Blocked drain warning signs you should not ignore
Gurgling, slow sinks, a smell in the laundry or water in the yard gully. What each sign means, which ones point to the main sewer line, and what to do next.
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Key takeaways
- One slow fixture usually means a local blockage. Several fixtures slowing or gurgling together points to the main sewer line.
- The overflow relief gully, or yard sink, is your early warning. If its grate has lifted or water is sitting in it, stop using water and call.
- If the sewer inspection shaft is full or overflowing, call Hunter Water on 1300 657 000. If it is clear, the blockage is most likely in your pipes, and a licensed plumber finds and clears it at your cost.
- Keep chemicals, wipes, fat and food scraps out of the drains. Hunter Water says only pee, poo and toilet paper belong in the toilet.
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