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Blocked stormwater drains in Geelong, cleared and repaired.

We clear blocked stormwater drains and repair broken stormwater pipes across Geelong, the Bellarine and the Surf Coast – from overflowing downpipes and yard pits to the pipe out to the kerb. Fixed price agreed before we start.

5.0 out of 5 stars from149 Google reviews

What’s the problem?

Downpipe overflowingWater pooling by the houseYard pit not drainingSoggy patch in the lawnRoots in the pipe

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Stormwater Callout

Tell us where the water is backing up and we’ll come back with a fixed price to clear or repair it.

Fixed price agreed before we start

Most repairs done in a single visit

Licensed & insuredPeter Plummer, licence 119671

24/7 emergency calloutsIncluding weekends & public holidays

Workmanship guaranteedDone right, or made right

Upfront, honest pricingZero hidden fees, ever

Why Our Customers Love Us

Review summary

Based on 149 reviews

Plummers Plumbing, led by Peter, provides exceptional service with professionalism, reliability, and expertise. Customers praise their clear communication, efficient solutions, fair pricing, and attention to cleanliness. Highly recommended for any plumbing needs. Visit plummersplumbing.com.au to experience their outstanding service today!

Dark Mice

8 October 2026

great job. no problems

Tenille Cassie

6 October 2026

great work and very very easy to explain too and honest

Paula Baker

3 October 2026

Quick response time, friendly, efficient service, great communication and price.

Philip Warelow

2 October 2026

Plummer's plumbing came out and fixed a problem in Teesdale for me today. Peter's customer service was excellent and Toby who arrived and fixed the problem (within 6 hours after ringing). I couldn't have asked for a better result. It's good to see being polite, and being bothered are alive and well and for this company.

Clint Hannaford

1 October 2026

Blocked drains / sewerage cleared of tree roots. Michael was professional and efficient, discovered the problem quickly and cleared the issue for us. Great friendly service.

Nick Steel

1 October 2026

Michael was great, prompt and professional service installing a new toilet.

Daniel Stacey

29 September 2026

Mick did a fantastic job fixing our leaks. Highly recommend

Sarah Hall

28 September 2026

Fantastic and reliable service. Great communication and really responsive. Ben worked really hard to fix our gas leak despite access issues and we were very grateful.

Jake Krilcic

21 September 2026

Had Ben come out to do some plumbing work at my house and couldn’t be happier with the service. He was friendly, professional and knew exactly what he was doing. He explained everything clearly, got the job sorted quickly and left everything clean and tidy afterwards.

Really happy with the quality of the work and would definitely recommend Ben to anyone needing a reliable plumber.

Chris

21 September 2026

Great service

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Stormwater Plumbing in Geelong

Your stormwater drains carry rain from the roof, gutters, downpipes and paved areas away from the house – usually underground to the kerb or a council drain. They’re a completely separate system from the sewer. When a stormwater drain blocks, you see it in the next downpour: water spilling out at the base of a downpipe, pooling against the walls, or bubbling up out of a yard pit.

In the last 12 months we’ve done 64 stormwater jobs across Geelong. Most come down to the same few causes – leaves and silt washed off the roof, tree roots in the pipe, or a pipe that has cracked or been crushed. We find which one it is, clear it, and repair the pipe if it needs it.

Stormwater on your property is your responsibility up to the point where it leaves. The City of Greater Geelong says property owners are responsible for their stormwater system up to and including their legal point of discharge, which may be outside the property – for example, the kerb connection.

Our Stormwater Drain Services

Whether it’s a blockage, a broken pipe or water going where it shouldn’t, we work through the whole system from downpipe to kerb.

Blocked Stormwater Drain Clearing

Leaves, silt, sand, roof grit and roots build up in stormwater pipes until they stop flowing. We clear the line with a high-pressure water jetter, which breaks up the blockage and flushes the pipe through to the outlet, then run water from the downpipes to check everything drains freely.

