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Yard flooding after rain?
If water is pooling in the yard, bubbling out of a downpipe, or finding its way back toward the house, there is a good chance your stormwater line is blocked.
DCM Plumbing handles blocked stormwater drains on the Gold Coast with the right equipment, clear advice and an upfront price before work starts.
We are a family-run local team with a $0 call out fee*, QBCC licensing, Master Plumbers Queensland membership, and 1500+ 5-star Google reviews.
If you need a stormwater drainage plumber who can find the cause and fix it properly, book in today.
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
Signs it is more than surface water
Stormwater problems usually show up when heavy rain hits and the system cannot cope.
We work on residential and commercial stormwater drainage on the Gold Coast, including downpipes, pits, surface drains and underground stormwater lines.
If the issue turns out to involve broader drainage beyond the stormwater system, our blocked drains service covers that too.
What to look for
A blocked stormwater drain often shows up as water pooling around grates, soggy patches in the yard, overflowing gutters, downpipes spilling water, or runoff pushing back toward the house or patio. If the same area floods every time it rains, the line usually needs more than a quick clean.
What usually causes it
Leaves, silt, dirt, roots, collapsed sections and ground movement are all common causes. Sometimes the issue starts at the grate or pit, but often the real problem is further down the line where the stormwater pipe blocked by roots, debris or damage cannot move water away fast enough.
What to do right now
Clear any obvious debris from the grate if it is safe to do so, but do not assume that will solve it. If water is still slow to drain, the blockage is usually underground. Our guide on how to unblock a stormwater drain explains what you can try first and when it is time to call a plumber.
When it is urgent
If water is entering the house, building up against walls, flooding a garage, or washing out garden beds and paths, act quickly. In that situation you need more than storm water drain cleaning, you need the cause identified and the flow restored before the next downpour. For urgent help, our emergency blocked drains service is available 24/7.
How we sort it properly
Good stormwater plumbing starts with finding out why the line is failing.
We do not treat every blockage the same.
First we inspect the affected area, then we confirm whether the blockage is debris, roots, pipe damage or a crushed section, and then we clear or repair what is needed.
That is how you unblock stormwater drain issues properly instead of chasing the same problem every storm season.
How we diagnose the problem
We start with the visible signs, where the water is backing up, which pits or downpipes are affected, and how the system behaves during or after rain. If needed, we use a CCTV drain camera inspection to look inside the line and confirm whether the blocked stormwater pipe is full of silt, choked with roots, broken, or squashed by ground movement or building work.
How we clear or repair it
For many blocked stormwater drain cleaning jobs, high-pressure jetting is the best way to cut through build-up and flush the line clear. If roots have got in, we may be able to clear them, but if the pipe is cracked or collapsed, the real fix may be repair or replacement. If the problem sits closer to internal wastes or other fixtures, our blocked sink and drain service or blocked toilet service may also be relevant.
How to help prevent it
Keep grates and gutters clear, watch for tree roots near old lines, and do not ignore minor pooling after rain. Small warning signs often show up before a full blockage. Our article on preparing your stormwater drains for Gold Coast storm season is a useful place to start if you want to reduce the risk of repeat problems.
What to expect on the day
We inspect the problem area, test the line, and explain what we have found. Then we give you an upfront price before work starts. Once approved, we clear the blockage or repair the damaged section, check the flow, and let you know whether anything else should be addressed to protect the property long term.
Why choose DCM Plumbing?
DCM Plumbing is a long-standing Gold Coast company known for friendly service, tidy work and straightforward advice.
We have been servicing residential and commercial properties since 2002, we are QBCC licensed, members of Master Plumbers Queensland, and backed by 1500+ 5-star Google reviews.
You can read more on why customers choose DCM Plumbing and see how we manage bookings on our process.
Locations We Service Across the Gold Coast
- 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 one our Blocked Stormwater Drains specialists
If the yard is flooding, the downpipes are overflowing, or you need stormwater drain cleaning services before the next big storm, book DCM Plumbing today.
We will inspect the line, find the cause, and tell you clearly what it will take to fix it.
If you want drainage solutions on the Gold Coast from a local team that values clear communication and proper repairs, we are ready to help.
Blocked Stormwater Drains FAQs
The usual signs are water pooling near pits or grates, downpipes overflowing, soggy areas in the yard, runoff moving back toward the house, and flooding during rain. If the same area keeps filling up, the line is likely blocked underground.
Leaves, dirt, silt, roots, pipe damage and ground movement are the most common causes. A blocked storm water drain cost can vary depending on whether the issue is simple debris or a damaged line that needs repair after inspection.
We inspect the affected pits, grates and downpipes first, then test how the line is draining. If needed, we use CCTV for storm drain inspection so we can see exactly what is inside the pipe before recommending the best fix.
Cost depends on what is causing the blockage, how far down the line it is, whether stormwater drain cleaning services are enough, and whether the pipe is damaged and needs repair. We assess the problem first and provide an upfront price before work begins.
Simple jobs can often be cleared on the day. More complex issues can take longer if roots, crushed pipework or repairs are involved after inspection.
Clear loose debris from accessible grates if it is safe, keep water away from the house where possible, and book a plumber if the area is still flooding or draining slowly. If water is entering the home, treat it as urgent.
Helpful Tips for Blocked Stormwater Drains
Some useful resources you might find helpful:
