A sewer choke is a blockage in a wastewater pipe. They usually occur when there's something caught inside the pipe that stops it
working properly.
Our skilled plumbers are able to identify where the blockage has occurred with our specialised equipment, what the best action
plan is to rectify the issue so your services are returned to normal operation as soon as possible.
Here are some common observations around your home, that may identify you may have a sewer choke
- Strange gurling noises coming from your pipes.
- Slow draining sinks, basins or bath tubes.
- Overflowing trap gullies.
Causes of Sewer Chokes
The main causes of sewer chokes, are tree roots penetrating the pipes or foreign objects being flushed down the toilet
Some items that may get flushed down the toliet are tampons, disposable nappies, wet wipes, cotton buds and much more. These items
are not designed to be flushed down the toilet and could cause your sewer lines to be blocked.