Protect Your Property Before Brisbane’s Next Big Storm
Brisbane storms can bring intense rainfall, blocked drains and unexpected flooding. If your stormwater system cannot move water away quickly enough, the result could be overflowing drains, water pooling around your home and costly property damage.
Plumbaround can inspect, diagnose and clear drainage problems before the heavy rain arrives.
Don’t wait until water starts rising. Get your property storm ready today.
Could Your Property Be at Risk of Flooding?
Stormwater problems often develop quietly. Tree roots, leaves, soil and other debris can gradually restrict your pipes, leaving the system unable to cope during a severe downpour.
Warning signs include:
Water draining slowly
Gurgling noises from drains
Unpleasant drain odours
Water pooling around the property
Stormwater drains overflowing during rain
Soggy areas or unusually green patches in the yard
Water levels changing in toilets or drains
Leaves and debris collecting around drainage points
Cracked, damaged or displaced pipes
Get Ahead of the Next Storm
A pre-storm drainage inspection can identify problems before they become an emergency. Plumbaround can assess your stormwater system and recommend the most practical way to restore proper drainage.
Depending on the condition of your system, this may include:
Inspecting accessible stormwater drains and drainage points
Locating hidden blockages with CCTV drain cameras
Identifying tree-root intrusion or damaged pipes
Clearing stubborn blockages with high-pressure hydro-jetting
Repairing or replacing damaged drainage pipes
Recommending practical ways to improve water flow around your property
Book an inspection now and avoid the stress of dealing with blocked drains during heavy rain.
Why Spring Can Increase the Risk of Blocked Drains
During spring, tree roots become more active after the cooler winter months. Roots can travel considerable distances in search of water and may enter pipes through small cracks or loose joints.
Once inside, the roots can trap leaves, waste and debris. The blockage grows over time and restricts the amount of stormwater your pipes can carry.
Strong winds can also bring down trees or large branches. In some cases, uprooted trees can damage underground pipes and drainage connections.
If your property has established trees, older pipes or a history of slow drainage, arranging an inspection before storm season is a sensible precaution.
How CCTV Drain Inspections Find Hidden Problems
A CCTV drain camera allows a plumber to inspect the inside of your pipes without unnecessary excavation.
The inspection can help determine:
- Where the blockage is located
- What is causing the obstruction
- Whether tree roots have entered the pipe
- If the pipe is cracked, collapsed or misaligned
- The depth and position of the affected section
- The most appropriate repair or cleaning method
This removes guesswork and helps ensure the underlying problem is addressed—not just the immediate symptoms.
Powerful Drain Clearing With Hydro-Jetting
Plumbaround uses high-pressure hydro-jetting equipment to clear difficult blockages from stormwater and drainage pipes. Powerful water jets can remove:- Tree roots
- Leaves and garden debris
- Mud and sediment
- Grease and accumulated residue
- Other stubborn obstructions
Your Pre-Storm Property Checklist
Before severe weather arrives, take a walk around your property and check the following:Clear leaves and debris from stormwater grates.
Check that outdoor drains are not blocked or overflowing.
Trim foliage growing over gutters, drains and drainage areas.
Remove loose materials that could wash into stormwater drains.
Look for pooling water or persistently soggy areas.
Check taps and toilets for unusual drainage behaviour.
Watch where water flows during moderate rainfall.
Arrange professional help if you notice slow drainage, noises or odours.
Why Choose Plumbaround?
Experienced blockage diagnosis
CCTV drain-camera inspections
High-pressure hydro-jetting
Customer satisfaction guarantee
Damaged-pipe repairs and replacement
Practical recommendations based on what the inspection finds
Local service for Brisbane and surrounding areas
Whether you are in Brisbane, Logan, Ipswich, Redlands, North Brisbane, South Brisbane or nearby suburbs, our team can diagnose the issue and recommend the safest, most practical solution.
Prepare Now and Avoid the Emergency Later
Blocked stormwater drains rarely improve by themselves. Waiting until the next severe storm could mean urgent repairs, greater damage and far more disruption.
If you have noticed slow drainage, pooling water, foul smells or overflowing drains, contact Plumbaround today.
Call now to get your property storm ready.
