We service Windsor for blocked toilets, sewer drains, kitchen and laundry drains, and stormwater. Windsor’s old Queenslanders, unit blocks and shopfronts each have their own drainage quirks. See how we tackle blocked drains across Brisbane.
Sewer Drain Blockages
Water backing up into the shower or bath, or bubbling from the overflow relief gully, can mean the sewer line is blocked. We clear it and check the pipe.
Toilet Blockages
A blocked toilet can be a simple obstruction or a sign of a deeper drain problem. We clear it, and look further if it keeps happening.
Stormwater Drains
Blocked stormwater lines can leave water lying around the house after rain. We clear pits, downpipes and underground stormwater pipes.
Inspection, Jetting & Repair
We use CCTV to see inside the pipe and high-pressure jetting to clear grease and roots, and we repair damaged sections once you’ve approved the price.
Our team running a CCTV camera through a drain to find the cause of a blockage
Blocked Drain Symptoms to Watch For
Don’t wait for an overflow. Call if you notice:
Sinks and showers draining slowly
Gurgling sounds from drains or toilets
Toilets that block often or fill too high
Sewer smells inside or near the overflow relief gully
Water lying around downpipes or pits after a storm
If the overflow relief gully is spilling sewage, avoid using water inside and call straight away.
Old Queenslanders and heritage homes. Windsor is largely residential, with many old Queenslanders, and several heritage-listed houses sit on its elevated areas. Drains under older homes can have cracked or shifted joints that collect debris and let roots in.
Units and apartments. In the 2021 Census, about 45% of occupied dwellings were flats or apartments. Shared drains mean one blockage can affect several units, and we work with body corporates and property managers to sort them out.
Lutwyche and Newmarket Roads. Windsor’s retail and commercial activity is concentrated along these two roads. Food businesses in particular can build up grease in their drains. See our commercial plumber services.
Creek-side flooding. The suburb was affected by the 1974 floods, and in January 2011 Enoggera Creek flooded a low-lying residential area west of Bowen Bridge. In heavy rain, stormwater drains in low areas can be slow to clear, and a partly blocked pit overflows first.
Our Drain Clearing Process
1. Check
We look at what’s backing up and find the best access point. A drain camera shows whether roots, grease or a broken pipe is to blame.
2. Clear
We use drain-clearing equipment or high-pressure jetting, whichever suits the blockage.
3. Confirm and Advise
We confirm the drain is flowing. If repairs are needed, you get the options and an upfront price first.
Before We Arrive
Stop using water in the part of the house that’s draining slowly.
Don’t flush again if the toilet is close to the rim.
Keep pets and kids away from any overflow.
Don’t pour chemicals down the drain. They won’t shift roots and can splash.
If you’re in a unit, let your body corporate or building manager know.
My overflow relief gully is overflowing. What should I do?
Stop using water inside. The gully is designed to release sewage outside so it doesn’t come up indoors. Keep people and pets away, then call a plumber. If wastewater is coming from a sewer maintenance hole, or several neighbours are affected, call Urban Utilities on 13 23 64.
Why does my stormwater overflow in heavy rain?
Stormwater pits and pipes partly blocked with leaves, silt or roots can’t carry heavy rain away, and in low-lying areas water can take longer to drain. Clearing the stormwater line helps it carry water away from the house.
Can you unblock drains in a unit block?
Yes. We work with owners, tenants, body corporates and property managers to find and clear blockages in shared and private drains.
Do you clear commercial drains?
Yes. We clear grease, food waste and general blockages from shop, café and office drains, and high-pressure jetting suits grease build-up.
How much will it cost?
We don’t quote prices without seeing the job, but you’ll get an upfront price before any work starts.
Book a Blocked Drain Plumber in Windsor
Whether it’s the toilet, the sewer or the stormwater, call our team to get your drain found, cleared and checked, with the price agreed first.
Lewis was quick, professional and fairly priced. Installed a new water heater with a clean and tidy finish. Highly recommend Brisbane City Plumbing and Gas
Lewis Burrows1 month ago
Lewis helped us out with a blocked drain in Bardon. Very helpful very responsive. Can’t think the boys at Brisbane City plumbing and gas enough.
Daniel Ehmer1 month ago
Lois and his team come help me with a blocked drain at Ascot. The boys are really helpful and Resolve the problem straight away can’t think the guys enough!
Catherine Fien1 month ago
Lewis install my diswasher and did a fantastic job!
