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Blocked drains Melbourne

Struggling with blocked sewer drains or stuffed-up stormwater drains? Our blocked drain specialists are on call 24/7. Give us a ring, and we’ll be there in an hour.
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5.0
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Melbourne’s leading blocked drain plumbers, at your service

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24hrs 7 days

Struggling with a blocked plumbing emergency? We’re on our way.
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1-hour service
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Day or night, CBD or outer suburbs, we’ll be there in an instant.
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30 years
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We’ve yet to come across a drain blockage we can’t unstick.
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Family owned & operated

An experienced and reliable and friendly plumber? Better believe it.

We’ll have your drains flowing smoothly in no time

At the risk of stating the obvious: a blocked drain is a heck of a problem. After 30 years leading Melbourne’s plumbing industry, we’ve come to learn that a blockage is either the symptom of one problem or the beginning of another. It could be that a fault in the pipes (like age or damage) is causing the block, or the block is about to cause a waste back-up and flood your site. Take a deep breath. All is not lost. We’re on the case. 

As a full-service plumbing specialist, we can unblock the most stubborn blockages. Arriving in fully-equipped vans, our plumbers come prepared to diagnose potential future problems or deal with immediate emergencies. Blocked sink or overflowing stormwater drain, we’ll get it sorted.

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We’re the best because we use the best

A tradie is only as good as their tools, which is why we insist on using the best tools on the market. With our sterling reputation, we’ve managed to partner with leading toolmakers and plumbing system manufacturers. That’s how we’re able to design reliably robust solutions that’ll last a good long while.

Our blocked drains services

We’ve spent hours elbow-deep in some of the most noxious blocked drains in Melbourne. So if our confidence verges on arrogance, believe us when we say we’ve earned it. We’re here to help. Just point us in the right direction.

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Hear your pipes gurgling? You’ve got a blocked sink. We’ve got it covered.

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Blocked stormwater drains flooding outside your house? Leave it to us.

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Our steel-spined plumbers will unblock the most foul and fetid bogs.

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Unless you know the cause, assume every block is an emergency and call our experts.

Want to see us clear blocked drains?

We’ll spare you the Not-Safe-For-Work images of our plumbers digging through a blocked sewer drain. But here are a few tasteful snaps of our team hard at work.

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We can be there within the hour, guaranteed

Our streamlined service allows us to instantly respond to every client. Whether you’ve got blocked stormwater drains in front of your office or need comprehensive drain repair for your apartment complex, we’ll get it done on the double.

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Call us the moment you see a puddle or hear a gurgle.
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Our friendly team will call you back within the hour.
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Secure a solution
We’ll either rush out immediately or schedule a visit at your convenience.

Our service areas

Despite the name, we haven’t been an exclusively inner-city plumber for years. These days, we provide drain unblocking services for businesses, homes and residential estates right across Melbourne. 

Rest assured that distance doesn’t affect our response time. If you’re within the Melbourne metropolitan area, you can count on us. 

