BLOCKED DRAINS

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Blocked sewer drains—yep, that dreaded plumbing problem—are a common annoyance on the Central Coast, and let’s face it, everyone will have to deal with a clogged drain at some point. Without the plumbing knowledge that comes from over 24 years of experience unblocking drains, it can be pretty daunting to know what to do when your pipes start gurgling angrily at you.

Now, you may have followed the golden “3 Ps” rule religiously: Pee, Poo, and (toilet) Paper only. But alas, tree roots, broken pipes, and even good old ground movement can still conspire against you. So, how can you tell if your sewer is plotting a watery rebellion, and what should you do if it is?

How to Spot a Sewer Blockage (Before It's Too Late)

Sewer blockages don't usually just happen overnight—they like to give you little hints before going into chaos mode. Some telltale signs include:

Gurgling drains when you flush, shower, or drain the sink. (Yes, that strange sound is your pipe’s version of a warning grumble.)

The unmistakable stench of sewer wafting around your home. (Trust me, you’ll know it.)

Sinks, showers, and basins draining slower than your morning motivation.

Your toilet bowl playing mind games by either overfilling or draining so fast you’re convinced it's a portal to another dimension.

The overflow relief gully outside your house showing signs of sewage or toilet paper. (Definitely not something you want decorating your garden.)

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What to Do if the Drain Rebels?

First things first, STOP flushing! No, seriously—flushing more won’t help. In fact, it might turn your bathroom into a swampy disaster zone.

Next, locate your overflow relief gully (it’s outside, usually on the “meh” side of your house). If this is full of water or there’s toilet paper floating about, you’ve got yourself a blocked drain.

Then, check out your property sewer boundary trap (BT) or inspection shaft (IS) if you’ve got one. You can find it where your pipes shake hands with the water authority’s main drains. Pop open the cap and if it’s overflowing or filled to the brim with sewage—congrats, your sewer is officially blocked.

Finally, take a look at your plumbing fixtures. If they’re draining slowly or making gurgling noises like a disgruntled stomach, you’ve got yourself a clog. Try filling up your sink, then pull the plug. If the water lingers like an unwanted guest, it's time to call in the pros.

Give Ring That Guy A Shout

When all else fails, call in the experts—aka, your local blocked-drain plumber. These superheroes of the sewers (not a turtle) will arrive with high-pressure water jets, sewer snakes, and years of experience to save your pipes from rebellion.

At Ring That Guy, after they've cleared your drain, they’ll even go full spy-mode with a CCTV camera inspection to see what caused the mess in the first place. If any further repairs are needed, they’ll provide a FREE fixed-price quote and give you the CCTV footage, so you can shop around for extra quotes if you like.

No need to pay for a second round of drain cam action! With over 24 years in the business and more than half a decade of combined experience unblocking sewers, the Ring That Guy team has seen it all—and lived to tell the (occasionally smelly) tale!