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Got a Blocked Drain?

Drain Doctor, the specialists at unblocking drains. We unblock all types of drains – residential, commercial and industrial drains. With over 30 years experience in the greater Wellington region, we really know how to unblock drains.

When on-site, and for each job, we assess the problem, and most importantly determine the best approach. With our specialist equipment we can quickly and effectively unblock drains. What’s more with the Drain Doctor, no job is too big or too small.

With our experience, expertise, and specialised equipment, be assured we will unblock your drain/s quickly and effectively. We have invested in top quality equipment and vehicles, ensuring the job is done right, the first time, and fast.

As for our service and response – it’s hard to beat. We offer a prompt, courteous and reliable service. On all phone calls, we’ll answer your call immediately or call you back within 1 hour; wherever possible we’ll be on-site within 4 hours to fix your emergency.

Drain Cleaning | Drain Clearing | Unblocking Drains

Unblocking drains is our core business and our specialty. Drain Doctor uses world class technology and state of the art equipment for cleaning and clearing blocked drains. Effective drain cleaning and drain clearing is primarily achieved through using one of two methods to clean and clear blocked drain/s.

Specialised Drain Cleaning and Drain Clearing Equipment

We primarily use one of two approaches.

1. Electric Eel

To unblock drains we may use what in the trade is called an Electric Eel. This is also known as a "Sewer Snake" or a "Toilet Jack". The electric eel is a flexible auger or drill-like tool that removes blockages in waste pipes, drains and sewers.

The engine spins the drill or blade in a clockwise direction into the blockage allowing the retrieval of objects such as hair, combs, small toys and cloth. If the blockage is not retrievable, the electric eel can also break up blockages such as tree roots, foam and plastic objects.

If the drain is not completely blocked but the flow has been reduced, the electric eel flails around the inside of the pipe scraping off accumulated deposits and matter.

2. Hydro Jet Machinery

Our specialised hydro jet root cutters are called Warthogs™. This specialised hydro jet machine forces water at high pressure through flexible hoses. The equipment can negotiate bends and has the ability to clear most blockages ranging from roots to silt and debris.

Imported from the USA, this high pressure water blasting or jet flushing machine can quickly and effectively clear blocked drains and eliminate tree roots (often a cause of blocked drains).

When the high pressure water flows through the specially designed nozzles the water is transformed into powerful jets. The hydro jet cutter can cut through stubborn blockages, blast accumulated deposits from the pipe walls, and cut through minor tree roots. The result – clean, clear pipes and drains!

Drain Doctor | Specialist Drain Unblockers

Servicing the greater Wellington region including Wellington City, Porirua, Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt.

 

Drain Doctor | 24 Hour callout, 7 days per week.
Phone 0800 564 526 (0800 LOG JAM)
No job too big or too small!