Rain in Australia isn’t just a drizzle; it’s a downpour, often flooding stormwater drains and leaving murky puddles at your doorstep. These aren’t just unsightly or a soggy shoe trap. Blocked stormwater drains in Melbourne can seriously damage both private and commercial properties.
The primary purpose of your stormwater system and sewer pipes is to drain away excess rainwater, especially after a big storm. However, rainwater runoff from roofs or roads, coupled with those intense summer rains, can easily lead to a blocked drain. And let’s not forget that gardening habits might also contribute to these blockages.
Silt, fallen leaves, and muddy runoff from your lawn can accumulate, blocking your stormwater drainage system. Occasionally, the cause of blockages might even be thick tree roots growing underground in search of water.
The fastest way to diagnose and address any blockage issues is through a thorough inspection by an experienced plumber.
The Solution
You can prevent stormwater pipes from getting blocked by regularly raking leaves and disposing of garbage properly. However, tackling blockages on your own isn’t recommended. DIY solutions, like using chemicals to clear drains, often do more harm than good.
Nevertheless, such ideas or leaving the blockages untreated may force you to call a professional eventually — perhaps for more serious jobs like pipe relining or drain repair. Timely intervention by an experienced plumber will ensure the issue is detected or prevented before significant damage occurs.
Book an appointment with our experts at Big Blue Plumbing. We use advanced technology and CCTV cameras to find blockages in your stormwater systems. Once identified, we have the tools and expertise to repair them and prevent future issues.
