Sink Unblocking in Napier & Hastings

Q: What causes bathroom vanity sinks to block?

Bathroom vanity sinks commonly block due to hair, makeup residue, toothpaste, and general grime building up inside the trap and waste pipe.

Q: Why does my kitchen sink keep backing up?

Kitchen sinks often block because of fat, grease, food scraps, coffee grounds, and eggshells, especially those dropped into an insinkerator. Over time this forms a solid layer inside the pipe.

Q: What tools do you use to unblock sinks?

We use a range of techniques to clear sinks, primarily a kinetic air gun to blast through blockages, followed by hot water to flush loosened debris. For larger blockages, whip hoses and flushing methods are also used.

Q: Do you need to remove the trap under the sink?

In many cases, yes. Removing the trap allows us to clear hair, fat, or objects lodged inside and helps prevent future blockages.

Q: How can I prevent my sink from blocking again?

Avoid tipping oils or fats down the drain, use a sink strainer, and clean traps regularly, especially in busy kitchens. You can also find preventative tips on our Facebook page.

Q: Do you offer sink unblocking services across Hawke’s Bay?

Yes. We service all suburbs in Napier, Hastings, and Havelock North, providing fast and reliable sink unblocking solutions.

Fast, Clean, No-Mess Solutions for Blocked Kitchen, Bathroom & Laundry Sinks

Blocked sink? Slow or blocked drain? Bad smells coming from the pipework?
Only Drains provides fast, hygienic, and professional sink unblocking for kitchen, bathroom, and laundry sinks across Napier, Hastings, Havelock North, and wider Hawke’s Bay.

We use specialist tools — including kinetic air guns, mini jetters, CCTV drain inspection, and mechanical clearing equipment — to remove grease, hair, soap scum, and trapped objects without damaging your fixtures or pipework.

If your sink is slow, backing up, or not draining properly, it’s often part of a wider blocked drain issue that needs to be diagnosed and cleared correctly.

What Causes a Sink Blockage?

Blocked sinks are usually caused by one or more of the following:

Grease, fat and food residue in kitchen sinks
Hair, toothpaste, and soap scum in bathroom vanities
Detergent and lint buildup in laundry sinks
Foreign objects lodged in the traps or pipe bends
Deeper line issues such as root intrusion or broken pipes (identified via CCTV drain inspection)

We locate the obstruction quickly and clear the blockage using the safest, most effective method for your plumbing system.

Our Sink Unblocking Process

01.

Assessment

We inspect the sink, trap, and line — and where required carry out a CCTV drain inspection to confirm the exact cause.

02.

Action

We use the right method: plunging, kinetic air gun, auger, or hydro jetting depending on the blockage and severity.

03.

Testing

We run water and check flow, ensuring the line is fully cleared and that any blocked drains have been properly resolved.

04.

Clean-Up

We wipe down the area and leave your kitchen, bathroom, or laundry tidy.

Why Choose Only Drains?

Specialist Drain Technicians

Drain unblocking is what we specialise in — clearing blocked drains daily across Hawke’s Bay.

Advanced Equipment

Hydro jetting equipment, kinetic air guns, and CCTV drain inspection tools — all sink-safe and ready to clear blockages properly.

Safe for All Fixtures

We choose the correct method for older and modern plumbing.

Fast 24/7 Response Across Hawke’s Bay

Napier, Hastings, Havelock North and everywhere in between.

Best Price in Hawke’s Bay

Fair, transparent pricing with reliable service — no guesswork.

Frequently asked questions

What causes bathroom vanity sinks to block?

Why does my kitchen sink keep backing up?

What tools do you use to unblock sinks?

Do you need to remove the trap under the sink?

How can I prevent my sink from blocking again?

Do you offer sink unblocking services across Hawke’s Bay?

Blocked Sink in Napier or Hastings? Get Fast, Professional Unblocking Today.

Smells, slow draining, or standing water? Our specialist drain technicians clear kitchen, bathroom, and laundry sinks quickly and cleanly using sink-safe tools and targeted hydro jetting when needed to resolve blocked drains properly. No mess, no damage, no delays — just fast, reliable sink unblocking across Napier, Hastings, Havelock North, and surrounding suburbs.

Call Only Drains now — your local drain unblocking specialists.

We regularly unblock kitchen, bathroom, and laundry sinks in Taradale, Greenmeadows, Ahuriri, Parkvale, Flaxmere, Mahora, Marewa, Onekawa, and surrounding suburbs across Napier and Hastings.