What counts as a blocked drain?
A blocked drain may show up as a sink that empties slowly, a toilet that will not clear, a shower that pools water or an outdoor drain that overflows. Say which fixture is affected and whether other drains changed at the same time.
A recurring blockage, bad smell, gurgling sound or water returning after a temporary fix is useful information. Do not use repeated chemical treatments if they could create a hazard for the person who attends.
Different drain symptoms
- One fixture only: identify the sink, shower, toilet or basin and explain how quickly it drains.
- Several fixtures: note whether the kitchen, bathroom, laundry or floor wastes are affected together.
- Outdoor drainage: describe stormwater pits, grates, downpipes or pooling near the building.
- Recurring issue: say when the blockage returns and what has already been tried.
What to include in the enquiry
Share the exact suburb, fixture, symptom, timing and whether the property is occupied. If there is sewage, active overflow or water damage, state that clearly. If it is safe, keep people and pets away from contaminated water and contact the relevant emergency service if there is immediate danger.
For a Frankston-specific blocked drain enquiry, read the Frankston blocked drain page. For broader outdoor drainage, see stormwater plumbing.
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South east coverage
Start with the exact suburb, including Frankston, Cranbourne, Mordialloc, Carrum Downs, Dandenong, Pakenham, Mornington, Berwick, Narre Warren or Mentone. Coverage depends on the job and the provider's current run sheet.