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Fast help for blocked drains, without the mess
Slow drains, a blocked toilet or wastewater backing up? DCM Plumbing provides reliable blocked drain clearing for Gold Coast homes and businesses. We use CCTV drain inspections to investigate the cause where needed, and high-pressure water jetting or other clearing methods suited to your pipes and the blockage.
As a local, family-owned business, we explain what’s causing the problem and provide upfront pricing before work begins. Our team is QBCC licensed, a member of Master Plumbers Queensland and backed by thousands of positive Google reviews.
Need urgent help with a blocked drain? Call (07) 5576 5305. Our phones are answered 24/7.
Clear pricing
Upfront options before we start
Respectful service
Good work, communication & quality parts
Long-term peace of mind
Preventative checks to reduce repeat issues
OUR BLOCKED DRAINS SERVICE INCLUDE
Which Drain Service Do You Need?
Not sure which service to book? Use this guide to find the right starting point. We’ll assess the problem and recommend a suitable approach.
When you might need it
Toilet draining slowly, repeatedly blocking or backing up
How we help
Targeted clearing suited to the blockage
When you might need it
Slow or blocked kitchen sinks, showers or household drains
How we help
Clearing based on the cause and condition of the pipe
When you might need it
Outdoor drains overflowing or water pooling during rain
How we help
Assess and clear accessible outdoor drainage lines
When you might need it
Multiple fixtures backing up or wastewater overflowing
How we help
Investigate the sewer blockage and use suitable clearing equipment
When you might need it
Recurring blockages or suspected pipe damage
How we help
Inspect inside accessible pipes to help identify the cause
When you might need it
Sewage backing up or drains overflowing
How we help
Phones answered 24/7 to confirm the next available attendance
Common Causes of Blocked Drains
Blocked drains can develop gradually or happen suddenly. Common causes include:
- Grease and food scraps building up inside kitchen waste pipes.
- Wipes and sanitary products getting caught in toilets and sewer lines.
- Hair and soap residue collecting in bathroom drains.
- Tree roots entering underground pipes through cracks or joints.
- Leaves, dirt and debris obstructing stormwater drains.
- Damaged or collapsed pipes restricting the flow of wastewater.
Warning Signs of a Blocked Drain
Catching the early signs of a blockage can save you from a bigger problem later. Watch out for:
- Slow drainage from a sink, shower or toilet
- Gurgling sounds coming from drains or pipes
- Bad odours around a sink, drain or outside the property
- Water pooling in the yard or at the base of downpipes
- Wastewater backing up into another nearby fixture
- A toilet that drains slowly or needs repeated flushing
High-Pressure Drain Jetting on the Gold Coast
High-pressure water jetting uses a specialised hose and nozzle to dislodge build-up and flush loosened material through a drain. It can help clear grease, sludge and debris that household cleaning methods cannot reach.
We assess the blockage, access and condition of your pipes before choosing the equipment. Root-related blockages may need specialised cutting tools as well as clearing. Jetting can restore flow, but it cannot repair a collapsed pipe or seal cracks that allow roots to return.
For recurring blockages or suspected pipe damage, a CCTV drain inspection can help identify the underlying problem and guide any repair recommendations.
What Does Drain Clearing Cost?
The cost depends on the location and cause of the blockage, access to the pipe, the equipment needed and whether damaged pipework requires additional work. We assess the issue and explain the price for the recommended work before proceeding.
Our $0 call-out fee applies when you proceed with the repairs. If you decide not to proceed, a diagnostic fee applies. Ask our team to explain the applicable charges when booking.
Why Choose DCM for Blocked Drains?
You want to know what is wrong, what it will cost and what happens next. Our family-owned business has served the Gold Coast since 2002. We focus on clear communication and practical advice, whether you need a household drain cleared or help coordinating work at a managed property.
We use professional drainage equipment and explain when clearing is enough and when further investigation is worthwhile. You can also read our customer reviews and learn more about our team before booking.
Locations we Provide Blocked Drains Services
- Coombabah
- Coomera & Upper Coomera
- Helensvale
- Hope Island & Sanctuary Cove
- Oxenford
- Labrador
- Pacific Pines
- Paradise Point
- Parkwood
- Pimpama & Ormeau
- Runaway Bay
- Yatala
- Jacobs Well
- Norwell
- Kingsholme
- Maudsland
- Wongawallan
Book Your Blocked Drain Service
Tell us what is blocked and whether water is backing up or overflowing. We will help arrange the next step, from a routine drain-clearing booking to urgent assistance. Call for emergencies rather than waiting for an online booking response.
Book DCM Plumbing today and get your drains flowing again.
Blocked Drains FAQs
Drain clearing is the service of removing a blockage. High-pressure jetting is one method used to do that. The best approach depends on the obstruction, pipe access and condition, so not every blocked drain needs jetting.
No. Damaged, fragile or collapsed pipework may need a different approach. We assess the drain before recommending jetting and explain if further inspection or repair is needed.