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What our customers say

Inner City Plumbing
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Steve was on time, professional and upfront with everything that needed to be done. Would highly recommend.
Response from the owner: Daniel, so glad to hear you found our company to be upfront and Steve let you know with what needed to be done. Steve is very honest and upfront and always involving the customer so they are aware of what is going on. Thanks for the review and the recommendation. The team at Inner City Plumbing.
Inner City Plumbing did a very good job at a reasonable price. Will use them again. .
Response from the owner: Thank you so much Charlotte for taking time leaving us a 5 star review. Our team at Inner City Plumbing do appreciate it. Glad we could help you.
Thank you for your excellent work Shane - timely, very patient, professional & solved all our plumbing issues - much appreciated. Would have no hesitation recommending you to family & friends. Regards Roz & Wayne
Response from the owner: Thanks Roz & Wayne, Shane does do excellent work 🙂 Thank you for the review and the recommendation. I will pass on to Shane the kind words you have said. Regards Inner City Plumbing Team
Absolutely fantastic service and can highly recommend them to everyone. Customer service was brilliant right from the start to finish. Steve and his apprentice were very friendly and quality of their workmanship is excellent. Thank you guys so much.
Response from the owner: Carol, thank you for taking the time in leaving us a 5 star review and highly recommending us. Glad we could assist you with what you required. Thank you so so much for the Warrabilla Riesling, loved it.. Thanks so much Carol very sweet of you.
From the first day i contacted Inner City Plumbing «  Paras » as assisted me and within a day i had a tradesman’s . to my place . i have find very them profetional and efficient . Not only they are profetional but the have a fantastic attitude, on time on the job. i highly recommend Inner City Plumber . Thank you for the great job ..
Response from the owner: Ohhh Daniel, Thank you so much for the review, it means so much to us. You were a pleasure and a delight from the first time you called us. Glad we could help you and got that hot water back on especially for the girls 🙂 Thanks for the lovely bag of lemons as well. Delicious.... Thanks again for the review.
Quick, efficient and friendly and most importantly did an excellent job. Follow up job equally impressive. Great communication about all the options. For peace of mind these guys are the best I've found.
Response from the owner: Thanks David for your honest review. The team at Inner City Plumbing
Thank you for your help, courteous and efficient and very happy with our new hot water system.
Sam and his team at Innercity plumbing are fantastic!! Sam is honest upfront and organised.. from roof replacements on commercial buildings to residential general plumbing.. Inner-city is dependable… prompt in their responses and helpful with any questions always.. Thankyou Sam for your incredible work with our new roof install recently .. highly recommend innercity plumbing
Response from the owner: Amy thanks for taking time and leaving us a 5 star review. The team at Inner City Plumbing do appreciate your kind honest words.
Prompt, efficient and did a great job - this basically sums up my experience with these guys. Late Friday afternoon my only toilet in the house became blocked (that was my diagnosis) so the prospect of going through the entire weekend with a blocked toilet was not at all appealing. I called around a few plumbers and none would come out on short notice. Fortunately I called these guys, on their website it says ‘plumber within the hour’ and true to their word, they were there within the hour. The service could not have been better, they immediately diagnosed that the issue was not with the toilet itself, rather it was the blocked sewer in the laneway at the back of the property. They had all machinery in the van and with two guys on the job they went to work and unblocked the drainage. Disaster averted!I was really impressed by how Shane and the other plumber (sorry I can’t remember his name), went about their job. Very precise, didn’t make a mess and tidied up after they finished the job. Really good guys to deal with. Well done and thank you!
Response from the owner: Wow!!!! Thanks Matei for such a honest and positive review. So glad we could help you and a blockage afterhours its not a nice thing to be dealing with especially on a Friday afternoon. Thanks again from the team at Inner City Plumbing
Super lovely and fast plumbers. Had to replace the hot water service and was done within 24 hours. Would have them again with any other plumbing needs.
Response from the owner: Thanks Abi for a lovely review. We know how important it is to have hot water a home especially with Melbournes weather...:) Thanks again Abi really appreciate it.
Efficient communication and easy to work with
Response from the owner: Thank you Sulu. So glad to hear you found our service efficient and easy to work with. Regards the team at Inner City Plumbing
I've had Inner City over a couple of times and really appreciate them. Always prompt, easy to work with and they get the job done. Their rates seem pretty competitive too.
Response from the owner: Hi Jane always a pleasure to help you. thanks for the review.
We recommend Inner City Plumbing highly. We called the company for a big leak in the pipes in our kitchen. Guy and his assistant came quickly, diagnosed the problem, fixed it and were able to provide the needed supplies. They were knowledgeable and worked efficiently. We’ll definitely call them again for other plumbing needs. HG
