The job of the main sewer line in your home is to transport wastewater away from the plumbing fixtures to the Council sewer mains. The main sewer line is located underground, starting underneath the house and running out to the street where it connects to the City main. There are a number of reasons why a sewer line may collapse including deterioration due to old age, tree root intrusion or movement in the soil surrounding the pipe. If the collapsed area of pipe is located under the grassy area of your yard it can be accessed fairly easily and repaired. However, if it has collapsed underneath the house, a concrete slab, driveway or garage the rectification process is more challenging and expensive.

When you renovate your home, build an extension or buy a brand new home, the construction process can have a lasting impact on the plumbing infrastructure. The process of new construction or renovation creates a significant amount of waste including sawdust, nails, glue, welding slag, tilers grout, oils, grease and other construction material. If this ends up in the drain pipes it can cause major issues for your drainage.

People who have yards filled with sprawling trees tend to spend lots of time maintaining their gardens, including pruning, watering, trimming and raking. Few, however, turn their attention to what is happening below the surface. This innocent omission can lead to major problems with a home’s sewerage and stormwater systems. So what are the signs of tree root invasion?

Plumbing emergencies can happen at any time and when you least expect it. They often occur outside of business hours such as late at night or on the weekend. This is because the plumbing fixtures in your home are more frequently used during these hours when everyone is at home. If you’re faced with a plumbing emergency try to stay calm. Plumbing emergencies can pose a risk to your family’s health and can cause lasting water damage to your home. It’s important to remain level headed and take action fast.

Sydney has been blessed with above average rainfall this summer, a stark yet welcome contrast to the bushfire season last year. Storms and heavy rainfall, however, carry a different set of risks for homeowners such as falling trees, power outages and possible flooding. When stormwater drains are damaged or clogged the issue often goes undetected until a downpour causes the drains to overflow and flood the property.

We maintain our cars by having them serviced regularly. We maintain our home and gardens by mowing the lawn, removing weeds and cleaning. When it comes to our plumbing, however, most people are reactive rather than proactive. Waiting until things go wrong - as opposed to routine maintenance of the plumbing systems in your home - is both expensive and inconvenient. This article looks at the advantages of plumbing maintenance and some helpful tips on how homeowners can keep drains free from clogs.

CCTV pipe inspections provide valuable information for a number of stakeholders including homeowners, tenants, landlords and property managers. Plumbing cameras are the most trusted technology used to find out what is happening inside underground sewers and drains. The camera relays high-resolution, real-time footage back to a monitor where the plumber or operator can see exactly what’s causing issues with your drainage. Below is a list of the most popular reasons for booking a CCTV pipe inspection and the benefits it can provide.

As 2020 draws to a close, the team at JAB Pluming Solutions would like to thank all of our customers for their ongoing support. This year we have shared loads of handy tips about your homes plumbing and drainage systems. In this post we recap our most popular blogs of 2020. We wish everyone a safe and a happy new year free from drain blockages and plumbing disasters!

Technology is ever-changing and the plumbing industry is no exception. The arsenal of tools that licensed plumbers use to clean drains has improved exponentially in recent years. If there is a blocked drain on your property, you will want to hire a plumber who owns the correct tools. These tools enable plumbers to diagnose drainage issues and remedy them in the quickest and most effective manner.

As the holiday season ramps up so do the number of clogged drains. This is because people are spending more time at home, there are extra family members or guests coming to stay and the plumbing fixtures are in high demand. Lavish meals are lovingly prepared and consumed meaning lots of greasy dishes. When you’re enjoying the end-of-year break, the last thing you need is a clogged drain or overflowing toilet. Below are some useful tips on preventing a clogged drain disaster this holiday season.

Plumbing emergencies don’t wait for business hours. They happen at the most inconvenient times such as late at night or when you’re hosting a party on the weekend. Plumbing emergencies pose a real and imminent threat to your home and your family. No-one plans for a plumbing emergency. But most people don’t plan to prevent them either. With a little care, regular maintenance and mindfulness you could avoid an expensive, late-night visit from an emergency plumber.

Can you flush kitty litter down the toilet? Does kitty litter clog drains? People opt to flush litter for a number of reasons ranging from convenience to a misguided attempt at being environmentally friendly. The reality is that kitty litter - even the flushable variety - clogs drains. This blog post looks at what happens when you flush kitty litter down the toilet.

Plumbing services can be expensive. No-one wants to hear that it’s going to cost $6000 to replace the crumbling, tree-infested clay pipes buried in the backyard. While people are content to spend money getting their car serviced, teeth whitened or dog groomed, when it comes to paying a plumber’s call-out fee and an hourly rate of $75 to $150 people are astounded. Despite popular misconceptions, plumbers aren't out to rip off the public. They provide a public health service ensuring that we have a clean water supply and sanitary living conditions.

Blocked drains can be expensive and inconvenient. While some drain blockages are out of our control, the majority of clogged drains in Sydney are inadvertently caused by homeowners. This article looks at three bad habits that could be contributing to blocked drains in your home.

Blocked drains can occur in both private wastewater (sewer) systems and public wastewater systems. Landowners are responsible for maintaining private wastewater systems, while Sydney Water is responsible for the public sewer system. Things can get confusing when a blockage in the public wastewater system causes problem for a private landowner. This blog post explains the difference between public and private sewer systems and outlines the process whereby expenses can be claimed when a private landowner has incurred a loss caused by a public clog.

Even though we use them everyday, the average person gives little thought to the drains in their home. It’s only when a plumbing fixture stops working that people turn their attention to their home’s plumbing system. Taking time to learn more about your drains is beneficial because it can help prevent blockages from occurring. This blog post explains the main drains throughout the home and the most common causes of blockages.

When it comes to information on the internet, clogged laundry drains receive much less attention than other blocked drains in the home. The majority of articles focus on blocked drains in the kitchen, clogged toilets or blockages outside the home such as those in the main sewer line or stormwater drain. The reality is that laundry tubs and laundry sinks are just as susceptible to blockages as other drains. This articles looks at the primary causes of blocked laundry drains and the best ways to prevent them.

Little attention is given to a home’s drainage system until something goes wrong. It’s only when the sewer starts to overflow, the kitchen sink won’t drain properly or the toilet backs up that residents call a Sydney plumber to get their drains cleaned. However, the sewer system and plumbing pipes that transport waste away from your home should be maintained throughout the year, not only when they're malfunctioning. Regular maintenance can protect your home and family from the inconvenience of a clogged drain.

When you think of the major causes of toilet backups and clogged toilets, things like tampons or tree roots normally come to mind. But did you know that your choice of toilet paper could be causing your toilet to clog? Unfortunately, the more luxurious, soft and thick a toilet paper is, the higher the likelihood of it damaging your plumbing.

There are plenty of preventative measures that can be taken to minimise the risk of drain blockages in your home. As with most things, prevention is the best remedy. If you can avoid a clogged drain you will save yourself time, money, stress and the inconvenience of dealing with a blockage. Furthermore, some clogged drains can be unhygienic and messy too. This article offers six simple things you can do to reduce clogged drains and toilets at your property.