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We Are Experts in Drainage Excavation

Metropolitan Plumbing is equipped with the expertise, skills and tools to provide long-term drain blockage solutions like drainage excavation.

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Metropolitan Plumbing is Your Experts in Blocked Drains

Drainage excavation is often the last resort for clogged drains. When there is no other way to repair pipes, they must be excavated.

Metropolitan Plumbing has been in the business of fixing blocked pipes and resolving drainage issues for over 25 years. Our plumbers are experts in the field and will always provide the best service possible.

For anyone unfamiliar with drain excavation, it involves digging trenches to fully uncover sewer or stormwater pipes.

It can be a big job, yet it also means we can fully replace damaged pipework and provide long-lasting relief for your plumbing.

It is more invasive than hydro-jetter drain cleaning but is the only alternative for unrepairable scenarios.

While on-site, customer satisfaction and safety considerations are our top priority and Metropolitan Plumbing will always aim to limit any interruptions to your life.

For more information, please just call our customer service team today.

What is Drainage Excavation?

Firstly, to properly repair a blocked drain or blocked toilet we will undertake a thorough site assessment. This will involve a drain camera inspection to uncover the offending clog.

Next, we will use a hydro jet or electric eel to remove the blockage. Finally, pipe relining will provide non-invasive repairs and like-new strong pipes that will do well by your home!

However, that’s only if the blockage is clearable, or the pipework is intact. If they cannot be repaired, they must be replaced.

This is where we take things to the next level. Our fully qualified plumbers across Australia can access excavators up to 4 tonnes, which means we can tackle any job, big or small.

They receive regular training and are always up to date with the best drainage, safety and plumbing practices.

Once a trench has been dug, pipes are securely replaced and the yard is left in a pristine condition. Plus there is new plumbing which will last a lifetime.

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After Hours Plumber For Your Blocked Drain

We know there is never a great time for emergency plumbing.

So when disaster strikes and you’re looking at the last resort, Metropolitan Plumbing has after-hours plumbers in your area. We never charge extra after hours so you can always receive the same quality work, no matter the time of day.

There’s nothing better than the saving grace of a 24/7 plumber who comes to the rescue in times of need. And what’s even better is ours offer upfront fixed price quotes.

For a big job like drain excavation work, that means you know exactly what you’ll pay before we dig. There will be no hidden fees or nasty surprises.

Contact us to book your reliable local plumber.

Interest Free** Drainage Excavation

Metropolitan Plumbing provides a range of interest free** payment plans for eligible customers.

Your contractor or visiting plumber can sign you up on-site, providing customers with an easy solution and manageable instalments.

There’s no need to break the bank. Instead, you can apply for an interest free** payment option with Zip or Humm.

You have the flexibility of weekly, fortnightly or monthly instalments. Some plans even accept a $0 deposit, so you pay nothing upfront. Your plumber can take you through the easy application process on site and approval usually takes only a few minutes.

We also accept payment by cash, cheque and credit card (Visa, Mastercard or American Express).

Contact us now for more information, or just ask your plumber on site.

FAQ – All Your Drainage Excavation Questions Answered

Have a question about drainage excavation? We're here to answer it.

If your drains cannot be unblocked any other way, drain excavation is the last resort. We’ll always utilise tools such as a CCTV camera drain and hydro jet drain cleaner to attempt initial clearage. But if the blockage is too severe, or has caused long-term damage, we’ll recommend drainage excavation to replace sections of your plumbing. This way we’ll also be able to clear away the offending roots which would otherwise continue to clog the drains.
Typically main sewer pipes will have been placed between 1-2 metres underground. Trench excavation is usually closer to the one-metre range, however, plumbing isn’t always uniform and it is a case-by-case scenario.
While pipe relining is far less invasive and equally as effective, it still requires clear drains. They also need to be structurally sound so the relining can be most effective. Pipe relining cannot help when drains are unclearable or have collapsed.
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We know our job site is your home and we completely respect that. We arrive neat and clean, and tidy up after we've completed the job.

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What Our Happy Customers Have to Say

This is why we do, what we do!

Metropolitan Plumbing are proud winners of 2021 and 2020 Product Review awards in the plumbing category. These awards highlight our dedication to outstanding customer service. Product Review provides a platform for real-life experiences. Check out some of our customers' reviews below:
5 stars rating

Dave.C was very friendly and professional especially for a Sunday. He was able to identify the cause of the leaky shower head, and provide two quotes. He was also able to show what the issue was and was able to advise what he had done to fix it. Thank you.

Tyrell Tongz - QLD
5 stars rating

They replaced our old, malfunctioning toilet. The installation was quick, and they checked for any leaks thoroughly. Reliable service we can count on!

Anna Cunning - QLD
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I had a toilet that wouldn’t stop running, and it was wasting so much water. They arrived promptly, diagnosed the issue, and replaced the faulty parts. Now my toilet works perfectly. Great service and reasonable rates.

Caity Waters - QLD
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