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Blocked Drain Plumber Eastern Suburbs

Blocked sewer or stormwater drain? Our eastern suburbs team clears it fast with CCTV diagnosis and high-pressure jetting — from $270 + GST, with the price confirmed before we start.
CCTV diagnosis & high-pressure jetting
Clearing from $270 + GST — confirmed upfront
Nearly 40 years experience · 280+ five-star reviews
Blocked Drains Plumber Eastern Suburbs
QUICK ANSWER

What is a blocked drain service?

A blocked drain service locates and clears blockages in sewer and stormwater pipes, then checks the pipe for damage. Doherty Plumbing Solutions clears blocked drains across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs using drain machines, high-pressure water jetting and CCTV cameras to find the cause — tree roots, grease or a collapsed pipe — and fix it properly.

Why Doherty

Nearly 40 years’ experience
280+ five-star reviews
Clearing from $270 + GST
CCTV & high-pressure jetting
Licensed & insured
24/7 emergency callouts
Serving the eastern suburbs
OUR METHOD

How we clear blocked drains

Diagnosis & CCTV inspection
We start by working out where and why the drain is blocked. Straightforward blockages we clear first; where a drain keeps blocking or won’t clear, we run a CCTV drain camera through the line to see the exact cause and location on screen. That tells us whether it’s tree roots, grease build-up, a foreign object or a cracked pipe — so we fix the real problem, not just the symptom.
Clearing: drain machine & high-pressure jetting
Most blockages are cleared mechanically with a drain machine, which cuts through roots and debris. For grease, sludge and stubborn build-up we use high-pressure water jetting — a high-flow nozzle that scours the pipe walls back to full diameter, rather than just punching a hole through the blockage. Jetting clears the line more completely, so it stays clear longer.
Drain repairs & relining
Some drains can’t simply be cleared. Tree roots invade through cracks, ground movement can fracture a pipe, and heavy loads can collapse a section. Where the camera shows damage, we explain what’s needed — a localised repair, pipe relining, or replacing a section — and price it clearly before any digging starts.
Standards & clean-up
All drainage work is carried out by licensed plumbers to Victorian plumbing standards. We also handle sewer and stormwater capping for demolitions, and work on septic systems in the outer eastern suburbs. When the job’s done we clean up after ourselves — and tell you how to avoid the same blockage again.
CHOOSING A METHOD

Drain machine or high-pressure jetting?

We match the method to the blockage. The table below shows the difference.
Drain machine clearHigh-pressure jetting
Best forTree roots and solid blockagesGrease, sludge and a full-line clean
How it worksMechanical cutting headHigh-flow water scours the pipe walls
ResultClears the blockageRestores full pipe diameter
CCTV cameraUsed if the drain keeps blockingRecommended before and after
THE PROCESS
What happens when you call us
Call (03) 9877 5775
1
Call us.
Call (03) 9877 5775 any time, including after hours. We’ll ask a few quick questions about the problem and book a time that suits — often the same day.
2
On-site assessment.
Our plumber locates the blockage and works out the likely cause. If needed, we run a CCTV camera to see exactly what’s going on inside the pipe.
3
Upfront price.
We explain what’s involved and give you a clear price before we start. Drain clearing starts from $270 + GST — no surprises on the invoice.
4
Clear the drain.
We clear the blockage with a drain machine or high-pressure jetting, then check the line is flowing freely again.
5
Check & clean up.
We confirm the drain is clear, flag any damage that needs attention, clean up the site, and let you know how to keep it clear.
Brett Ward, blocked drain specialist at Doherty Plumbing
YOUR SPECIALIST

Meet Brett Ward — your blocked drain specialist

Brett has been clearing blocked drains across Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs for more than 20 years. Whether it’s a slow bathroom sink, a gurgling sewer, or a stormwater system backed up after heavy rain, Brett’s team gets there fast and fixes it properly — with CCTV inspection and high-pressure jetting on every job.
Licensed & insured plumber
20+ years in residential drain clearing
CCTV drain inspection & high-pressure jetting
Blocked sewer & stormwater specialist
Master Plumbers member
DON’T LEAVE IT

Why a blocked drain shouldn’t wait

If you leave it
Wastewater can back up into sinks, showers and toilets
A small blockage becomes a full blockage — and a bigger bill
Standing water and sewage are a health hazard
Tree roots and cracks keep getting worse underground
With Doherty Plumbing
The blockage is cleared fast, often the same day
CCTV finds the real cause, so it’s fixed properly
Upfront pricing — you know the cost before we start
Advice to help prevent it happening again
FAQS

Blocked drain questions

Blocked sewer and stormwater drains start from $270 + GST. The final price depends on the severity and location of the blockage, and whether a camera inspection or repair is needed. We confirm the cost with you upfront, before any work begins — so there are no surprises on the invoice.

The most common cause is tree roots growing into the pipe through small cracks, then catching debris until the drain blocks completely. Grease and fat from kitchen sinks, hair from showers and basins, and foreign objects flushed down toilets are the other culprits we see most often across the eastern suburbs.

Yes, when it’s needed. Most blockages clear without one, but if a drain keeps blocking or won’t clear, we run a CCTV drain camera through the line. It shows the exact cause and location on screen, so we can tell you whether it’s roots, a blockage or a damaged pipe.

It can be. An overflowing toilet, sewage backing up indoors, or a completely blocked drain is a health risk and shouldn’t wait. We’re available 24/7 for drain emergencies across the eastern suburbs — call (03) 9877 5775 any time and we’ll get a licensed plumber to you as quickly as possible.

Clearing removes the blockage so the drain flows again. Relining repairs the pipe itself — a new lining is formed inside the existing pipe to seal cracks and stop roots returning, without digging up your yard. If our camera shows the pipe is damaged, we’ll explain whether clearing, relining or replacement is right.
SERVICE AREA

Blocked drains across the eastern suburbs

We clear blocked drains for homes and businesses right across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs. Based in Burwood, we reach most surrounding suburbs quickly — and we’re available 24/7 when a blocked drain can’t wait.
MAIN SERVICE AREAS
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Doherty Plumbing Solutions

Office hours: Mon–Fri 8:00am–4:30pm
24/7 emergency callouts available
EXPLORE SERVICES

Our plumbing services

Here’s where to go for more detail on the other jobs we handle.
Repairs, maintenance and installs for taps, toilets, pipes and everyday plumbing.
Repairs, servicing and new installs for gas, electric and continuous-flow systems.
Fast response to burst pipes and hidden leaks, before they cause damage.
Licensed gas fitting, leak detection and carbon monoxide testing — safety first.
Roof leak repairs, gutters and downpipes to protect your property from water damage.
Prompt plumbing repairs and maintenance to help keep your business running with less disruption.
REVIEWS

What eastern suburbs locals say

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Fully licensed and insured plumbers serving Melbourne’s Eastern and South Eastern suburbs – nearly 40 years of high-quality, professional plumbing for homes and businesses.
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