2026 price guide
The 2026 guide to unblocking a drain in Perth: the average cost is $400 to $800. Simple grease or hair blockages sit at the lower end; roots, collapsed pipe and hard access push it higher.
The price table
Typical 2026 Perth ranges for blocked toilets, sinks, showers and sewer drains. A blockage caused by tree roots or a broken pipe costs more, because we need to fix the cause, not just clear the pipe. We quote every blocked drain on site, so you agree the price before any work starts.
| Job type | Typical cost | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| Simple blockage (hair, grease, soap) | Lower end of the range | Quoted on site, often hydro jetting |
| Perth average across all jobs | $400 to $800 | Diagnosis plus clearance |
| Blockage in a hard-to-reach or underground pipe | Quoted on site | Additional access, CCTV check |
| Tree root blockage | Quoted after the camera inspection | Root cutting with the IMS Robotic Cutter |
| After-hours or emergency call | Ask when you call | After-hours and weekend rates can differ from weekday rates |
Typical Perth ranges, not a fixed price list. We confirm your exact price on site, before any work starts.
Soft debris clears quickly. Roots or solids need cutting equipment first.
An underground or hard-to-reach pipe adds access time.
There's no call-out fee to quote. After-hours and weekend rates can differ from weekday rates, so ask when you call.
Your quote lists the equipment the job needs, such as jetting, a camera inspection or root cutting, before any work starts.
To come out and quote your job.
Got a written quote from another licensed Perth plumber for the same job? Send it to us.
Book a plumber
I'll send a plumber to check the blockage and quote the job before touching a tool. No call-out fee to quote, and if I can't clear it, you don't pay for the attempt. Or call 0499 281 430 now.
Why did your neighbour pay a different amount? It comes down to what is blocking the pipe and how we reach it.
What changes the price
Grease and hair clear fast with a hydro jet. Tree roots or a collapsed section need more time, and sometimes a camera check before we know what we're dealing with. We tell you which of these apply to your blockage before we quote, so you're not guessing at the number.
Managing the cost
Regular drain maintenance cuts the chance of a repeat call-out. A yearly CCTV check catches root intrusion before it blocks the pipe completely, and it usually costs less than an emergency clear later on. For minor blockages, a plunger or a basic drain snake is worth trying first. Skip chemical drain cleaners: they can damage older pipework and won't touch a root or solid blockage anyway. If the blockage keeps coming back, that's a sign of a deeper problem, like root intrusion or a cracked pipe. Our drain repair cost guide covers what a permanent fix costs, and hydro jetting is how we clear the everyday jobs.
Written by
Owner, Plumbed Right
Plumbed Right is owned and run by Michael Treble. We bring CCTV cameras, a hydro jet and the IMS Robotic Cutter, so we pick the right tool on the day.
Free on-site quote
Plumbed Right provides a free on-site quote before any work starts, so you know the exact price before we touch a tool. No call-out fee, no obligation to book.
Questions
Still unsure? Call and talk to our team, not a call centre.
The average cost to unblock a drain in Perth is $400 to $800. Simple blockages sit at the lower end, and jobs like root removal cost more. We confirm your price on site before any work starts.
No. Plumbed Right doesn't charge a call-out fee to come and quote your blocked drain.
In most cases, yes: same-day service is available across Perth. For urgent jobs, our phones are answered 24/7; see emergency drain clearing.
A recurring blockage in the same spot usually means tree roots or a damaged pipe, not debris. We'll recommend a CCTV inspection to confirm the cause before you pay for another clear.
Yes. We quote on-site before starting, and we'll beat a written quote for the same job from another licensed Perth plumber.
Perth drain specialists
I'll quote your job on-site, before any work starts. No call-out fee to quote, and I'll beat a written quote for the same job from another licensed Perth plumber. Call 0499 281 430 or get a free quote.
