🌳 Tree Roots in Drains Bargo Wollondilly – A Common Cause of Blocked Pipes

Name: Platts Plumbing Services
Telephone: 0411 878 070

May 12
2 min read

Blocked drains are one of the most common plumbing issues we see across Bargo and the Wollondilly region, and one of the biggest culprits is tree roots entering drainage systems.

If you’re experiencing slow drains, gurgling toilets or recurring blockages, tree roots could be the cause.

🚨 Why Tree Roots Cause Blocked Drains

Tree roots naturally seek out moisture, and your underground sewer and stormwater pipes are the perfect target.

Once roots find their way into a pipe:

They grow inside the pipework
Catch debris like toilet paper and waste
Build up over time
Eventually cause a full blockage

👉 What starts as a small issue can quickly turn into a major drainage problem.

🧱 Older Pipes Are More Vulnerable

Many properties in Bargo and Wollondilly still have old clay or terracotta drainage pipes.

These systems:

Have joints that can separate over time
Are prone to cracking with ground movement
Allow roots to enter through small gaps

👉 Once roots get in, they continue to grow and worsen the issue.

🔧 How We Fix Tree Root Blockages

At Platts Plumbing Services, we use professional equipment to properly diagnose and clear the problem:

✔ High Pressure Jetting

We use high pressure water jetting to:

Cut through tree roots
Clear built-up debris
Restore proper flow

🎥 CCTV Drain Inspections

After clearing the blockage, we carry out a CCTV inspection to:

Locate exactly where roots are entering
Identify cracks or damaged sections
Assess the overall condition of the pipe

🛠️ Long-Term Solutions

While jetting clears the blockage, it may not be a permanent fix if roots continue to enter the pipe.

Depending on what we find, we can:

Repair a damaged section of pipe
Replace affected pipework
Renew old clay or terracotta drainage systems

👉 This prevents ongoing blockages and future damage.

📍 Tree Root Drain Issues in Bargo & Wollondilly

Tree root intrusion is extremely common in areas like Bargo, Picton, Tahmoor and Thirlmere, especially where older drainage systems are still in place.