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    Blocked Drains in Melbourne

    Most Melbourne homeowners don't actually want a 'blocked drain plumber' — they want the gurgling sound to stop, the bad smell gone, and confidence the same blockage isn't back in six weeks. That's the lens we work through. Here's exactly what causes blockages in eastern-suburbs homes, what fair pricing looks like in 2026, and how to tell whether you need a quick clear or a deeper fix.

    • Transparent pricing published before we arrive — no 'shock quotes' on the doorstep
    • Every clear is verified with a CCTV camera so you can see the pipe is actually clean
    • Honest recommendation if the pipe is structurally damaged (not just blocked)
    • Same-day across Boroondara, Whitehorse, Manningham, Knox & Monash
    Blocked Drains service in Melbourne by J.O. Plumbing

    VBA licensed

    Plumbing & gas

    Same-day

    Eastern suburbs

    Fixed price

    Quoted in writing

    5.0 rating

    200+ reviews

    What homeowners ask us

    Honest answers before you book

    No jargon, no upsells — just the information we'd want if it were our home.

    1

    What does a blocked drain actually cost in Melbourne?

    Standard kitchen, basin or toilet blockages typically run $250–$420 with a machine. If we need a high-pressure water jetter and CCTV verification (usually for sewer or recurring blockages), expect $370–$945. Anything quoted under $99 is almost always a bait price — read the fine print before you book.

    2

    Quick clear vs. fixing the cause

    An eel or jetter clears the symptom. But if tree roots, a belly in the line, or a cracked clay pipe is the real cause, you'll be calling a plumber again before Christmas. We CCTV every drain after clearing it — if there's a structural issue, you'll see it on screen and get options (relining vs. excavation) instead of a sales pitch.

    3

    How to choose a blocked-drain plumber

    Three things to ask: do you publish your call-out fee, do you provide CCTV footage I can keep, and do you charge inflated emergency rates? If the answer to any of those is vague, keep dialling. Our call-out is $55 weekday / $185 weekend / $275 after-hours, flat — and the footage is yours.

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    What to expect when we arrive

    Short videos walking you through exactly what happens on a blocked drains job — so there are no surprises.

    What to expect

    From the moment we knock until we leave the site clean.

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    How it works

    The actual blocked drains process, explained in plain English.

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    Cost & options

    What drives the price and which option suits your situation.

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    Our process

    Four steps, zero surprises

    The same process whether it's a $250 tap repair or a $15,000 relining job.

    01

    You call or request a quote

    Speak to a real plumber — never a call centre. We listen first, ask the right questions and book the right slot.

    02

    We diagnose on site

    Licensed plumber arrives in a marked van. We assess, explain what we find, and show you the actual issue.

    03

    Fixed quote in writing

    You see the price before any work starts. If there are options, you see all of them — repair vs replace, dig vs reline.

    04

    We fix it & clean up

    Workmanship guaranteed. Compliance certificate where required. Site left cleaner than we found it.

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    What Melbourne homeowners say

    Live Google & Facebook reviews — updated automatically as our customers post them.

    FAQs

    Questions we get every week

    Still not sure? Call us — there's no charge for a phone conversation.

    How much does it cost to clear a blocked drain in Melbourne (2026)?
    Most standard blockages are $250–$420. Tougher jobs needing jetting and CCTV are $370–$945. These match the Victorian market average — your final price is confirmed in writing before any work starts.
    How do I know if my drain is actually blocked or just slow?
    Multiple fixtures draining slowly at once, gurgling toilets, or a sewer smell outside near a gully trap usually mean a main-line blockage. A single slow basin is normally a localised hair or grease build-up.
    Will clearing the drain fix it permanently?
    Only if the cause was something temporary like grease or wipes. If CCTV shows root intrusion or pipe damage, the blockage will return — we'll show you the footage and explain whether relining or excavation is the better long-term fix.
    Do you charge extra for after-hours blocked drains?
    Our weekend call-out is a flat $185 (Sat & Sun 7am–5pm) and after-hours is $275 (vs $55 weekday). Hourly rate and parts are the same — we don't gouge because it's Sunday night.

    Book your blocked drains job today

    Same-day service across Melbourne's eastern suburbs. Speak to a licensed plumber 24/7 — fixed price quoted before any work starts.