Blocked Sinks

Swift Solutions for Blocked Sinks & Basins

Is your kitchen sink slow to drain or completely clogged? Perhaps the bathroom basin is gurgling and not emptying properly? Blocked sinks are a common household nuisance, but Continuous Plumbing will have them cleared in no time. Our Blocked Sinks service targets the typical culprits that clog sinks and ensures water is flowing freely again, preventing mess and inconvenience in your home or business.

Kitchen Sink Blockages

Kitchen sinks often block up due to a build-up of food scraps, cooking grease, fat, and oils solidifying in the waste pipe. Over time, these create a stubborn sludge that narrows the pipe’s diameter, eventually causing a blockage. If your kitchen sink is draining slowly or giving off bad smells, our plumber will dismantle the trap under the sink to remove any trapped debris. We then use specialist drain cleaning equipment (such as a small auger or a mini water jet) to clear the remaining gunk further down the line. We also flush the pipe with hot water to dissolve residual grease. In many cases, a blocked kitchen sink can be cleared within an hour, restoring normal function immediately.

Bathroom Basin Clogs

Bathroom sink drains commonly get clogged with hair, soap scum, toothpaste, and other grooming products. The pop-up stoppers can also accumulate a surprising amount of hair and grime just below the plughole. Continuous Plumbing will carefully remove the stopper or grate and use a drain snake to snag and pull out hair clumps. We then flush the drain with hot water and biodegradable drain cleaner (on request) to break down soap build-up. If the blockage lies deeper in the wall pipe, we have flexible augers to reach and clear it. We take care to avoid any damage to your chrome fixtures or basin surface during the process.

Commercial Sinks and Other Fixtures

We handle blocked sinks in all settings – residential kitchens and bathrooms, restaurant and café sinks choked with food waste, salon basins clogged with hair, or laboratory sinks blocked by sediments. Our team comes prepared with a variety of tools to address the specific type of blockage. For example, commercial kitchens might need high-pressure jetting if grease has solidified further along the waste line. Whatever the scenario, we’ll clear the sink efficiently and advise staff on preventative measures (like using sink strainers or proper disposal of oily substances).

Preventative Tips to Keep Sinks Flowing

After clearing your sink, our plumber will share simple tips to avoid future blockages. In the kitchen, avoid pouring fats and food scraps down the drain – instead, wipe greasy pans with paper towel and use a strainer in the sink. In the bathroom, consider a drain catcher to collect hair, and periodically flush the drain with boiling water to help dissolve soap deposits. We can also supply enzyme-based drain maintenance products that are safe for pipes and help break down organic matter gradually.