is often rust-coloured water in the morning before the tank has settled.

We assess the system type, age, and fault symptoms to determine whether repair or replacement is the most cost-effective solution. For newer systems still under manufacturer warranty, we repair the faulty component and restore function. For older systems showing multiple signs of deterioration (corrosion, leaks, inconsistent heating), replacement is usually recommended to avoid repeated callouts and escalating repair costs.

Fixed Today Plumbing installs and services all major hot water system types, including electric storage, gas continuous flow, gas storage, and heat pump systems. We work with trusted brands such as Rheem, Dux, Rinnai, Vulcan, Aquamax, and Thermann, and we help you select the system that suits your household size, usage patterns, and budget.

New hot water installations require compliance with AS/NZS 3500 standards, including the mandatory fitting of Tempering Valves (to limit outlet temperature to 50°C and prevent scalding) and Pressure Relief Valves (to prevent tank over-pressurisation). For gas systems, we connect the gas line, perform pressure testing, and issue the required compliance certificate.

Installation timing depends on the system type and site access. Most straightforward changeovers (replacing an existing system in an accessible location) are completed within a few hours once the new unit is onsite. If the installation requires relocating the system, upgrading pipework, or modifying gas lines, we explain the additional scope and adjust the timeline accordingly.

All hot water supply work is backed by our Lifetime Labour Warranty on workmanship, plus the standard manufacturer warranty on the unit and components. If your hot water system fails outside business hours, our emergency plumbers are available 24/7 to restore supply and get your household back to normal.