BLOCKED DRAINS
MELTON
L Ginger Plumbing is based right here in Melton West. When your drain blocks, we get there fast — CCTV inspection, high-pressure jetting, and a permanent fix if you need one. No call centres. You deal with Luke directly.
YOUR LOCAL MELTON DRAIN SPECIALIST
We live and work in Melton. That means we know the pipes here, the common problems here, and we can get to you faster than anyone calling in from across the city.
Same Day Response
Based in Melton West, we can reach most of the Melton area within the hour. No waiting days for a plumber to drive out from Melbourne.
We Know Melton's Pipes
Many homes in Melton and Melton West have ageing clay sewer pipes that crack and get hit by tree roots. We deal with this every single day.
No Travel Markup
Because we're local, there's no inflated travel time built into the price. You pay for the work, not the drive.
IS YOUR DRAIN BLOCKED?
Don't ignore the early signs. A small blockage in Melton can turn into a sewage overflow quickly — especially with tree roots involved.
Slow Draining Water
Sinks, showers, or baths draining slowly is often the first sign of a blockage building up in the pipe.
Gurgling Sounds
Gurgling noises from your drains or toilet mean trapped air — a blockage is restricting flow somewhere in the line.
Bad Smells from Drains
Foul odours mean waste is sitting and decomposing inside the pipe. Don't ignore it.
Overflowing Gully Traps
Water overflowing from outdoor gully traps is a clear sign your sewer drain is blocked and backing up.
Multiple Drains Slow at Once
If more than one fixture is draining slowly, the problem is in your main sewer line — not just one fitting.
Water Backing Up
Water coming back up through floor drains or toilets is serious. Call us straight away.
HOW WE CLEAR BLOCKED DRAINS IN MELTON
We don't just poke at it and hope for the best. We use professional CCTV and water jetting equipment to find the problem, clear it properly, and show you exactly what caused it.
CCTV Camera Inspection
We send our Ridgid CS 65 XR HD camera into the drain to find the exact blockage point and identify the cause — roots, grease, collapse, or offset pipes.
High-Pressure Water Jetting
Our Ridgid KJ5000 water jetter cuts through tree roots, grease, and debris at high pressure, flushing the pipe completely clear.
Re-Inspect & Advise
We camera the pipe again to confirm it's clear, then give you honest advice on whether a permanent fix like drain relining makes sense for your situation.
Common Causes in Melton
Tree Roots
The number one cause of blocked drains in Melton. Older clay pipes crack and tree roots grow in through the joints seeking moisture. Once in, they fill the pipe fast.
Ageing Clay Pipes
Many Melton properties — particularly older homes — still have clay or earthenware sewer pipes that crack, collapse, or go out of alignment over time.
Grease & Fat Buildup
Cooking grease poured down the sink solidifies inside pipes and builds up until the pipe is blocked.
Foreign Objects
Wet wipes, sanitary items, and other things that shouldn't be flushed cause stubborn blockages that water jetting alone may not shift.
Got a blocked drain right now?
Call Luke — 0402 613 075KEEP GETTING BLOCKED DRAINS IN MELTON?
If your Melton drain keeps blocking — especially from tree roots — the pipe itself is likely cracked or damaged. Our no-dig drain relining permanently fixes the pipe from the inside, with a 70-year warranty. No excavation, no destroyed garden, done in a day.
MELTON SUBURBS WE SERVICE
We cover all of Melton and surrounding suburbs for blocked drain clearing, CCTV inspection, and drain relining.
BLOCKED DRAINS MELTON — COMMON QUESTIONS
How fast can you clear a blocked drain in Melton?
Same day in most cases. We're based in Melton West, so we're close by. For emergencies we aim to be on site within the hour.
What causes blocked drains in Melton?
The most common cause in Melton is tree roots growing into cracked clay sewer pipes. Many homes in Melton and Melton West have older clay pipes that crack over time. Other causes include grease buildup, foreign objects, and collapsed or offset pipes.
Will you use a camera to inspect the drain?
Yes. We use a Ridgid CS 65 XR HD camera to inspect the pipe before and after clearing. This shows exactly what caused the blockage and confirms the drain is fully clear.
My drain keeps blocking — what should I do?
If your drain in Melton keeps blocking — especially from tree roots — the pipe itself is likely cracked. Clearing it fixes the symptom but not the cause. Drain relining permanently seals the pipe from the inside with a 70-year warranty, so roots can't get back in.
BLOCKED DRAIN IN MELTON?
Call Luke directly. No call centres, no waiting on hold. Same day service available across Melton and surrounding suburbs.