Many plumbers advertise low prices for clearing blocked drains so they get hired for the job. Once they’ve secured it, they then add additional expenses to the bill such as call out fees, use of specialist machinery and hourly labour costs. It quickly adds up and you could end up paying much more than the initial price that lured you in.

Blocked drains can be confusing because they affect multiple stakeholders. Everyone from property owners to local councils have a responsibility to maintain drainage, but who is responsible for what? Most importantly, who needs to pay the plumber's bill?

Blocked drain cleaning products are made from strong chemicals such as sulfuric acid, potassium hydroxide and sodium hydroxide. These ingredients can be dangerous to your health, hence the warning labels that urge customers to wear protective clothing and to keep products away from children and pets. There are some eco-friendly options on the market, but how well do they work when it comes to clearing tough blockages?

Have you ever had your bathing bliss cut short by a blocked drain? Looking down to find your feet soaking in murky drain water defeats the whole purpose of having a shower. It leaves you feeling unclean and annoyed.

There are three things that can be flushed down the toilet – number ones, number twos and toilet paper. That’s it. Stick to this simple rule and you can avoid the embarrassment of a blocked drain down the track.

Beneath the bustling streets of Sydney lies a complex network of pipes and sewers. Much of this network was built a long time ago and has been subject to corrosion, cracks and tree root intrusion. In addition to old age, Sydney plumbing is under attack from “FOG” - fats, oil and grease that has been incorrectly disposed of down the sink.