Water coming up through the shower drain
Dirty water rising in the shower when you flush or run the washing machine means the drain past the bathroom is blocked. What to do now and what fixes it.
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Key takeaways
- Water coming up through the shower when another fixture is used means the drain is blocked past the point where the shower joins it. It is not a shower problem.
- Stop using water everywhere in the house, including the toilet, washing machine and dishwasher, until the blockage is cleared.
- In Hunter Water's area, check the sewer inspection shaft. If it is full or overflowing, call Hunter Water on 1300 657 000. If it is clear, the blockage is most likely in your pipes.
- The yard gully should overflow before the shower does. If it didn't, the gully may be set too high, covered or stuck, or the blockage is between the shower and the gully.
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