Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Blocked Drain Services in Sydney | DRAINS R US
Established in 1959, DRAINS R US has built a reputation as Sydney's premier blocked drain specialists, serving Northern Beaches, Northern Suburbs, Upper North Shore, and Lower North Shore for over 60 years. Our family-owned business combines decades of hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology, including high-pressure hydro jetting, CCTV drain inspections, and electronic locating systems. We exclusively focus on sewer and stormwater drainage solutions, ensuring every job is performed by licensed plumbers with minimum 40 years' industry experience.Our commitment to honest advice and thorough service has earned us a loyal client base, with over 50% of our work coming from repeat customers and referrals. Fully insured with $20 million public liability coverage, we prioritise prompt, reliable service through 2-hour windowed appointments and 24/7 emergency response capabilities.
Services
Blocked Drain Services
Water Jet Drain Clearing
CCTV Drain Inspection
Electronic Drain Locating
Electric Eel Drain Clearing
Details
- Year established: 1959
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of dedicated drainage expertise
- Our plumbers have minimum 40 years' industry experience
- We use advanced hydro jetting and CCTV inspection technology
- We provide 24/7 emergency drain clearing services
- We carry $20 million public liability insurance coverage
Associations and certifications
- Contractor Licence No. L8884
What people say
Prompt emergency response
Thorough CCTV diagnostics
Effective tree root removal
Honest professional advice
Long-term maintenance solutions
Services
Water Jet Drain Clearing
Our high-pressure water jetting technology effectively clears blockages in sewer lines and stormwater drains. Using specialized nozzles, we remove waste build-up and tree root intrusions from various pipe materials. This non-invasive method provides thorough cleaning while minimising property disruption.
CCTV Drain Camera Inspection
We conduct detailed internal pipe inspections using advanced CCTV equipment. This allows visual diagnosis of blockage causes, tree root damage, and pipe defects without excavation. The system provides real-time video evidence and precise location data for accurate repairs.
Electronic Drain Locating
Our electronic locating systems identify underground drain positions with depth and direction measurements. This technology pinpoints hidden access points, damaged sections, and tree root intrusion locations. It's essential for planning repairs and avoiding accidental damage during construction.
Tree Root Intrusion Removal
We specialise in eliminating tree root blockages using high-pressure water jetting equipment. Our four-step process cuts, removes, and flushes root growth while preserving pipe integrity. Post-treatment inspections ensure complete clearance and identify potential future issues.
Preventive Drain Maintenance
Regular maintenance programs prevent blockages through scheduled cleaning and inspections. We focus on removing regrowth in high-risk areas and identifying early signs of pipe damage. This proactive approach reduces emergency call-outs and extends drainage system lifespan.
People
Mark
Owner
With over 40 years' plumbing experience, Mark leads our team of specialists. He provides expert assessments and honest advice, prioritising proper drainage solutions over unnecessary repairs. His hands-on approach ensures every job meets our high standards.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We cover Northern Beaches, Northern Suburbs, Upper North Shore, and Lower North Shore areas of Sydney.
Do you offer emergency services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency drain clearing services for urgent blockage situations.
How do you locate underground drains?
We use electronic locators with CCTV cameras to accurately determine drain position, depth, and direction.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, direct transfers, and cash payments for our services.
Are your plumbers licensed?
All our technicians hold current plumbing licenses with minimum 40 years' industry experience.
Do you provide maintenance programs?
Yes, we offer scheduled maintenance plans to prevent blockages and extend drainage system lifespan.
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Reviews (6)
Tony Gee
Oct 23, 2021
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James and Casper did a great job of locating and fixing a sunken sewerage pipe in a tricky spot in my back garden! Highly recommend!
Mike Davidson
Oct 11, 2021
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Massive thanks to Pat, James and Casper who diagnosed and swiftly resolved our blocked stormwater drain issue, involving firstly unblocking the pipe, then excavating and replacing the damaged areas with new pipe. We will no longer be swimming in our garage. Rang on Saturday, all fixed by Wednesday afternoon (wasn't an emergency, just needed doing). Very professional, polite and friendly, and no hidden charges. Thanks again guys. Highly recommended.
David Gale
Apr 25, 2021
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Like a lot of the previous reviews, we could not be happier with the service provided by Pat, Casper and the Sydney Blocked Drains team. Their professionalism, communication and hard work was exemplary and we are just so happy with the work that they have done for us. Thanks again guys!
Emma Pedruco
Apr 19, 2021
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The gentleman that came was absolutely fantastic! He was so lovely and professional! I had actually had another guy come before to try to unblock a toilet and he told me he fixed it but he had not! So I called sydney blocked drains and they came that day and fixed it, and they were very reasonably priced! Will definitely use again and I have recommended them to everyone!
Tony Ventura
Mar 08, 2021
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Great service and quality workmanship! We encountered a blockage that led to an overflow on our property. In very short notice, Patrick was there to help and get the job done efficiently. Patrick went a step further in his service and diagnosed the blockage which was found to be in Sydney Waters sewer main. This has allowed us to have an open dialogue with Sydney Water to further prevent this issue occurring. Well done to Patrick and his team for an excellent job, I highly recommend Sydney Blocked Drains for anyone in need of their services.
Oleg Kolesnik
Jun 24, 2020
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Absolutely impressed by the amazing work Pat and the team have done - James and Nick. Weve moved in to our new place and quickly found problems with both our stormwater and sewage drainage. Storm water wasnt draining at all collecting into a giant puddle in the front yard with every large rainfall. Sewage was blocked and another plumber we hired didnt solve the problem but charged us $$$ for unnecessary work. Lucky we got in touch with Sydney Blocked Drains. Team quickly fixed the storm water problem with new pipes and storm water pits. Great care was taken at all steps of the process
