A slow or blocked drain gets worse, never better. Jaetech Plumbing (licence no. LPD2590) clears blocked drains across Darwin, Palmerston and the rural area, finds the cause and fixes it so it doesn’t keep coming back. Call 08 7942 2214 for urgent blockages or request a free quote.
Signs you have a blocked drain
- Water draining slowly from sinks, showers or floor wastes
- Gurgling noises from pipes or toilets
- Bad smells coming from drains
- Water backing up in another fixture when you use one
- Overflowing gully traps outside
How we clear and fix blocked drains
We start by finding where the blockage is and what is causing it. Depending on the job we use an electric drain machine (drain snake), high-pressure water jetting or a camera inspection, then repair damaged or root-affected pipe where needed. Read when each method is used in our guides on drain snakes and jet blasting, or see common blocked drain causes.
Common causes in Darwin homes
- Tree and palm roots entering ageing pipes
- Grease, food scraps and wipes flushed or washed down
- Collapsed or sagging pipe
- Leaves and debris in stormwater drains during the Wet season
Why choose Jaetech Plumbing
- Licensed plumber (licence no. LPD2590)
- Upfront pricing before work starts
- Servicing Darwin, Palmerston and the rural area, see our service areas
- 24/7 emergency plumber available
Questions first? See our plumbing FAQs, or call 08 7942 2214.
Blocked drain FAQs
Blocked drains in Darwin: your questions answered
Straight answers to the questions we get asked most about blocked drains around Darwin, Palmerston and the rural area.
Do you give free quotes for blocked drains?
Yes. You get a free, upfront quote before any work starts, so you know the price first.
Can you clear a blocked drain after hours?
Yes. Overflowing drains, sewer backups and toilets that won’t flush are treated as urgent, day or night. Call 08 7942 2214 any time, or see our emergency plumber page.
Why does my drain keep blocking up?
Repeat blockages usually mean there is an underlying problem such as tree roots in the pipe, a sagging or broken section, or a build-up of grease. We find and fix the cause rather than just clearing the symptom. Our guide to blocked drain causes explains the most common ones.
Should I use chemical drain cleaner first?
We don’t recommend it. Harsh chemicals can damage older pipes and often only move the blockage further down the line. If plunging or hot water doesn’t shift it, it’s time to call a licensed plumber.
What should I do while I wait for the plumber?
Stop using the sinks, showers and toilets connected to the blocked drain, and don’t keep flushing. If sewage is overflowing from a gully trap or toilet, keep kids and pets away from it. Our guide on what to do in a plumbing emergency has more tips.
Do you come out to the rural area?
Yes. We cover Darwin, Palmerston and the rural area, including Howard Springs, Coolalinga and Humpty Doo. See all our service areas.
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What our customers say
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“Can’t recommend Jimmy at Jaetech plumbing enough! I have had to use his services on two separate occasions now and each time he has come at short notice and got the job done. Great customer service and never a job too big or small.”
Jamie Phelan, Google review
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“Fantastic service and very reliable. Highly recommend. We called one evening and Jimmy was on site by 6.30am and then back again in the afternoon as agreed. Great service.”
Kara Maclean, Google review
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“Thanks to the Jaetech team for sorting out my water burst so quickly! The team were very professional and are now my go to plumbers!”
Dori Fletcher, Google review
Why choose Jaetech
Why Darwin locals choose us for blocked drains
- Kitchen, bathroom, toilet and outdoor drains cleared
- We find the cause so the blockage doesn’t keep coming back
- Free, upfront quote before work starts
- 24/7 help for overflowing drains and sewer backups