Response from the owner: Thank you Hugh for such a great review. It was a pleasure booking your job in and being able to help you on the day. Thanks for the recommendation and the review the team at Inner City Plumbing.
Response from the owner: Thanks Trudi for taking the time to leave us 5 star.
They arrived quickly, when they said they would, and were professional and helpful thought. Excellent service!
Response from the owner: Thanks Robert, always here to help. So glad to here such a positive review, means alot to our company.
Response from the owner: Thank you so much for leaving us 5 stars
Really helpful and efficient guys. Decent quotes. Would certainly recommend
Response from the owner: Victoria, we are very glad we could assist with your plumbing situation. Thank you for recommending us and taking the time to leave a review. We truly appreciate it.
These guys turn up on time, are efficient, polite and even clean up after themselves! What's not to like?? 😁👍
Response from the owner: Indeed, Rosemary, what's not to appreciate about our service? As you've rightly pointed out, we are punctual, efficient, courteous, and we even tidy up after ourselves. We sincerely thank you for your candid review.
Guy Smith-Steane came to fix sewage blockage at my house today. He was punctual and professional, and very pleasant to deal with. Very grateful that he was able to resolve the issue, and my toilets were finally functioning properly again. Highly recommend Guy and Inner City Plumbing.
Response from the owner: Thank you Danica for such a fantastic 5 star review. Must say Guy is very professional when it comes to blockages 🙂 Thanks for the recommendation.
Prompt service with from a plumber who identified my problem and quickly fixed it at a reasonable price (taking account of the fact the service was outside normal working hours) I will keep this company in mind when I require plumbing work in the future.
Response from the owner: Thanks Ed for taking the time to leave us a 5star review.
Big thanks to Jack & Guy for installing a couple of wall hung vanities.They were quick, efficient and excellent value for money.Would def hire them again for any plumbing issues!
Response from the owner: Thanks Ash for a fantastic 5 star review. Glad that Jack & Guy could help you with the vanities.
Highly recommend. Courteous & helpful plumber, job efficiently done. Thank you.
Response from the owner: Thanks Liz for the recommendation.
Responsive and reliable but somewhat expensive.I called Inner City Plumbing 7am Monday morning after a burst pipe overnight had our water off at the mains and unable to shower for work.They were one of the only plumbers that answered the phone and arrived promptly at 8:30am and resolved the issue in 1.5hours.I thought normal rates would apply but I think we were still charged "emergency" rates based on the final bill.
Response from the owner: Thanks Rachael for talking the time to leave us a review
Fantastic service very good guys to deal with very good rates and prompt on time service
Response from the owner: Thank you Louie for leaving our company a 5 star review. Great to hear that you are happy with our service.
Fast, friendly and efficient service. I highly recommended Inner City Plumbing.
Response from the owner: Thanks for the recommendation Louise. The team at Inner City Plumbing.
Inner City Plumbing attended property to assess hot water issue. They were prompt, efficient and honest in their assessment. Extremely professional and thoroughly communicated their professional opinion. Highly recommend!
Response from the owner: Mirabella thank you so much for your 5 star review. The team at Inner City Plumbing really appreciate you taking the time to leave this honest review. Thanks for the recommendation.
Inner City Plumbing fixed my hot water problem quickly, as well as alerting me to another potential issue in my bathroom. They responded to my initial phone call promptly and arrived at the appointed time, which was great. I will definitely use Inner City Plumbing again as the service was professional and efficient.
Response from the owner: Thanks Eva for your review. Glad we could help you quickly and you found our service to be professional... thats what we like to hear.... thanks again the team Inner City Plumbing
Prompt, professional and very honest. I will continue to use this company and definitely tell family and friends about them. Refreshing to see that customer service still exists. Explained everything thoroughly and answered all my questions. Honestly the best company as far as tradies to work on my extensive renovation. Thanks guys!!
Response from the owner: Thanks George ...wow what a review.... thanks for being so polite. Always happy to help. Regards the team at Inner City Plumbing
Fantastic service received from Inner city plumbing yet again! Prompt call out, reasonable fees & friendly team. Thanks again to Sam & Inner city Plumbing for doing an amazing job!!!Highly recommended!!!!! John
Response from the owner: Thanks so much John, for taking the time to leave such a fantastic review. Glad to hear the job was completed in an amazing way !!!! and thanks for your recommendation. From the team at Inner City Plumbing
Fantastic customer service, both over the phone and with plumbers who fixed my gas leak and hot water. Explained the problem and quoted the cost before carrying out any work.Thanks for the help.Highly recommend Inner City Plumbing
Response from the owner: Thanks Metal J Drummer for your positive feedback.
Shane was on time, found the problem and fixed it quickly - great service from Inner City Plumbing.
Response from the owner: Thanks Louis for leaving us a 5 star review. Will pass this on to Shane. Regards inner city plumbing team.
