Blocked drains are towards the top of the list of city residents’ pet peeves, in our opinion, as long-time Sydney plumbers. Blocked drains are a typical occurrence. In the case of a plumbing emergency, we wanted to offer a bit of what our experienced, certified, and courteous plumbers know about clogged drains in Sydney so that you don’t lose any time or resources.

How to unclog a clogged sink

First and foremost, we need to provide a clear warning to those who may be tempted to disregard it. As soon as you have a problem with your plumbing, it’s tempting to search for “how to repair clogged drains” and attempt to solve it yourself. Plumbers are qualified experts for a reason. Do not try this at home. Attempting to repair a clogged drain on your own is not only a risky endeavour that might end up costing you more money in the long run, but you could also harm or even kill yourself in the process.

Drains may get clogged anywhere in the home. Kitchen sinks, toilets, and even showers may get clogged with hair, grease, and other debris over time.

Once we’ve examined the most frequent reasons for clogged drains, we can focus on the best ways to prevent them:

Dishwashers for the kitchen

Keep food scraps out of the pipes by using a catcher in the kitchen sink drain. They will not be washed away by the water. These may accumulate over time and obstruct the flow of water.

Toilets that won’t flush

The first rule is to avoid flushing anything that shouldn’t be flushed in the first place. The items on the “do not flush” list may come as a surprise to you.

Here’s what you need to know: even if the package says “flushable,” that doesn’t imply it’s safe for your toilet (or the environment). Toilet drains may get clogged by flushable wipes in houses where people do their utmost to keep their drains clean and do not feel they are doing any harm.

In the ancient days, only nature’s calls and toilet paper were flushed down the toilet.

Blockages in the shower drain

When it comes to clogged shower drains, a combination of soap scum and filth and hair is often at blame. After bathing, attempt to remove any stray hairs from the drain.

As soon as water begins to flow more slowly than normal, you’ll know you have a clogged drain in the bathroom since puddles form around the base of the showerhead. Waiting for something to happen is a bad idea. Consult a specialist as soon as possible to prevent further damage