Drainage & Blockages
Slow-draining water, bad smells, gurgling pipes or a toilet that keeps blocking are all signs something may be going on further down the line.
Atkinson & Donaldson Plumbing provides drainage services throughout Rotorua, from clearing blocked drains and toilets to investigating damaged underground pipework and carrying out repairs. When the cause isn't obvious, CCTV drain inspections and pipe locating can help us see what's happening.
Blocked Drains & Toilets
A blocked drain isn't always just a one-off inconvenience. Common signs of a drainage problem include:
Water draining slowly
Toilets not draining properly
Water backing up
Unpleasant smells
Gurgling or unusual drainage behaviour
Blockages that keep returning
We clear blocked drains and toilets throughout Rotorua. If the problem keeps coming back, we can also investigate the underlying cause rather than simply clearing the immediate blockage.
Drainage Services
Good drainage is about getting water away from your property efficiently and preventing it from pooling where it shouldn’t. We provide drainage services for homes, businesses and rural properties, including:
New drainage
Drainage repairs
Changes to existing drainage
Investigation of drainage problems
Soak holes
Drainlaying is restricted work in New Zealand and must be carried out by appropriately registered, licensed or otherwise authorised practitioners.
Soak Holes
A soak hole allows stormwater to gradually drain into the surrounding ground rather than sitting on the surface. They’re often used to manage rainwater from roofs, driveways and other hard areas around a property. If you’ve got water pooling where it shouldn’t, or an existing soak hole doesn’t seem to be coping, we can inspect the drainage and work out what needs attention.
Drain Repairs
Sometimes a blockage is only part of the story. Cracked, damaged or deteriorating drainage pipework can lead to repeat problems even after a blockage has been cleared. Once we’ve identified what’s happening, we can recommend the appropriate repair.
CCTV Drain Inspections
When a problem is hidden inside a drain, a camera can provide a much clearer picture of what is happening. A CCTV drain inspection allows us to examine the inside of drainage pipework and look for problems such as:
Obstructions
Damaged pipework
Defects within the drain
The possible cause of recurring blockages
CCTV inspections are particularly useful when a problem keeps returning or there’s no obvious way to tell where the fault is.
Pipe Locating
Knowing exactly where underground pipes run can save a lot of unnecessary digging. Our pipe locating service can help establish the route and position of drainage pipework, as well as where an identified problem is located. That can be useful when diagnosing a fault, planning a repair or carrying out other work around the property.
Drainage FAQs
Why does my drain keep blocking?
A recurring blockage can indicate an underlying problem. A CCTV drain inspection may help identify what is happening inside the pipe.
What is a soak hole?
A soak hole is a drainage system that allows stormwater to gradually soak into the ground rather than collecting on the surface.
When is a CCTV drain inspection useful?
It can be useful when a blockage keeps returning, the location of a drainage problem is uncertain or the condition of underground pipework needs to be investigated.
Got a Drainage Problem?
Contact Atkinson & Donaldson Plumbing Rotorua for drainage services, fixing blockages, drain repairs, CCTV inspections and pipe locating.