Inner City Plumbing were fantastic, everything from booking in the appointment, to the plumbers Jack and Lauchlan turning up on time, giving advice, and honestly working hard, would call them again any day of the week if I or when I need another plumbing problem resolved. I highly recommend them
Response from the owner: Thanks Cameron for the 5 star review and your recommendation. I will pass onto the plumbers. Regards the team at Inner City Plumbing.
Response from the owner: Thanks Tsets Gibbons for taking the time and leaving us 5 stars.Much apprectiated.
Just got off the phone with Inner City Plumbing, where they saved me a few grand. Was looking to get drain grates installed on my roof. I had a previous plumber quote me a suspicious price, so I wanted a second opinion. Called up Inner City where I was redirected to Sam. After some back and forth, he explained that it was something I could easily do myself for a fraction of the cost. They could've easily charged for a visit, but instead just gave me honest and practical advice.
Response from the owner: Hi Nathan, always a pleasure to help and if we can save the customer money thats what we like to do. Thanks for a great review. The team at Inner City Plumbing.
I couldn’t say enough good things about Shane, and Inner City Plumbing. Bang on time, fixed what needed to be fixed and saved me from botching replacing the shower head myself. Chilled, happy to answer questions, his ultra positive early morning vibes got the bathroom back to 100% in next to no time. Thanks so much. Cheers. Sean.
Response from the owner: Sean thanks for the review. I will endevour to pass this on to Shane. Thanks again the team at Inner City Plumbing
Inner City Plumbing were absolutely outstanding!! We needed emergency plumbing after the sewer surged back into our wet areas and flooded the floor. They were diligent and thorough, taking care of furnishings and cleaning up after themselves as they went. Extremely professional, pragmatic and very impressed.
Response from the owner: Aaron happy to help with your emergency plumbing. Glad to hear you were happy with our service. The team at Inner City Plumbing
I was having trouble getting plumbers to commit to my job or even just call me back.Inner City Plumbing were quick to respond, came out to quote when they said they would, did the job when they said they would. The result was fantastic and hassle free.Will use them for all future needs.
Response from the owner: Thanks Darren for your honest 5 star review. Regards Inner City Plumbing team.
I called Inner City Plumbing as we had a gas leak. I tried a number of plumbers in our area and no one was available to come out on the same day. Inner City Plumbing had plumber Shane arrive within the hour. Shane was awesome! He let us know the price at every stage. He showed us what needed doing and made sure everything was safe.Happy to recommend these guys. Price was great and the job was completed properly.
Fantastic customer service. Really obliging and well organised. Would definitely recommend
Response from the owner: Thanks Kerrie for your review and recommendation. Regards the team at Inner City Plumbing team
Guy and Jack came to check a leak in our ceiling. They were incredibly professional and friendly, and patient in explaining the issue and next steps. Would highly recommend.
Response from the owner: Tom thank you for recommending Inner City Plumbing and the 5 star review. Regards the team at inner city plumbing
Inner City responded immediately when we described our urgent situation and organised for Shane to come and investigate the leaks. He was very thorough, reassuring and considered before saying it was necessary to break some bathroom tiles. He was professional and persisted in a very difficult event. He and his team cleaned up carefully. We highly recommend ICP
Response from the owner: Thanks Joy for a fantastic honest review, we do really like hearing the feedback. Regards inner city plumbing team
Steve and James are professional, friendly and efficiently find the root cause of my gas plumbing issue, then fix it and test it to make sure everything is secure and working. Great job and highly recommend it if you are looking for a good plumber.
Response from the owner: Thanks Long Peng, having gas problems is no good. Luckily we could help you the best we could. Thanks for highly recommending us. The team at Inner City Plumbing.
Response from the owner: Thanks Nick for the 5 stars
Very prompt and efficient. Very personable plumber
Response from the owner: Thanks Jean for the review.
Thank you for a great service, and very professional.
Response from the owner: Sally thanks so much for leaving us a review.
Great service from initial call to job resolution. Ty explained the different options and was able to perform an immediate repair to our leaking roof. Thanks!
Response from the owner: Chris thanks so much for a fantastic review. Much appreciated.
Response from the owner: Thanks Bridget for your review.
Fantastic experience with Guy who attended my property, quickly and efficiently rectified my plumbing issue. Very personable and positive experience. Highly recommend!
Response from the owner: Thank you Zhane for taking the time to leave us a 5 star review. We really do appreciate it. I will pass on your kind words about Guy (im sure he will appreciate the great feedback) and thanks for the recommendation. Regards the team Inner City Plumbing
Recommended. On time, right price
Response from the owner: Thank you Nicholas for your 5 star review. We really are pleased to hear your feedback. Thanks again.
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You can count on us

