Blocked Drains · Brisbane & SEQ

Blocked Drain Clearing in Brisbane

Slow or blocked drains can disrupt your whole home. Our licensed plumbers clear blockages across Brisbane and South East Queensland, 24/7, and urgent jobs are reached within 60 minutes where available.

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The short answer

Blocked Drains Explained

Blocked drain clearing removes the build-up, tree roots or foreign objects that stop water draining properly. The Plumbing Gang’s licensed Brisbane plumbers clear blockages using suitable tools, find the cause rather than just treating the symptom, and offer fixed-price options before any work starts.

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Available 24/7 across Brisbane and South East Queensland. Urgent jobs are reached within 60 minutes where available, with fixed-price options before any work starts.

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How we find & fix a blocked drain
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CCTV drain inspections · high-pressure jetting · Brisbane & South East Queensland

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Real life, real drains

Why drains block and keep blocking

It usually starts small. The shower drains a little slower, the toilet gurgles when the washing machine empties, or there’s a smell near the gully outside. Then after heavy rain or a big wash, water bubbles up and overflows.

In many older Brisbane homes the culprit is tree roots finding their way into old pipe joints, with grease and wipes catching on them.

A plunger or hire-shop snake might clear the symptom for now. Our CCTV camera shows what’s actually causing it and exactly where, so you can choose the right fix, whether that’s jetting, relining or repairing a section.

Know the signs

Common Signs to Watch For

Same day service

Fast Help, Fixed Prices

Urgent jobs are reached within 60 minutes where available, or book a time that suits you. You get fixed-price options before any work starts.

How we take care of you

From Your First Call to the Final Clean-Up

Same-day service, a 60-minute response for urgent jobs where available, and fixed prices before any work starts.

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Call or book online

Talk to a real person 24/7 about your blocked drain.

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Quick triage

We ask a few questions and tell you how to stop the drain overflowing.

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Fast response

Urgent blockages reached within 60 minutes where available.

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Clear the blockage

Jet blasting or eel clears the line and gets water flowing.

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CCTV inspection

We check the pipe with a camera and show you what we find.

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Fixed-price options

If there’s damage, you choose from fixed-price repair options.

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Repair or reline

Damaged pipes repaired, replaced or relined to stop repeat blockages.

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Paperwork sorted

Notifiable work registered with the QBCC where required.

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Clean-up & walk-through

We clean up, show you the result and add a maintenance sticker.

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Prevention plan

Optional maintenance visits for properties with roots or recurring problems.

Case study

Case Study: Overflowing Restaurant Drain Cleared the Same Evening in South Brisbane

A South Brisbane restaurant had a drain overflowing during trade. Our plumber was there that afternoon and had it cleared and checked the same evening.

Every job started with fixed-price options, approved before any work began.

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Done right, on paper too

Licensed, Compliant and Accountable

Camera before and after

We use CCTV to diagnose and to confirm the line is clear, so you see what you’re paying for.

QBCC compliance

Sewer and drainage work that’s notifiable is registered with the QBCC, and you get a copy.

Home warranty where required

Larger residential jobs are covered by the QBCC Home Warranty Scheme where the law requires it.

Licensed & accredited

QBCC licensed drainers and plumbers, and a member of Master Plumbers Queensland.

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Customer reviews

Rated 4.8 by Brisbane Homeowners

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Emily Durban
20 October 2026
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Reagan came out to our property today to assist with a gas tank leakage. He was super detailed and thorough with his work, going above and beyond to ensure we were sorted and happy with the service. He displayed patience when explaining what he was doing step by step and offered fantastic education around what he was doing and potential hazards to watch out for. Great worker to have under your wing plumbing gang! Definitely recommend their service for anyone out there looking for a trusted and reliable company.
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amelia westfield
19 October 2026
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Great service and lovely Crew - Reagan came out to look at some stuff for us and was fantastic. Highly recommend
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Ash H
18 October 2026
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Really happy with the service from The Plumbing Gang. Friendly team, great communication and quality workmanship. Would definitely use them again!
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beathan whitworth
10 October 2026
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Definitely recommend
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jini han
9 October 2026
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Highly recommend really saved the day with an emergency repair thanks for all your help guys
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Josiah C
9 October 2026
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Awesome service, thanks heaps guys
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Matt Forrest
9 October 2026
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Really good service would recommend
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Jess Marmin
9 October 2026
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Great service by The Plumbing Gang! Same day service to fix a blocked toilet and Ben did a fantastic job and was lovely to speak to! Very thorough and transparent the entire process which was greatly appreciated. Thanks Ben! Would absolutely recommend
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Richard Tinsley
8 October 2026
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Super solid work and extremely friendly crew.
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FaEpe Feao
3 October 2026
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Had a leaking shower had the plumbing gang come out Josh was fantastic and fixed our problem quickly and affordable, highly recommend.
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Finance options

Finance for Homeowners.

Don’t put off urgent plumbing because of the cost. Prequalify for finance in 6 steps, then choose your fixed-price option with confidence.

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Tap "Prequalify"

Fill in our short form or ask our team on the phone.

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Fill in a short form

Your name, email, mobile and the work you need.

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No credit score impact

Pre-qualification is a soft check, so it won’t affect your credit score.

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We send your prequalify link

Our team calls, then texts and emails your prequalify link.

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Choose your fixed price

Pick the quote option that suits you. Same price whether you pay upfront or with finance.

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We book your licensed plumber

Once our finance partner lets us know you’re prequalified, we book in and get the job done.

Finance provided by a licensed third-party lender, subject to eligibility and credit approval. Fees and charges may apply. The Plumbing Gang is not the lender. Prequalification is not a final approval.

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Plumbing tips

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FAQs

Blocked Drains FAQs

Common causes include grease, soap and hair build-up, tree roots, wipes, and collapsed or damaged pipes. We identify the cause so the fix lasts.

Yes. We are available 24/7, and urgent jobs are reached within 60 minutes where available. Call 1300 671 525.

Repeat blockages often point to a deeper problem, such as roots or a damaged pipe. A CCTV camera inspection can show what is going on inside the line.

They are not recommended as a regular fix. They may not clear a serious blockage and can be harsh on pipes. A plumber can clear the line properly.

Yes. Fixed-price options are available before any work starts.

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