Northgate mixes houses, townhouses and units with industrial sites near the railway, and Lewis and the team clear drains in all of them, from sewer lines and toilets to kitchen drains and stormwater. Read about our blocked drain plumbing in Brisbane.
Blocked Toilets
Repeated toilet blockages often mean a problem further down the drain. We clear the toilet and the line behind it.
Sewer & Waste Lines
Slow sinks, gurgling and smells in more than one room point to the main sewer line. We locate the blockage and clear it.
Stormwater & Downpipes
Blocked downpipes and stormwater pipes overflow in heavy rain. We clear out leaves, silt and roots so water drains away from the house.
CCTV, Jetting & Repairs
We inspect with a drain camera, clear stubborn blockages with high-pressure jetting, and repair damaged pipe once you approve the price.
Our team running a CCTV camera through a drain to find the cause of a blockage
Signs It’s Time to Call a Plumber
Small warning signs often come before a blocked drain overflows:
Water draining slowly from the sink, shower or bath
A gurgle from the toilet when the basin drains
A toilet that needs two flushes or blocks regularly
Sewer smells in the bathroom, laundry or yard
Downpipes spilling over, or water pooling after rain
If more than one fixture is affected, the blockage is likely in the main line.
Houses from the early 1900s on. Northgate’s land was first subdivided in 1890, but most early housing came 20 or more years later, and the suburb was well established by the 1970s. Older sewer lines can develop cracked or shifted joints that catch waste and let roots in.
Townhouses and units. In the 2021 Census, about one in five occupied dwellings was a townhouse or similar, and another one in five was a flat or apartment. Complexes often share a sewer line, so a blockage can affect the neighbours too. Property managers and body corporates can call us directly.
Industrial sites by the railway. Northgate has long been home to factories and food processing, and its industrial areas still sit beside its railway stations. Workshops, warehouses and food businesses can put heavier loads of grease, silt and waste through their drains. Our commercial plumber page covers business and industrial premises.
What Happens When You Call
1. We Inspect
We check the affected fixtures and drain access, then use a CCTV camera if the cause isn’t obvious.
2. We Clear
The drain is cleared with machines or high-pressure water jetting, depending on whether the cause is roots, grease, wipes or silt.
3. We Check
We make sure the drain flows properly. If there’s damage, you get the repair options and the price first.
Waiting for the Plumber? Do This
Stop using the sinks, showers and toilets that are draining slowly.
Turn off the washing machine and dishwasher.
Don’t try caustic drain cleaners on a full blockage.
Keep the overflow relief gully grate uncovered.
Tenants should tell their property manager or landlord.
Our yard is at 67 Nielson St in Chermside, about 5 km away by road, where we also clear blocked drains in Chermside itself. Ring 0435 878 512 to check our next available time.
Do you clear drains for factories and workshops?
Yes. We clear drains at commercial and industrial premises, including grease, silt and general waste build-up, and can camera-inspect lines that keep blocking. Ring us to book a time that suits your site.
One townhouse in our complex keeps blocking. Is it a shared drain problem?
It might be. If neighbouring townhouses also drain slowly or gurgle, the blockage is likely in a shared line. We find the blocked section with a camera and report to the body corporate or property manager, so the right party can approve the work.
What shouldn’t go down the toilet?
Only human waste and toilet paper should be flushed. Wet wipes, sanitary products and paper towel are common causes of blocked toilets and sewer lines.
Do you quote before starting?
Yes. We find the cause first, then quote an upfront price. The work only starts once you’ve said yes.
Book a Blocked Drain Plumber in Northgate
Homes, townhouses and businesses across Northgate: call our team for a local, upfront price on clearing your drain, with no surprises.
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!