Like a barber who knows just how you like it, a reliable plumber is a friend for life. Once you find the right one, neither hell nor high water can keep you apart. We’ve built up years-long relationships with a diverse range of clients spanning Melbourne. When you need us, we won’t let you down.
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3 decades of excellence

We’ve lasted this long by consistently delivering on our promises.
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Melbourne’s favourite drain repair specialist

It’s hard to deny — just read our ratings and reviews.
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It’s a family affair
Our expertise is unparalleled. But it’s our straightforward friendliness that sets us apart.
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Customers adore us for our speed and honesty. We have hundreds of 5-star reviews.
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About us

When we started out in the mid-90s, we set ourselves three goals:

  • To exceed our clients’ expectations
  • To continually improve our service
  • To enjoy what we do
 

As a family-owned and operated business, we’re in the incredibly fortunate position to do what we love with the people we love. We’re not trying to get sentimental — we excel at what we do precisely because we love it. Our passion for plumbing is what keeps us reliable, honest and competent.

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Frequently Asked Questions

In our experience, drains are most often clogged by clumps of hair or congealed cooking oils, fats and foodstuffs. Storm drains and underground plumbing, however, can also be clogged by thickening moss or plant root systems that have broken through the walls of the pipes.

Before you call us, you can try a few things yourself. You can go at your drains with a plunger to see if you can loosen the clog yourself or pour a cleaning solution down your drains. 

Here’s a non-toxic, environmentally safe drain cleaner recipe for you:

  • 1 part hot water
  • 1 part vinegar
  • 1 part baking soda

We don’t recommend pouring heavy-duty drain cleaners down your sink unless you know what your pipes are made of — older ceramic pipes might erode and worsen the problem. Even if you have PVC pipes, a drain cleaner might not be the appropriate solution.

Once we’re on the scene, we’ll investigate your pipes using a CCTV drain camera and then make our recommendation on how to unblock your drains. In instances where your pipes have been damaged, you may need more comprehensive drain repair and unclogging.

In our experience, drains are most often clogged by clumps of hair or congealed cooking oils, fats and foodstuffs. Storm drains and underground plumbing, however, can also be clogged by thickening moss or plant root systems that have broken through the walls of the pipes.

Let’s get to work

Our friendly team are standing by for a call. If we’re on the line with another client, leave a message with as many details about your drain blockage as you can give us. We’ll call you back in a matter of minutes.

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