Blocked Drain Clearance cost in Australia
Clear a blocked sink, shower, or toilet drain. Here is what it typically costs, what is and isn't included, and how prices shift by city — then check your own quote against it.
Typical price
$150 – $600
Most people pay around $280
National guide (Sydney baseline). Confidence: high. Last reviewed 2026-05-25.
Materials
Materials are usually included in the quoted price.
Labour only for simple blockages. Severe blockages needing jetting/CCTV push much higher.
GST & fees
Quotes usually include GST.
Callout fee typically $80–$150.
Blocked Drain Clearance prices by city
City figures apply local cost-of-living adjustments to the national guide.
| City | Typical range | Around |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney | $150 – $600 | $280 |
| Melbourne | $138 – $552 | $258 |
| Brisbane | $128 – $510 | $238 |
| Perth | $123 – $492 | $230 |
| Adelaide | $117 – $468 | $218 |
| Canberra | $140 – $558 | $260 |
| Hobart | $123 – $492 | $230 |
| Darwin | $132 – $528 | $246 |
| Gold Coast | $125 – $498 | $232 |
| Toowoomba | $117 – $468 | $218 |
| Ballarat | $126 – $504 | $235 |
| Bendigo | $125 – $498 | $232 |
| Townsville | $128 – $510 | $238 |
| Mackay | $138 – $552 | $258 |
| Albury-Wodonga | $120 – $480 | $224 |
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