Drainage Guides

Learn how to tackle residential stormwater pit installation yourself with our clear, practical, simple 10-step instructions for Brisbane homeowners.

Looking to prevent a plumbing headache? Read our top 43 (yes, 43) causes of blocked drains of every sort imaginable – and how to spot them early.

Here’s how to unblock a sink in 5 safe, easy and legal ways – but watch out for the warning signs that mean you’ll need to bring in a professional.

Learn how to get rid of drain flies for good. Our step-by-step guide outlines the 5 home remedies to try in order using simple tools and safe cleaners.

Find out which drain cleaning tools actually work for different blockages – from kitchen and bathroom sinks to stormwater drains and beyond.

Learn how to unblock drains outside – legally – in Queensland and beyond. Discover what DIY is allowed and how plumbers professionally clear blocked outdoor drains.

Thinking of using an electric eel drain snake cleaner yourself? Learn the steps, the risks, and whether there’s a safer DIY alternative.

If you’re reading it, you probably realise it – tree roots in pipes lead to serious plumbing issues! Learn how to detect, clear, and prevent root invasions.

Not sure who is responsible for storm water drains on your property? Here’s your clarification about your responsibilities vs the council’s responsibilities.

Has that sound of bubbling, glugging and gurgling drains given you a headache? Read our exclusive 6 steps to silence drain gurgling all by yourself.

How do I find stormwater pipes on my property? We hear it all the time, but we have the 5 easy methods that work – the plans, the clues, the run-off, and more.

Brisbane's wet season can turn a quiet drizzle into a devastating deluge - and a blocked downpipe is the last thing you need on top of all that when the rain is hammering your roof. What are downpipes again? They're those pipes connecting the gutters with the ground....