Stormwater Drain Cleaning and Clearing

Are you having stormwater problems? If your stormwater system is blocked, it needs to be cleared fast to prevent flooding. Sweeney’s Plumbing are Stormwater drain cleaning and clearing specialists in Northern Sydney and are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for emergency plumbing services.

Your gutters, roof, downpipes and stormwater drains all need to be kept clear, so rain water has somewhere to go. Our skilled and professional master plumbers are here to help with fast and affordable stormwater drain cleaning and maintenance services.

We Clean Your Stormwater Drains Fast

Our expert plumbers use high pressure water jets to clean and clear blocked stormwater drains. This method is extremely effective and efficient at blasting through any obstruction, while still being safe for your drains. If needed, we use hi-tech CCTV sewer cameras to inspect stormwater pipes to find out what is causing the blockage. This also helps us identify any structural damage in the pipes that may need repairing. Routine jet blasting is recommended, to clear sediment build up that can lead to a blockage.
The grate of the storm sewer after the rain. The water drains into the storm drain. Sun glare, defocused background

Signs Your Stormwater Drain Needs a Plumber

While stormwater drains are built to handle large amounts of water, they can overflow fast if something is causing an obstruction. A few common signs you may have a blockage include water gushing from the downpipes, water flooding into your property, gurgling sounds from the drains and surface grates overflowing during heavy rain. Call Sweeney’s Plumbing immediately if you notice any of these signs.

Rapid Response Emergency Stormwater Drain Clearing

We know an emergency never happens at a convenient time! This is why we provide rapid response emergency stormwater cleaning. Just call us and we’ll be there fast to clean and clear a blocked drain. Quick intervention reduces the chance of expensive damage to your property from floods and damp.
Sewer round hatch with a grate on an asphalt road.

Common Causes of Blocked Stormwater Drains

  • Leaves. During heavy rain, leaves and debris can get washed into drains.
  • Tree roots. Tree roots often grow into pipes and continue to grow putting pressure on the drain walls.
  • Garden waste. Soil and dirt often gets washed into stormwater pipes and builds up over time.
  • Damaged pipes. Cracked or collapsed pipework causes an obstruction and restricts water flow.
  • Storms and flooding. Extreme weather conditions can push debris into pipes, putting pressure on the stormwater system.
  • Lack of maintenance. If not maintained, gutters, downpipes and grates can get blocked, restricting stormwater runoff.

Skilled and Professional Sydney Plumbers You Can Trust

Our team is extremely experienced and qualified and has been clearing stormwater drains throughout Sydney for years.

  • Upfront pricing
  • Quality workmanship guarantee
  • Licensed and insured plumbers
  • 24/7 emergency response
  • On time, every time

Stormwater Drain Cleaning FAQs

While every blocked drain is different. Our plumbers work quickly and clear the majority of drains in a day.

Yes! We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee on our stormwater drain cleaning services. If something isn’t right, we will work until it is.