Diagnose first, then clear the line properly.
In Melbourne’s reactive soils, a recurring blockage is often a sign of tree root intrusion or a collapsed pipe. We find the actual cause before we clear.
Drains · MelbourneA blocked drain is a structural vulnerability
In Melbourne’s highly reactive soils, a recurring blockage is often a sign of tree root intrusion or a subterranean pipe collapse. Generic “plunging” is a temporary fix that allows damage to progress.
We run diagnostics first. That means we know what we’re dealing with before we start cutting, jetting, or quoting.
Professional Drainage Capabilities
- High-Pressure Water Jetting: We utilise 5000-PSI water jetters to scour pipe walls, removing fat buildup, grease, and heavy silt.
- CCTV Structural Audits: High-resolution visual diagnostics to identify cracks, root intrusion, or bellied sections of the main line.
- Root Mitigation: Technical removal of fibrous root systems that compromise terracotta and PVC infrastructure.
- Non-Invasive Locating: Precision sonar technology to map drain lines without destroying your landscaping or flooring.
If the same drain keeps blocking, something structural is causing it. A clearer-only fix just buys you time.
The PCS Drainage Protocol
Step 01 — Diagnostic audit
We use CCTV optics to identify the exact location and nature of the blockage—eliminating guesswork and unnecessary excavation.
Step 02 — Technical clearance
High-pressure water jetting or root cutting technology is deployed to restore full flow and clean the interior pipe walls.
Step 03 — Verification & plan
We provide a final visual confirmation of the cleared line and a roadmap for any required structural maintenance or relining.
Recurring blockage? Let’s find out why.
Describe what’s happening (slow drain, gurgling, overflow) and we’ll bring the CCTV gear to diagnose before we quote.
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