Blocked Sewerage

A sewer blockage could be caused by any number of things obstructing the flow of sewerage from the property. It's important to work out what it is so you can have your sewer drains cleared out and returned to working order.

Sewer blockages are the property owner's responsibility to take care of. If a blockage is in the sewer main (normally outside the property boundary), it is the responsibility of your local council or water authority.

In this article, we'll go over what you can expect from a blocked drain, how to identify one, and what to do in the event your sewer system or sewer pipes become blocked.

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How to Recognise a Sewer Blockage

There are a number of ways to tell if you have a blocked sewer. The most is toilets, sinks, or shower/bath drains not working like they normally do. If you can't flush your toilet or it takes a very long time to drain, then chances are there's something down there blocking the flow. Other indicators include:

• Overflowing drains
• Strange smells or noises coming from drains
• sewage rising up through the overflow relief gully in your yard.

What is an Overflow Relief Gully?

An overflow relief gully (ORG) is a device used to release any sewage overflow into the surrounding area, away from your home and into the garden. If your ORG is releasing water and waste, there's a good chance you have a blockage somewhere in your sewerage system.

What Can You Do if Your Sewer is Blocked?

When it comes to blocked sewers, you've got two options:

• You can contact an emergency blocked drain plumber, or;
• You can try and unblock the sewer yourself.

A licensed plumber will be able to identify the cause of the blockage quickly and clear it out. A great plumber will even repair any damage to ensure your sewer drains stay unblocked.

If you're set on trying to unblock your drain yourself, we recommend not doing anything drastic. Plungers and drain cleaner are good for small blockages, but they may not solve the problem completely if the blockage is caused by a break in the pipes. Trying to clear out the blockage with drills or by digging up the pipe can leave you with pipes more broken than when you started.

We always recommend hiring an experienced plumber to take care of blocked sewers, as this will ensure you will get the best results and prevent further damage to your sewerage system.

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