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Blocked Drains in Constantia
Constantia’s oak-lined avenues and large wine-estate gardens are part of what makes the suburb so sought after, but those same mature trees are one of the most common causes of blocked drains we see here. Thermo Group clears blocked drains across Constantia, from Constantia Upper’s estate properties to the family homes nearer Ladies Mile, using CCTV camera inspection and high-pressure jetting to find and fix the real cause, not just the symptom.
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Common Causes of Blocked Drains in Constantia
- Tree roots from oaks and other mature trees invading old clay sewer pipes
- Long underground drain runs on large properties, with more joints where roots can get in
- Leaves, bark and garden debris washing into stormwater drains after rain
- Ageing vitrified clay pipework original to many of Constantia’s older homes
- Grease and food waste build-up in kitchen drain lines
- Collapsed or displaced pipe sections from ground movement around large gardens
Why Constantia’s Gardens and Older Pipework Cause Recurring Blockages
Constantia’s defining feature – its mature oaks, vineyards and large gardens – is exactly what makes root intrusion such a common problem here. Roots are drawn to the moisture and nutrients inside a sewer pipe and can work their way through tiny cracks or joints, especially in the older clay pipework still found on many estate-era properties. Because driveways and drain runs are often much longer than in denser suburbs, a blockage can also take longer to track down without the right equipment, which is why we use CCTV drain cameras to pinpoint the exact location before we dig or jet anything.
How We Clear a Blocked Drain in Constantia
- We run a CCTV camera through the line to find the exact cause and location of the blockage
- We clear the blockage with high-pressure water jetting, cutting through roots and built-up debris
- Where root intrusion is recurring, we advise on repair or relining options to stop it coming back
Constantia Blocked Drains FAQs
Why do my drains keep blocking in Constantia?
Recurring blockages in Constantia are very often caused by tree roots from oaks or other mature trees growing into older clay sewer pipes. A CCTV inspection will confirm whether this is the cause so we can fix it properly rather than just clearing it temporarily.
Can you clear drains on a large Constantia property with a long driveway?
Yes. We regularly work on Constantia’s larger estate-style properties and have the equipment to locate and clear blockages along long underground drain runs.
Do you use CCTV cameras to find the blockage?
Yes, we use CCTV drain inspection to see exactly what’s causing the blockage and where, so we’re not guessing or digging unnecessarily.
What if tree roots keep coming back into the same pipe?
If roots are a recurring problem, jetting alone will only offer a temporary fix. We can advise on pipe repair or relining options that seal the pipe and stop roots getting back in.
Do you charge a call-out fee?
No. We don’t charge a call-out fee for planned plumbing work in Cape Town. Every quote is free and comes with no obligation to proceed.
Are your plumbing quotes really free?
For planned work, no. We’ll assess the job on site and give you a clear, honest quote before any work starts, with no call-out charge for planned work and no hidden costs. Emergency, fault finding and repair work is charged at our hourly rate plus a travel fee, which we confirm with you before we start.
Need a geyser repaired too? See our Geyser Repairs in Constantia page, or browse all our plumbing services in Cape Town. Selling your home? See our Compliance Certificates in Cape Town page. Our drain work follows standards set by the Plumbing Industry Registration Board (PIRB).
