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Blocked Toilets
Murrumbeena

Murrumbeena's blocked toilet plumber specialists

No homeowner in Murrumbeena wants the inconvenience of dealing with a blocked toilet. Finding a plumber you can rely on to resolve the issue promptly and professionally can be stressful. That’s why our team of licensed, insured, and highly skilled plumbers is dedicated to clearing your toilet blockage with as little disruption as possible. With over 30 years of experience serving the Melbourne South Eastern suburb of Murrumbeena, Blockages Today is ready to assist when you need us most.

Blocked toilets can result from various issues, such as tree roots damaging the sewer line or flushing unsuitable items. Acting quickly is vital, as the blockage could indicate a more significant problem that might lead to hidden property damage.

We employ a variety of effective methods to resolve blockages. Depending on the situation, we may use tools like plungers, advanced CCTV inspection cameras, or high-pressure water jetting equipment to restore your system to optimal performance.

If you’re facing a blocked toilet in Murrumbeena, don’t delay—reach out to us today for fast, expert service!

how to tell if your Murrumbeena home has a blocked toilet

If your toilet has started to make a gurgling sound when you flush, it could be an early warning sign of a blocked toilet. This noise occurs because the blockage restricts ventilation during flushing, causing air to be forced back through the toilet water, creating the gurgling sound. It’s a strong indication of a nearly blocked pipe.

Another sign of a blockage is an unusual water level in the toilet bowl. If the water is higher or lower than usual, or if it drains very slowly after flushing, it’s highly likely that your toilet is blocked.

It’s important to avoid flushing a blocked toilet, as this can lead to sewage spilling over the rim and onto your bathroom floor, potentially causing significant damage to your Murrumbeena home.

If you notice any of these signs, it’s best to get it looked at quickly, before there is any further damage to your Murrumbeena home.

How we will fix your blocked Toilet

The steps involved in unblocking a toilet depend on a several factors. This includes where the blockage is located. Here is an outline of our process:

STEP ONE – The first step is to work out where the blockage is. For toilets on higher levels, such as the second storey of a home or apartment block, it is usually easier to fix the blockage – eg with just using a plunger. For ground level toilets, the blockage may be caused by tree roots or collapsed pipes and may need more work done to fix the blockage.

STEP TWO – The second step is to identify the blockage’s location and check the overflow relief gully (ORG) or any other sewer inspection point. If there is discharge or overflow, it indicates a blockage between the main line and inspection point. Alternatively, If there is no discharge, we will try to unblock the blockage using various tools, including an Electric Drain cleaning machine (which is the most common and effective way blockages are cleared).

If the toilet continues to be blocked, the blockage is likely in the outside main line. This means the blockage needs to be cleared from an accessible inspection point. If there isn’t an outside inspection point then the toilet may need to be dismantled.

STEP THREE- if the toilet is still blocked, we need to keep looking for the location of the blockage using CCTV cameras.. If the blockage is caused by tree roots we will use high pressure water jetters. If pipes have collapsed, the sewer line may need to be repaired or even replaced. We will also advise on the best ways to avoid future blocked toilets.

how to avoid a blocked toilet in your murrumbeena home

Here are a few tips on how to avoid blocked toilet in your Murrumbeena home – and remember the quicker you get a blocked toilet fixed the better. So if you suspect you have a blocked toilet give Blockages Today a call.

  • Don’t flush stuff down your toilet – eg nappies, paper towels, cat litter, face wipes or sanitary products or even thicker types of toilet paper
  • Keep your toilet limescale free
  • keep the lid closed – especially if you have young children to avoid foreign objects going down
  • Avoid placing a brick in the tank to save water unless you have a very old toilet