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Blocked Drains in Newlands
Newlands gets more rain than almost any other suburb in Cape Town, and that constant water, along with leaves and debris washing down from the forest, is one of the biggest causes of blocked drains and overwhelmed stormwater pipes here. Thermo Group clears blocked drains throughout Newlands using CCTV inspection and high-pressure jetting, so you’re not caught out when the next downpour hits.
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Common Causes of Blocked Drains in Newlands
- Leaves, bark and forest debris washing into stormwater drains during heavy rain
- Tree roots from Newlands’ dense, mature gardens invading older sewer pipes
- Stormwater drains overwhelmed by the suburb’s naturally high rainfall
- Ageing clay pipework in many of Newlands’ older homes
- Gutters and downpipes blocked with leaves, backing up into connected drains
- Silt and debris build-up after flash rainfall events
Why Newlands’ Rainfall Makes Drain Maintenance Essential
Newlands sits directly beneath Table Mountain’s forested slopes and regularly sees Cape Town’s heaviest rain, which means stormwater and sewer drains here are under far more pressure than in drier suburbs. Falling leaves and forest debris wash straight into drains during a downpour, and combined with root intrusion from the suburb’s many mature trees, blockages can escalate into flooding or backed-up sewage much faster than elsewhere. Keeping drains clear before the winter rains arrive makes a real difference in Newlands.
How We Clear a Blocked Drain in Newlands
- We use a CCTV camera to find the exact blockage, whether it’s debris, roots or damage
- We clear the line with high-pressure jetting to restore full flow
- We can advise on preventative jetting ahead of the rainy season to avoid emergency callouts
Newlands Blocked Drains FAQs
Why do my drains block every winter in Newlands?
Newlands’ heavy rainfall washes leaves and forest debris into stormwater drains, and combined with tree root intrusion in older pipes, this is the most common cause of seasonal blockages here.
Can you clear a blocked drain during heavy rain?
Yes, we respond to blocked and overflowing drains even during wet weather, and prioritise callouts where flooding is a risk.
Should I have my drains checked before winter?
It’s a good idea in Newlands specifically, given how much rain the suburb gets. A preventative CCTV check and jetting can avoid a flooded drain during the first big storm.
Are tree roots a problem for Newlands drains?
Yes, Newlands’ dense, mature gardens mean root intrusion into older sewer pipes is common. We can confirm this with a CCTV inspection and clear it properly.
Do you charge a call-out fee?
No. We don’t charge a call-out fee for plumbing work in Cape Town. Every quote is free and comes with no obligation to proceed.
Are your plumbing quotes really free?
Yes, completely free. We’ll assess the job on site and give you a clear, honest quote before any work starts, with no call-out charge and no hidden costs.
Need a geyser fixed too? See our Geyser Repairs in Newlands 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).