This morning, after last night’s heavy rain, I noticed a large puddle forming near the back of my house. When I checked, I realised the outdoor drain was completely blocked, and water was starting to pool against the wall. I tried to clear some of the debris on top, but the water still wouldn’t drain away. I started worrying about possible flooding or water damage, especially since it’s been so wet this winter. I’m unsure whether I should try to fix this myself or if it’s time to call in a professional. I want to know the best steps to take when faced with a blocked outdoor drain during the colder months, especially to avoid any bigger problems down the track.

  • @[email protected]English
    2•18 hours ago

    Get yourself some nitrile gloves and poke around. It’s usually just leaves, pull 'em out and water go floooosh

  • TaldenNZEnglish
    5•1 day ago

    Firstly, check for crocs.

    Then I recommend, while spreading a line of pyrethrym powder to keep away Hercules, that you make a quick call to snake control (keeping a clear line of sight for any circling dingoes and charging 'roos of course).

    At this point you should be in a reasonable position (I would say safe, but when are you ever safe) to call in the professionals (do be sure to watch the trees for drop-bears).

     

    At least that’s what I know of the SOP for such matters in Aussie.