If the same drain blocks every winter, there’s usually a reason in the pipe itself. A drain camera inspection shows whether it’s roots, a dip in the pipe or a broken section.

Stormwater Drain Repair

Cracked, crushed or root-damaged stormwater pipes let water soak into the ground beside the house instead of carrying it away. We locate the damaged section, then repair or replace it so the water reaches the outlet again.

Under Victoria’s Plumbing Regulations 2018, work on a below-ground stormwater drain up to the point of discharge is classed as drainage work – plumbing work, not a DIY job. We quote the repair as a fixed price before any digging starts.

Downpipes, Pits and Grates

A lot of stormwater trouble starts at the connections: a downpipe that has come away from the drain below, a yard pit full of silt, or a driveway grate that can’t keep up. We clear and reconnect them so roof water goes into the drain, not under the slab. For gutters and the downpipes themselves, see gutter and downpipe repairs.

Where Stormwater Problems Start

Working out where the water stops is the quickest way to the fix.

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Roof, Gutters and Downpipes

Leaves and grit wash off the roof and into the downpipes in every storm. If the downpipe overflows at the bottom, the blockage is usually in the drain just below it. Keeping gutters clear is the simplest way to protect the whole system.

Brick wall with a downpipe, drain and copper pipe running to the ground

Yard and Driveway Pits

Pits and grates collect water from paths, driveways and lawns, along with soil, mulch and leaves. When the silt trap fills, the pit overflows in heavy rain. We clean them out and clear the pipe leading away from them.

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Underground Pipes

The pipes between the house and the kerb are where roots, cracks and crushed sections cause trouble. The signs are a downpipe that backs up, a patch of lawn that stays wet, or a sinking spot in the garden.

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The Kerb Outlet

Many properties drain to an outlet in the kerb. If it’s blocked by silt or leaves, water backs up all the way to the house. The outlet and the pipe to it can be part of your system: owners are responsible up to and including the legal point of discharge.

Common Stormwater Problems We Fix

If you’ve noticed any of these during or after rain, your stormwater drain needs attention.

Downpipe Overflowing at the Base: Water spilling out where the downpipe meets the ground means the drain below it is blocked or the connection has failed.
Water Pooling Against the House: Water sitting against walls or under the floor can lead to damp and damage. It usually means the drain isn’t carrying water away.
Yard Pit Overflowing: A pit that fills and overflows in rain has a full silt trap or a blocked outlet pipe.
Soggy or Sinking Patch in the Lawn: A spot that stays wet after rain, or starts to sink, often sits above a cracked or broken pipe.
Roots in the Stormwater Pipe: Roots get into joints and cracks and catch leaves and silt. We cut them back and check the pipe for damage.
Kerb Outlet Blocked: If nothing comes out at the kerb in rain, the pipe or outlet is blocked somewhere along the way.

Fast Help Before the Next Downpour

A blocked stormwater drain is easy to forget on a dry day and impossible to ignore in a storm. If water is coming into the house or pooling against the walls, call us – we’re on call 24/7 and will give you an honest arrival time over the phone. For everything else, we book same-day service whenever scheduling allows.

If you have a rainwater tank, check where its overflow goes. An overflow left running onto the ground can soak the same spot beside the house every time it rains.

Why Choose Plummers Plumbing for Stormwater Drains

Stormwater work is about getting the water to the right place and keeping it there.

Licensed and Insured

Peter is a licensed plumber (licence 119671) and the team is fully insured, so your drainage work is done to Australian plumbing standards.

Whole-System Approach

We look at the roof, downpipes, pits and underground pipes together, so the fix works in the next storm, not just today.

Clear and Repair

We clear the blockage and, if the pipe is damaged, repair or replace the section rather than leaving it to block again.

Fixed Price Before We Start

Upfront, honest pricing with no hidden fees. You’ll know the cost before any work or digging starts.

Local Geelong Plumbers

We’re family-run and based near Leopold, working across Geelong, the Bellarine and the Surf Coast.

