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Drain Solutions Blog
Drain problem and want to know what is causing it?
Yes, job stories and drain guides from real Melbourne jobs are below.
Call 0413 522 220 and talk it through. You get the options and an honest opinion.
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Our Blog
Drainage blog posts from Drain Solutions answer your questions before you call. The posts below cover blocked sewers, tree root blockages, CCTV drain camera inspections, no-dig pipe relining, vacuum truck work and underground service locating. Each one starts with the answer, then shows what was found and how it was fixed.
Need help now? Call 0413 522 220 or book online.
Underground Utility Locating St Kilda: Before Excavation
Drain Solutions located buried water, gas, electrical and communication lines in St Kilda before excavation began, with depth marked. Call 0413 522 220.
Cast Iron Sewer Descaling Melbourne: 100mm Rust Scale Removed
Heavy rust scale removed from a 100mm cast iron sewer drain in Melbourne with a chain flail and water jetting. Call Drain Solutions on 0413 522 220 today.
Underground Power Locating Melbourne: John Cain Arena
Underground power locating at John Cain Arena in the Melbourne Park precinct, mapping cable depth and alignment. Call Drain Solutions on 0413 522 220.
CCTV Sewer Inspection Toorak: Sewer Defect Found
Blocked drains that keep coming back usually point to a problem in the pipe itself. In Toorak, a drain camera went through the sewer line and found a significant defect, showing exactly where it was and how far it ran, with no digging needed to find it. In briefWhere:...
Stormwater Drain McKinnon: Flooding Traced by Jet and CCTV
Stormwater drain investigation for flooding at a McKinnon home, using jetting then CCTV to find the cause. Call Drain Solutions, BPC licensed, on 0413 522 220.
Drain Cleaning Bundoora: La Trobe University Jet and CCTV
High pressure drain cleaning and a CCTV sewer survey at La Trobe University in Bundoora, done by BPC licensed Drain Solutions. Call us on 0413 522 220 today.
Blocked Stormwater Drain Brunswick: Cleared by Jetting and CCTV
A blocked stormwater drain in Brunswick cleared by jetting and checked with CCTV. Drain Solutions, BPC licensed with 40+ years. Call 0413 522 220 today.
Sewer Pump Pit West Melbourne: Rust Blockage Cleared
Cast iron sewer pump pit unblocked in West Melbourne with a water jet truck and CCTV, with rust build up removed. Call Drain Solutions on 0413 522 220.
Blocked Stormwater Drain Brighton: Set Concrete in Basement
Set concrete blocking a basement stormwater drain in Brighton, found by jetting and CCTV, with a report and next steps. Call Drain Solutions 0413 522 220.
Sewer Drain Clearing Melbourne: Royal Botanic Gardens
Sewer drain clearing Melbourne: a blocked sewer cleared and inspected by camera at the Royal Botanic Gardens. BPC licensed. Call 0413 522 220.
Slurry Removal Sewer Melbourne: Melbourne Airport
Slurry removal at Melbourne Airport using a water jet truck, a second truck to extract debris and a CCTV check. Call Drain Solutions on 0413 522 220 today.
Grease Trap Cleaning Windsor: Betty’s Burgers
Grease interceptor trap cleaned at Betty’s Burgers on Chapel Street, Windsor, and why regular servicing stops blocked kitchen drains. Call 0413 522 220.
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Why Choose Us
What does the Drain Solutions blog cover?
The blog covers the drainage jobs Drain Solutions does for homes, businesses and campuses across Melbourne.
- Blocked drains: sewer and stormwater drains cleared, with the cause found on camera.
- CCTV drain inspections: what the camera found and what it meant for the repair.
- Drain relining: no-dig repairs of cracked, broken or root-damaged pipes.
- Underground utility locating: finding buried services before work starts.
- Vacuum truck and high pressure jetting: clearing heavy blockages, pits and large drains.
- Water leak detection: finding hidden leaks without digging up the whole yard.
See how Drain Solutions works on the blocked drains, CCTV drain camera inspections, drain relining and water leak detection pages.
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Areas We Serve
Where does Drain Solutions work in Melbourne?
The jobs in these posts are across Melbourne, including Toorak, St Kilda, Brighton, Kew and Richmond. Each post names the suburb and the service. Find your suburb for local drain help:
- Blocked drains Balwyn
- Blocked drains Brighton
- Blocked drains Camberwell
- Blocked drains Carlton
- Blocked drains East Melbourne
- Blocked drains Fitzroy
- Blocked drains Glen Iris
- Blocked drains Hawthorn
- Blocked drains Kew
- Blocked drains Richmond
- Blocked drains South Yarra
- Blocked drains St Kilda
- Blocked drains Toorak
See the full service area.
