A blocked drain is more than just an inconvenience – it can lead to unpleasant odours, water damage, and costly repairs if left unaddressed. At Fix Xperts, we understand the urgency. As your trusted Blocked Drain Specialists in Gauteng, we offer rapid, effective, and guaranteed solutions for homes and businesses across Kempton Park, Johannesburg, and surrounding areas.

Don’t let a blocked drain disrupt your day. Call Fix Xperts now for immediate assistance: (011) 391-0989 or (011) 391 0987.

Is Your Drain Blocked? Signs and Common Causes

Knowing the signs of a blocked drain can help you act quickly. If you notice any of the following, it’s time to investigate:

• Slow Drainage: Water takes an unusually long time to drain from sinks, showers, or baths.

• Gurgling Noises: Strange gurgling sounds coming from drains or toilets.

• Unpleasant Odours: Foul smells emanating from your plugholes.

• Water Backing Up: Water rising in sinks, showers, or toilets when another fixture is used.

• Visible Overflow: Sewage or wastewater overflowing from outdoor drains.

What’s Causing Your Blocked Drain?

The culprit often depends on the drain’s location:

• Kitchen Drains: Primarily blocked by an accumulation of food particles, cooking grease, and oil. Over time, these substances solidify and create stubborn blockages.

• Bathroom & Toilet Drains: Commonly obstructed by hair, soap scum, sanitary products, “flushable” wipes (which often aren’t!), excessive toilet paper, cotton wool, and foreign objects like hair grips.

• Outdoor Drains: Usually suffer from buildup of leaves, foliage, garden debris, and most significantly, invasive tree roots that seek out moisture in your pipes.

When to Call a Professional Blocked Drain Specialist

While minor clogs might sometimes be tackled with a plunger, persistent or severe blockages require expert intervention. Trying DIY solutions with harsh chemical drain cleaners can often cause more harm than good, damaging your pipes and creating dangerous fumes.

It’s time to call Fix Xperts if:

• Your drain remains blocked despite your best efforts.

• Multiple drains in your home are blocked simultaneously (indicating a main line issue).

• You notice sewage backup or foul odours.

• You suspect tree root intrusion or pipe damage.

• You value a guaranteed, long-term solution over temporary fixes.

Our fully trained and experienced plumbers are equipped to pinpoint the exact cause of your blockage and clear it effectively and safely.

Our Professional Blocked Drain Solutions

At Fix Xperts, we pride ourselves on delivering reliable, lasting solutions for all types of blocked drains. Since 2005, we’ve been the go-to specialists in Gauteng, employing advanced techniques for effective drain unblocking and cleaning:

• Thorough Diagnosis: We don’t guess. We use precise methods, including CCTV drain camera inspections, to accurately locate the blockage and identify its cause (e.g., tree roots, pipe damage, heavy debris).

• High-Pressure Hydro-Jetting: This powerful method uses highly pressurized water to blast through stubborn blockages, remove sludge, grease, and debris, and thoroughly clean the inside of your pipes without causing damage.

• Mechanical Augering/Snaking: For specific, localized clogs, our plumbers use professional-grade drain snakes to break through and retrieve obstructions.

• Tree Root Removal: Specialized tools are used to cut and clear invasive tree roots that have penetrated your drainage system.

• Preventative Advice: After clearing your drain, we’ll offer expert advice on how to prevent future blockages.