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Goats Plumbing clears blocked stormwater drains for homes across Greensborough and surrounding suburbs. Hydro jet equipment and CCTV cameras for thorough results.

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Blocked Stormwater Drains in Greensborough

A blocked stormwater drain only becomes obvious when it rains, which is exactly when you need it to work. Water overflowing from blocked drains can cause flooding around your home’s foundation, damage to garden beds and retaining walls, and erosion of soil. In Melbourne’s north-east, with its leafy tree coverage and frequent summer storms, stormwater blockages are a very common problem.

Goats Plumbing clears blocked stormwater drains for homes across Greensborough and surrounding areas. We use hydro jet equipment and CCTV cameras to clear blockages thoroughly and identify any structural issues in the drain system.

Blocked stormwater pits
Blocked underground stormwater pipes
Blocked downpipe connections
Blocked kerb drains and side entry pits

What Causes Blocked Stormwater Drains?

Stormwater drains in Melbourne’s north-east face some specific challenges due to the area’s significant tree coverage. The most common causes of blocked stormwater drains that Goats Plumbing deals with include:

Leaf and debris accumulation – Leaves, twigs, and other organic matter that washes into stormwater pits and grates can accumulate and restrict flow.
Tree root infiltration – Like sewer pipes, stormwater pipes can be infiltrated by tree roots over time, particularly in older terracotta or concrete pipe systems.
Collapsed or damaged pipes – Stormwater pipes that have cracked, collapsed, or had their joints offset by ground movement create areas where debris accumulates and blocks flow.
Silt build-up – Fine soil particles washed into the stormwater system settle over time and gradually reduce the capacity of pits and pipes.

Stormwater Drain Clearing Methods

Goats Plumbing uses the right approach for each stormwater blockage situation:

Hydro jet jetting – High-pressure water jetting is our primary method for clearing stormwater drain blockages. It is effective at removing tree roots, silt, and debris, and leaves the inside of the pipe clean.
Electric eel – For smaller diameter pipes or where the blockage is localised, a drain snake can break up and clear the obstruction.
Manual pit cleaning – Stormwater pits are cleaned out by hand to remove accumulated silt and debris before the connecting pipes are flushed.
CCTV inspection – After clearing, a CCTV camera inspection of the pipe identifies any structural damage that would cause the blockage to recur.

Stormwater Drain Repairs and Relining

Sometimes a cleared stormwater drain needs more than just clearing. If a CCTV inspection reveals structural damage, Goats Plumbing can advise on the repair options:

Pipe relining – A structural lining is installed inside the existing damaged pipe, creating a new pipe within the old one without excavation. See our drain pipe relining page for more detail.
Pipe replacement – Where pipes are severely damaged or collapsed, targeted excavation and replacement of the affected section may be the appropriate solution.
Pit repair or replacement – Damaged or deteriorated stormwater pits can be repaired or replaced.

Our process

How We Clear Blocked Stormwater Drains

1.

Pit and grate inspection
We start by inspecting the stormwater pits and grates to assess the level of debris accumulation and identify which sections of pipe need attention.

2.

Pit cleaning and hydro jetting
Pits are cleaned out manually and connecting pipes are hydro jet jetted to clear the blockage and flush debris through the system.

3.

CCTV inspection
Where warranted, a CCTV camera is used to inspect the pipe interior after clearing to check for structural damage that would cause the blockage to recur.

4.

Report and recommendations
We confirm the drain is clear and flowing correctly, and advise on any structural repairs or maintenance to prevent future blockages.

FAQs

COMMON QUESTIONS

How do I know if my stormwater drain is blocked?

Signs include water pooling around downpipe connections during rain, overflowing stormwater pits, water taking a long time to clear from garden areas after rain, or water running along the surface rather than draining into the system.

Do you clean stormwater pits as well as pipes?

Yes. Goats Plumbing cleans stormwater pits and grates as well as the connecting underground pipes. Pit cleaning is often the starting point for addressing a stormwater blockage.

How often should stormwater drains be cleaned?

In leafy suburbs like those in Melbourne’s north-east, stormwater drains and pits should be inspected and cleaned every 1 to 2 years, or after significant storm events that may have washed debris into the system.

Can tree roots block stormwater pipes?

Yes. Tree roots frequently infiltrate stormwater pipes, particularly older clay and concrete pipe systems. Once roots have entered, they grow and can eventually block the pipe completely. Hydro jetting clears roots temporarily, but pipe relining or replacement addresses the problem long-term.

Can you clear a stormwater drain on the same day?

In most cases yes. Goats Plumbing carries hydro jet equipment on our vehicles and can clear most stormwater blockages on the first visit.

Got a Blocked Stormwater Drain? Call Goats Plumbing

Do not wait for the next heavy rain to find out your stormwater drain is still blocked. Goats Plumbing will clear it properly and make sure it is ready to handle whatever Melbourne’s weather throws at it. Contact us today for service across Greensborough and surrounding suburbs.

Stormwater Drain Services Across Greensborough and Surrounds

Service Areas

Goats Plumbing clears and repairs stormwater drains for homes across Greensborough, Eltham, Watsonia, Montmorency, Bundoora, Macleod, Rosanna, Diamond Creek, Plenty, Templestowe and surrounding suburbs. We carry hydro jet equipment on our vehicles and can tackle most stormwater blockages on the first visit.

For gutter and downpipe issues that connect to your stormwater system, see our roof plumber page.