Blocked Drains
Blocked Drains | Emergency Plumbing | Plumbing | Seymour
When a blocked drain backs up in the middle of the night, every minute feels like an hour. HEP’s local team races across Seymour with fully equipped vans, ready to clear stubborn clogs, tree-root intrusions and unexpected overflows before they cause serious water damage. Using high-pressure jetters, CCTV drain cameras and decades of know-how, we pinpoint the obstruction fast and get the water flowing freely again—often within a single visit.
Trusted by homeowners, cafés and farms alike, we’re on call 24/7 for emergency plumbing that puts your safety and property first. Up-front pricing, tidy workmanship and a workmanship guarantee mean you can relax as soon as we arrive. From station street cottages to rural homesteads, HEP’s blocked drains specialists keep Seymour moving, day or night.
FAQs
What signs indicate my drain is blocked and needs professional attention?
Typical warning signs include gurgling sounds in pipes, water draining away slowly from sinks or showers, unpleasant odours coming from plug-holes, and water rising in the toilet bowl after you flush. If you notice any of these symptoms in your Seymour home or business, call us promptly; early intervention prevents overflows, water damage and costly pipe repairs.
What should I do if my toilet or sink overflows outside normal business hours?
First, turn off the fixture’s water isolation valve (usually located under the cistern or basin). If water is still backing up, avoid using any other plumbing fixtures, as they share the same drain line. Then ring our 24/7 emergency hotline. Our on-call technician will provide immediate phone guidance and dispatch a fully equipped plumber to your Seymour address any time of the day or night.
How quickly can your emergency plumbers reach my property in Seymour?
Because our team is locally based, we can usually arrive anywhere in Seymour or the surrounding district within 60 minutes of your call. Our vans are stocked with drain cameras, hydro-jetters and spare parts, enabling us to start work as soon as we reach your door—no waiting for second visits or extra equipment.
What methods do you use to clear blocked drains and are they safe for my pipes?
We begin with a CCTV drain camera inspection to pinpoint the obstruction and assess pipe condition. Depending on what we find, we may use high-pressure water jetting, an electric drain snake (eel), root-cutting heads or, for severe damage, trenchless pipe relining. These techniques are non-invasive and safe for PVC, copper and earthenware pipes when performed by our licensed technicians.
Will you provide an upfront cost before starting emergency drain repairs?
Yes. After diagnosing the blockage, we give you a fixed-price quote covering labour, equipment and materials. There are no hidden weekend or after-hours surcharges—what we quote is exactly what you pay. If additional issues are discovered once the drain is cleared, we will explain the options and get your approval before proceeding.
How can I prevent future drain blockages after the emergency is fixed?
Dispose of food scraps, oils and coffee grounds in the bin, fit hair catchers to bathroom drains, flush only toilet paper, and schedule periodic professional maintenance (hydro-jetting or camera inspections) if your property has older pipes or large trees nearby. We also offer a preventative maintenance program for Seymour residents with discounted annual inspections to keep drains flowing freely.