Drain Unblocking

Drain inspections and maintenance can help to avoid costly repair jobs. Regular drain checks and cleaning can be performed by a qualified plumber from Laser Plumbing Kerikeri.

What are the signs you have a blocked drain?

There are many signs that you have a blocked drain including:

• Slow draining sink, basin or toilet
• Strong smells indicating something is rotting down a drain
• Gurgling sinks, toilets or showers
• Sinks, toilets, or drains overflowing

What to do with a blocked drain?

A blocked drain can sometimes be easily sorted but if not dealt with efficiently, blocked drains have the potential to damage your property and cause damage to your health.

If you’re not sure what to do about your blocked drain, don’t try to fix the problem yourself. Call a specialist plumber from Laser Plumbing Kerikeri, immediately.

What causes blocked drains, and how to prevent them?

Blocked toilet – blocked toilets are often caused by flushing excess toilet paper, or items that shouldn’t be flushed. Common items include kids toys and clothing. We recommend you keep the toilet paper to a minimum, and the lid down.

Blocked kitchen sink – blocked sinks are most often due to food scraps or fatty or greasy foods being put down the sink. This can even block waste disposal units. Avoid putting these items down the sink.

Blocked shower drain – blocked showers are usually caused by buildup of hair or soap scum in the drain. Try cleaning the trap before calling one of our specialist plumbers.

Blocked sewer – blocked sewers are often caused by tree roots. We can cut back tree roots for you, and water blast other blockages away. We’re also qualified drain layers so we can fix cracked or broken pipes, or lay new pipes for you.

What’s Next?

If you have blocked drains or drain problems that need repairs, call Laser Plumbing Kerikeri. A friendly, efficient, registered plumber will clear your blocked drain promptly.

We offer emergency plumbing for when your blocked drain needs urgent attention!