Modbury Blocked Drains

The Two Faces of Modbury Plumbing

In the older parts of Modbury, we are constantly fighting Tree Roots. The gardens here are well-established, and those thirsty gums and shrubs have had decades to find their way into the old clay pipes. In the newer estates, however, we often see Ground Settlement issues. If a new house was built on soil that wasn’t properly compacted, the PVC pipes can “belly” (sag) or even crack, leading to recurring blockages that shouldn’t happen in a new home.

A Story from the Field (Near Modbury Hospital): We recently visited a home where the owners were baffled. Their house was only 12 years old, but the main sewer line was backing up every three months. They’d had three different “cheap” plumbers out who just cleared the blockage and left.

When our ABA Plumbing & Gas team arrived, we did what the others didn’t: we used our CCTV drain camera. We found that during the original construction, a piece of timber had been left in the trench, which eventually rotted away and caused the pipe to sag. Every time they used the washing machine, lint and soap scum would settle in that “puddle” and eventually seal the pipe. Because we found the root cause, we were able to perform a localized repair and give the owners a permanent fix. That’s the difference between a “quick clear” and a professional solution.

Why Choose ABA Plumbing & Gas in the Northeast?

• $0 Call-Out Fee: We don’t believe in charging you for travel. We’ll drive to your Modbury home, inspect the blockage, and give you a clear, fixed quote.
• 24/7 Emergency Service: Drains don’t care if it’s a public holiday or 2 AM. When you call 08 8297 7637, you’ll get a real person and a fast response.
• The Best Tech in the Business: We own our own fleet of high-pressure hydro-jetters and robotic drain cameras. We don’t have to rent gear, which means we can solve your problem faster and more affordably.
• Master Plumber Standards: Every one of our 30+ team members is fully licensed and trained to leave your home cleaner than they found it. We use boot covers and drop sheets to protect your carpets and tiles.

The “Northeast Clay” Challenge

Like much of Adelaide, Modbury sits on “reactive” clay soil. This means the ground expands when it’s wet and shrinks when it’s dry. This constant “tugging” at your pipes is what causes joints to pull apart. Once a joint opens up, it’s like an invitation for roots to enter. We often recommend a Drain Health Check for older Modbury homes—sending a camera down once every few years to catch these cracks before they turn into a major flood.