Blocked Drain? Here’s How to Spot It (Before It Gets Worse)
Slow drains or nasty smells? Let’s help you figure out if it’s a small fix or if you need us to break out the heavy-duty gear.
Step 1: What’s Actually Blocked?
🚽 Toilet only = local toilet blockage.
🚿 Shower/bath/sink = could be hair, grime, or kitchen waste.
🏠 Multiple fixtures (toilet, shower, and sinks) = probably a main drain issue.
🌧️ Outside gully or grate flooding = blocked stormwater or inspection pit.
💡 Tip: The more fixtures affected, the bigger the problem tends to be.
Step 2: Quick Checks You Can Do
Step 3: When You’ll Need a Plumber
✔️ Water backing up in more than one spot.
✔️ Smells coming from drains you can’t clear.
✔️ Gurgling noises after flushing or draining.
✔️ Backyard flooding around grates or pits.
Gooding Plumbing uses proper gear like CCTV drain cameras and jetting machines — we clear blockages properly so you don’t have the same headache in two weeks.
Step 4: Find the Right Fix
✅ Quick unblock service — for simple toilet or sink clogs.
✅ High-pressure drain jetting — for stubborn gunk and tree roots.
✅ CCTV camera inspection — if the drain keeps blocking up.
✅ Drain repair or replacement — if we find cracked or collapsed pipes.