How much does it cost to unblock a drain in Melbourne?

Fixed pricing starts at $350 for a standard jetter clear, plus an $88 dispatch and diagnostic fee. Sewer main-line clears with CCTV are $450-$750. Root intrusion jobs are $650-$1,200.

Is the $88 dispatch fee refunded if I go ahead?

The $88 covers the truck arriving fully equipped with jetter and CCTV camera. It is credited against the total job cost if you proceed with the work.

Do you provide reports for insurance?

Yes - CCTV footage and a written diagnosis for insurance claims are included on any main-line camera job.

How much does it cost to clear a blocked drain in Melbourne?

Fixed pricing for blocked drain clearing across Melbourne's inner west - jetter, camera and compliance included. No hourly surprises.

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What you'll actually pay

Dispatch and diagnostic fee: $88 flat (covers camera and jetter turning up)
Standard jetter clear (basin, sink, shower): from $350 fixed
Sewer or main-line clear with CCTV: $450-$750 fixed
Root intrusion cut and clear: $650-$1,200 fixed
CCTV camera survey and written report: $280 as a standalone job
Pipe repair or relining: quoted after camera - typically $1,800-$5,500

Why the $88 dispatch fee

Every blocked drain job needs a high-pressure jetter and CCTV camera - both are expensive equipment, and we bring both to every callout so you get a real answer on the first visit. The $88 covers the truck arriving fully equipped; it comes off the total if you proceed.

What drives the price up

Depth of blockage, tree root intrusion, collapsed clay pipes and access all affect price. We can usually give a firm quote after the first 15 minutes of camera work.

Insurance and drainage compliance

If it's covered by home insurance, we provide the CCTV footage and written diagnosis your insurer needs. All drainage work is compliant and documented for future property sales.

Ready to get it sorted?

Written pricing before we start. 24/7 across Melbourne's inner west.

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Blocked drain cost - Local, Licensed & Trusted

Hobsons Bay Plumbing has been the team Melbourne's inner west locals rely on for over 18 years. When you need blocked drain cost, our crew delivers fast, honest service backed by real local knowledge.

We live and work in the same area, so we understand the common plumbing issues here and how to fix them without the runaround.

There's no surprises and no hidden fees. Every job comes with upfront fixed pricing, fully licensed workmanship and a lifetime warranty. If it's urgent, we run genuine 24/7 emergency call-outs, and same-day appointments are available across Melbourne's inner west when you call before 2pm.

Why Melbourne's inner west homeowners choose our blocked drain cost service:

Local crew who know the pipe types, street layouts and older housing stock in Melbourne's inner west
Camera-first diagnostics so we find the cause instead of guessing
Same-day bookings across Melbourne's inner west when you call before 2pm
Tidy work, floor protection and clear updates from start to finish
Strata-ready reports and after-hours access for property managers

For blocked drain cost you can count on in Melbourne's inner west, choose the local plumbers who treat your home with care. Call Hobsons Bay Plumbing on +61 422 899 490 and we'll take it from there.

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