Blocked Drain Plumber
24/7 Emergency Service on the Sapphire Coast
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Keogh Plumbing is a Merimbula-based plumbing team specialising in blocked drains across the Sapphire Coast and Bega Valley. We service Merimbula, Bega, Eden, Pambula and the surrounding regions, and we’re available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for your drain emergencies.
Most blockages can be diagnosed and cleared on our first visit to your home. Every job comes with an upfront fixed price before we start work, with no hidden fees.
Common Signs You Have a Blocked Drain
Blocked drains tend to give warning signs before they become a serious problem.
Slow-draining sinks, showers, or baths
Gurgling sounds from a toilet or drain when its in use
Foul smells are coming from drains inside or outside the home
Water pooling around outdoor drains or near the base of a gully trap
Multiple fixtures are backing up at the same time
If you’re seeing any of these signs, it’s worth calling sooner rather than later. A slow drain can turn into a sewage overflow quickly, and the damage from that is far more disruptive than the original fix.
Types of Blocked Drain Problems We Fix
Every blocked drain job we attend is a little different, depending on where it is, what’s causing it, and how long it’s been building up. Here’s how we approach the most common types.
Blocked Shower or
Bath Drain
Hair, soap residue and body product build-up are the most common causes we see. Over time, these materials combine and restrict your water flow. We will assess the blockade and clear it using the best method for the buildup.
Blocked
Kitchen Sink
Grease, cooking oils, and food waste are the usual culprits. Grease in particular will coat the inside of your pipes over time until flow is severely restricted. We clear the build-up and restore the drain to full capacity.
Blocked Stormwater or Outdoor Drain
Leaves, dirt, mud, and garden debris accumulate in outdoor drains over time, and heavy rainfall can compound the problem quickly. When ignored, a blocked stormwater drain can cause water to pool against building foundations.
Blocked Sewer Drain
A sewer blockage is one of the more serious drain problems. Signs include multiple fixtures backing up at once, a persistent sewage smell, or sewage overflowing from a gully trap. We use CCTV drain cameras to diagnose the cause and clear it using the right equipment for the job.
How We Clear Blocked Drains
Booking a blocked drain job with Keogh Plumbing is straightforward. Here is what to expect from the moment you call to the moment your drain is running clear.
- Call or book online. Reach us on 02 6430 7104 or use the online booking form. We will confirm your appointment and give you an estimated arrival window. For emergencies, we aim to get to you the same day.
- We arrive fully equipped. Our plumbers arrive in fully stocked vans carrying jet blasting equipment, drain snakes, and a CCTV drain camera. In most cases, we have everything needed to diagnose and clear your drain on the first visit.
- We inspect and diagnose. Before any work starts, we assess the blockage, where it is, what is causing it, and how bad it has become. For complex or recurring blockages, we use a CCTV drain camera to get a clear picture of what is happening inside the pipe.
- We quote upfront. Once we know what the job involves, we give you a fixed price before we start. No hidden fees, no hourly surprises.
- We clear the blockage. We use the right method for the job, jet blasting for grease, sludge, and tree root intrusions, or a drain snake for smaller pipes and bathroom drain blockages.
- We verify the result. After clearing, we confirm the drain is fully flowing. If our inspection has identified pipe damage, cracking, root penetration, or collapse, we will talk you through your options, including pipe relining as a no-dig repair solution.
How Much Does It Cost to Unblock a Drain?
The cost will depend on where the blockage is, how severe it is, and what method is needed to clear it. A straightforward bathroom drain blockage cleared with a drain snake is a simpler job than a deep sewer line blockage that will need jet blasting and a CCTV inspection, and the price will reflect that.
We provide an upfront fixed quote before any work begins. You will know exactly what the job costs before we start, with no hidden call-out fees and no hourly surprises on the invoice.
Why Choose Keogh Plumbing?
Fully Licensed
& Insured
Local Experts in Merimbula
Transparent, Upfront Pricing
Efficient Workmanship
What the Locals are Saying
Our South Coast Service Area
We provide eco plumbing solutions across the region, including:
Merimbula, Pambula, Eden, Bega, Tura Beach, Tathra, Wolumla, Millingandi, South Pambula, Mirador and surrounds.
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