How do I ask about a drain problem like the ones in these posts?
Phone Drain Solutions on 0413 522 220 or book online on our contact page. Upfront pricing before we start.
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FAQs
Drain Solutions blog FAQs
What is on the Drain Solutions blog?
Real drainage jobs across Melbourne, each with the problem, the cause found on camera and the fix.
How do I contact Drain Solutions about a drain problem?
Phone 0413 522 220 or book online on the contact page. Drain Solutions is a BPC licensed drainage specialist (BPC Licence No. 21741) based at 658 High Street, Kew East, with 40+ years in drainage.
What causes a blocked drain in Melbourne?
The most common causes are tree roots, collapsed or cracked pipes, grease, wipes and other items flushed down the toilet. A CCTV drain camera shows the real cause.
Can you find the cause of a blocked drain without digging?
Yes. A CCTV drain camera is fed through the pipe and shows the blockage, the pipe condition and the exact location, so digging is only done when needed.
What is pipe relining?
Pipe relining repairs a cracked, broken or root-damaged drain from the inside with a new liner, so most jobs need little or no digging.
How long does drain relining take?
The time depends on pipe length, access and condition. Drain Solutions confirms the timing after the camera inspection.
Do you clear blockages with a vacuum truck?
Yes. Vacuum truck and high pressure water jetting clear heavy blockages, pits and large drains, and recover the debris from site.
Can you locate underground services before I dig?
Yes. Underground utility locating finds buried drains, pipes and cables so work can start safely.
Which Melbourne suburbs does Drain Solutions service?
Drain Solutions works across Melbourne including Toorak, St Kilda, South Yarra, Richmond, Kew, Hawthorn, Brighton, Balwyn, Camberwell, Carlton, Fitzroy, Glen Iris and East Melbourne.
Is Drain Solutions licensed?
Drain Solutions is BPC licensed under BPC Licence No. 21741, with 40+ years of drainage experience.
Do you work for homes, businesses and schools?
Yes. The blog includes jobs at homes, restaurants, schools and large commercial sites.
How much does a blocked drain cost to clear?
The cost depends on the blockage, access and equipment needed. Call 0413 522 220 for a clear quote after the problem is described.
Happy customers. Real results.
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What We Offer
What does Drain Solutions do?
Drain Solutions is a specialist drainage and underground services company, not a general plumber. We find drain problems with CCTV cameras, clear them with high pressure jetting and fix damaged pipes, mostly without digging.
One visit can cover the whole job, handled with the same operator and the same equipment: the camera finds the cause, the jetter clears it, and if the pipe is damaged we reline or repair it in-house. Every job is different, and what the camera finds determines what comes next. We also locate underground services, detect water leaks, and test backflow prevention devices and thermostatic mixing valves. Any repair comes with a written quote before work starts. BPC Licence No. 21741. Based in Kew East, we work across Melbourne's inner and middle suburbs.
Blocked Drains & Sewers
Drain Solutions clears blocked drains, blocked toilets and sewers across Melbourne, from 40mm household pipes to 600mm industrial sewers.
Drain Relining
Permanent no-dig repair for cracked, broken and root-damaged pipes. Your garden and driveway stay intact.
CCTV Drain Inspections
Full colour CCTV cameras find blockages, cracks, root intrusion and pipe damage. Recorded footage on every inspection.
High Pressure Water Jetting
Clears sewer and stormwater pipes from 40mm to 600mm. Cuts through tree roots and flushes out grease, silt and debris.
Drain Repairs
Stormwater and sewer pipe repairs for homes and businesses. The camera pinpoints the damage first, so any digging is targeted.
Underground Utility Locating
CertLoc Certified Locating Organisation (CLO), authorised for Telstra and Optus underground assets.
Water Leak Detection
Finds hidden underground water leaks without digging. A written report lets your plumber repair the exact spot.
Backflow Testing
BPC backflow prevention endorsement. Testing of RPZ valves and other devices, with a same-day compliance certificate.
Camera First, Then The Right Fix
Drain Solutions combines 40+ years of hands-on experience with CCTV cameras, high pressure jetting and no-dig relining. The camera finds the cause first, so the fix is matched to the problem. Every repair comes with a written quote before work starts. BPC Licence No. 21741. Call 0413 522 220.
- Blocked Drains95%
- CCTV Drain Camera Inspections88%
- Drain Relining85%
- Underground Utility Locating85%
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