Stormwater Drain Cleaning Melbourne

Clear stormwater drains before the next Melbourne downpour

Melbourne’s storms dump a lot of water fast. If your stormwater drains are blocked with mud, leaves, or silt, that water has nowhere to go - and it ends up pooling in your yard, flooding your garage, or running under the house. We clean stormwater drains, pits, and pipes across Melbourne to keep the water moving where it should.

Call 1300 303 247 for same-day service.

Why stormwater drains block

Stormwater drains carry rainwater from your roof, driveway, and yard into the street system. Over time, they fill up with mud, leaves, sediment, tree roots, and debris washed in from the garden. Melbourne’s clay soils make it worse - after heavy rain, the topsoil turns to slurry and washes straight into the drains.Construction and landscaping work accelerates the problem. Exposed soil, sand, and building debris get into stormwater pipes and compact inside them. We see this constantly in suburbs undergoing renovation - Bentleigh, Hampton, Cheltenham.

Signs your stormwater drains need cleaning

Stormwater problems usually show up during or after rain:

• Water pooling in the yard or driveway after rain
• Stormwater grates overflowing instead of draining
• Water running into the garage or under the house during storms
• Puddles that take days to drain away
• Visible mud or debris in the stormwater pit when you lift the grate

How we clean stormwater drains

We take a thorough and practical approach to stormwater drain cleaning, using the right equipment to handle larger pipes and heavier debris.

We begin by accessing the stormwater pits and assessing the condition of the system. If needed, we use a CCTV camera to locate any blockages and identify the cause of the issue. From there, we use high-pressure water jetting to break through and remove built-up mud, silt, and debris, while also cleaning the internal walls of the pipe.

We also clear out the stormwater pits, removing accumulated sediment to help prevent future blockages and maintain proper flow.

Once everything is cleaned, we carry out a full flow test to ensure the system is draining efficiently from end to end.

Why Choose Drainpro?

• Stormwater specialists - We handle stormwater drains separately from sewer drains. Different pipes, different problems, different approach.
• Prevent flooding - A clean stormwater system means your property drains properly in the next storm. Prevention is cheaper than water damage.
• All pipe types - We clean PVC, concrete, terracotta, and corrugated stormwater pipes.
• Fixed pricing - Stormwater cleaning is quoted upfront. No hourly rates.
• Same-day service - Storm coming? Call early and we can usually get there the same day.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does stormwater drain cleaning cost?

It depends on the number of pits, pipe length, and how compacted the debris is. We quote a fixed price on site. Call 1300 303 247.

How often should stormwater drains be cleaned?

Every 1 to 2 years for most Melbourne properties. If you have large trees overhanging, nearby construction, or heavy clay soil, annual cleaning prevents problems. We can set up a maintenance schedule.

Can you clean stormwater drains blocked with mud?

Yes. Mud is the most common stormwater blockage we deal with. Hydro jetting breaks up compacted mud and flushes it out of the pipe. We also clean out the stormwater pits where mud settles.

Is stormwater my responsibility or council’s?

The stormwater drains on your property are your responsibility. The street drains and main stormwater system are managed by the local council. We handle everything on your property and can tell you where the boundary is.

Do you clean stormwater pits as well as pipes?

Yes. We clean the pits (sumps), the grate inlets, and the connecting pipes. Pits collect sediment and need clearing regularly - even if the pipes aren’t blocked, a full pit will cause overflow.

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Call 1300 303 247 - fixed pricing, no surprises.