Root-related blockages may be cleared using suitable equipment, but clearing does not seal the point where roots entered. If roots keep returning, a camera inspection can help identify pipe damage and guide the next step. We also caution against DIY chemicals or snaking on a root-affected drain, as these can damage older pipework.
Not always. A camera can be useful when blockages recur, the cause is uncertain or pipe damage is suspected. Depending on access and visibility, inspection may take place before or after clearing.
It depends on the blockage, access and whether there is pipe damage. We can give you a better indication after assessing the issue. Clearing a blockage and repairing an underlying fault may involve separate work.
Yes. Our phones are answered 24/7 for emergency assistance. Call if sewage is backing up or a drain is overflowing, and tell us what is happening so we can confirm the next available attendance.
Recurring blockages can be caused by material building up inside the pipe, root intrusion or a defect in the drainage system. Investigating the cause helps determine whether cleaning, a change in use or repair work is needed.
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Testimonials
What Our valued Customers Say
As a Body Corporate Manager of over 180 complexes I need a very reliable plumber. DCM have always met and exceeded my expectations. They attend to jobs promptly and contact my clients swiftly to let them know when they will be attending. They will contact me while at a job to discuss the issue further if required. Many of my clients have commented on the great service and quality of workmanship. DCM are my number 1 plumber that I recommend to my complexes and will continue to be so. I highly recommend DCM for any of your plumbing & drainage issues, you will be impressed the first time and every time there after
Jason Boatswain
Body Corporate Manager Mermaid Beach 4218
Bought a new house and 2 days later discovered I had a water leak, DCM came out, located the leak under the car port, cut the concrete and and fixed the problem within a day. Great service and extremely friendly. A good honest tradesman. Would recommended to anyone
Mark T
Robina 4226
DCM installed an undersink hot water system in our office at Varsity Lakes. They gave us several options to consider and the selected unit was delivered and installed by competent tradesmen who were a delight to have on our premises. Highly recommended
Carolyn W
Bilambil Heights 2486
More thanks to you guys for looking after me so promptly, efficiently and with a smile! I very much appreciate you and hope I can spread the good word and pass more work your way! Thanks again team. Keep up the great work team
Jaqui P
Southport 4215
Great professional, friendly service. Nothing was too much trouble and they cleaned up after themselves. Thanks guys!
Kirsten M
Burleigh 4220
No Bull, straight down to fixing things up! Everyone I come into contact with from DCM were very efficient and professional. Delighted with the work and would highly recommend your services
David
Mudgeeraba 4213
Service was excellent. Prompt response, honest and sensible advice, top of the line equipment (in my untrained opinion). Professional, knowledgeable, articulate, friendly company rep (although he is the boss). Right from the first phone call and then the follow-up call to let me know he was on the way the service was excellent. My original motivation was pricing but the service was excellent beyond that. I will be using you guys again and I will be recommending you to others. Thank you.
Ralph G
Southport 4215
Our property management team has worked with DCM Plumbing for a number of years now. We keep using their services because they’re reliable and get the job done without hassle while being respectful to our tenants. Finding tradies who respond to job orders in a timely way and having a back office team who can actually answer any follow-up questions we have isn’t always easy to find on the Gold Coast, but DCM has been a great partner in helping us deliver excellent service for our landlords and tenants.
Daniel
Propcare One – Sales, Property Management & Commercial, Miami 4220
DCM Plumbing are the main plumbing company that we use for our rentals and holiday properties. They act super-fast on work orders and ensure all parties (tenants, agent etc) are all kept up to date with the process. They provide detailed reports and quotes that also include photos. Office staff and plumbers are also very friendly. Thanks team.
Jessica & Nakeisha
Your Property Investment Management Team – LJ Hooker Currumbin 4223
As a Property Manager with a very busy portfolio on the Gold Coast, I am happy that I never have to worry about my plumbing needs, DCM Plumbers are fast, reliable, reasonably priced, clean and tidy. All the tradies know to call me for any additional expenditure, quotes are completed promptly as is all invoicing. I have received many compliments from my tenants and landlords about how lovely the boys are, and how swiftly their repairs have been dealt with. Highly Recommend
Michelle
Property Investment Manager LJ Hooker Nerang 4211
In my dealings with DCM Plumbing I have found them to be prompt and thorough in their investigations. They have managed to find the problem, especially leaks, when other contractors have failed. They will fix the issue whilst onsite with competitive pricing and provide their recommendations to rectify any further issue they feel may occur. Unless directed otherwise by my body corporates, they are my first option for plumbing issues.
Lisa
Body Corporate Choice, Palm Beach, 4221
Carl was great to work with - happy and engaged and talked me through the process and what he was doing to fix the problem. Didn’t leave until he was sure he’d done all he could to fix the problem.
Sharon Houghton
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DCM Plumbing are family run team of professional plumbers. Our team is dedicated to supplying a professional plumbing and drainage service throughout the Gold Coast. We have been servicing residential and commercial properties since 2002 within Burleigh Heads and throughout the Gold Coast region.
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