What we fix

Blocked stormwater drains
Overflowing downpipes
Blocked yard and driveway pits
Cracked and broken pipes
Roots in stormwater pipes
Blocked kerb outlets
Water pooling near the house

Our Simple Stormwater Drain Process

Here’s how we get a blocked or broken stormwater drain working again.

Step 1 – Contact Our Team

Call or send the form. Tell us where the water backs up and when – every rain, or only in heavy storms.

Step 2 – Trace the Problem

We follow the system from downpipe to outlet to find where the water stops, using the camera where needed, and agree a fixed price.

Step 3 – Clear or Repair

We jet the line clear, clean out pits and repair or replace any damaged pipe.

Step 4 – Test and Tidy

We run water through the system to prove it drains to the outlet, then clean up and explain how to keep it clear.

Stormwater Drain Costs – What to Expect

The cost of clearing or repairing a stormwater drain depends on what’s causing the problem and how easy it is to reach. A silted-up pit or a blockage near a downpipe is a quick job. Roots along a long run of pipe take longer to jet out, and a broken pipe under paving or a driveway costs more to repair than one under the lawn. After-hours callouts can also affect the price.

We trace the problem first, explain what’s involved and agree a fixed price before we start, with no hidden fees. If the blockage turns out to be in a council-owned pit or pipe rather than yours, we’ll tell you, so you can report it to the City of Greater Geelong.

Stormwater Plumbing Across Geelong

We clear and repair stormwater drains across Greater Geelong, the Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast, including Belmont, Corio, Armstrong Creek, Leopold, Lara, Grovedale, Highton and Norlane.

Wherever you are, we trace the problem from the downpipe to the outlet and fix what is actually causing it, rather than clearing the same pit every winter. See all the areas we service.

Stormwater Drains FAQs

Who is responsible for a blocked stormwater drain?

The property owner is responsible for their own stormwater drains up to and including the legal point of discharge, which may be outside the property, such as the kerb connection. The City of Greater Geelong maintains the larger council-owned pits and pipes that may serve more than one property.

Is stormwater the same as sewer?

No. Stormwater carries rain from roofs, downpipes and paved areas to council drains, while the sewer carries waste from toilets, showers and sinks to Barwon Water’s sewerage system. They’re separate pipes with separate rules – our blocked sewer guide explains the sewer side.

How do I know if my stormwater drain is blocked?

The clearest sign is water overflowing at the base of a downpipe during rain. Other signs are a yard pit that overflows, water pooling against the house, a lawn patch that stays soggy, or nothing coming out of the kerb outlet. Any of these means the water isn’t getting away.

Can tree roots block stormwater pipes?

Yes. Roots get in through joints and cracks and catch leaves and silt until the pipe blocks. The City of Greater Geelong says tree root intrusion into pipes, both private and council-owned, is its biggest cause of pipe damage. Jetting clears the roots, and a camera inspection shows whether the pipe needs repair.

Do I need a licensed plumber for stormwater drain repairs?

Yes. Under Victoria’s Plumbing Regulations 2018, installing, repairing or maintaining a below-ground stormwater drain up to the point of discharge is classed as drainage work, which is plumbing work. Clearing your gutters and the grate on a yard pit is fine to do yourself.

Can I clear the council stormwater pit in my street?

No. The City of Greater Geelong says residents must not lift or move stormwater pit lids under any circumstances, because it can cause injury and damage. If you think a council pit or pipe is blocked, report it to the City and they will look at it.

How can I stop my stormwater drains blocking?

Keep gutters, downpipes and driveway pits clear of leaves and silt – the City of Greater Geelong recommends regular clearing to stop blockages. Avoid planting trees right over stormwater pipes, and have a drain checked if the same downpipe overflows every time it rains.

Need a Stormwater Plumber in Geelong?

Call 0447 134 432 to have a blocked or broken stormwater drain cleared and repaired. Fixed price before we start.

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