Easy Ways to Stop Stormwater Damage Before it Starts to Rain
                     EASY WAYS TO STOP 
STORMWATER 
DAMAGE BEFORE IT 
STARTS TO RAIN
https://www.aptplumbing.com.au/
ALPINE SKI HOUSE
La Nina is causing all kinds of difficulty regarding the weather in Sydney in recent years. At 
APT Plumbing, we have seen a major increase in flooding, blocked stormwater drains and 
damage to houses and business. Stormwater damage is one of the most common issues 
recently and we have been receiving calls daily; do you have a stormwater problem?
Maintenance is the key to avoiding stormwater damage and when talking about stormwater, 
it is not just the drain itself that needs attention. It is all the connected pipes leading into and 
out of the drain, the drain itself and even the land around it that can cause problems.
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We have seen evidence from the NSW State Emergency Services, showing their numbers 
have indicated they have had one of their busiest years with calls for assistance and with 
the recent floods around NSW it doesn’t appear to be easing any time soon.
As a home or business owner it is essential that you step maintenance up on your 
property and ensure you call us at APT Plumbing to make necessary stormwater repairs. 
We are an approved and affordable plumbing service provider in Sydney and are 
available 24/7 in the event of an emergency.
The following are a list of simple things you can do for maintenance around the home or 
business to save long term property damage.
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 Clear stormwater drains.
Stormwater drains are designed to prevent our houses or business from major flooding, but 
they become no good at all if they are full of debris. Often things like cutting trees and 
pruning hedges in the garden act as a preventative as leaf matter is the biggest culprit when 
it comes to blocked pipes. At APT Plumbing we have plumbers at the ready and consider 
ourselves to be a reliable stormwater pipe repair service in Sydney. We ensure when we 
clear your pipes that they are done so professionally and in a timely manner.
 Ensure you have clean gutters.
Leaf debris and sticks build up in your gutter’s and can easily cause a blockage that over 
time builds up and becomes a major issue. Regularly cleaning out your gutters will stop dirt 
and silt building up and becoming solid in the gutter causing blockages and overflow when 
we have sudden downpours or massive amounts of rain.  It is recommended that for the 
benefit of your stormwater and guttering that you try and maintain any trees that may 
overhang your roofline and regularly prune them to ensure nothing lands in the gutter.
 Repair roof damage
If your roof is tiled, we recommend that you call a professional to inspect for loose or 
damaged tiles. If you have a Colour bond roof you need to ensure that you have the roofline 
inspected for loose edgings, flashing and membrane assessed as they can start to lift over 
time and create gaps to allow stormwater to seep in. Even small leaks or loose tiles can turn 
into large problems in storms.
 Make a way for excess water to escape.
Making a trench drain will assist in times of excessive rainfall to remove any large volumes 
of water away from your home. A plumber can measure the length and width needed for a 
channel and create a long term solution. This will aid in protecting the foundations of the 
property from excessive water damage. Additionally, this will prevent stagnant water from 
building up around the property, which can fast become a breeding ground for mosquitoes.
 Remove loose garden items.
Making sure all freestanding items like BBQ’s or outdoor garden furniture is something that 
you should additionally look at considering. These items are easily displaced during wild, 
windy storms and can become a projectile towards buildings and properties. This includes 
garden pots and plants that can tip over forcing soil and leaf matter into stormwater drains 
creating blockages which will lead to flooding.
  Trimming trees and overhanging branches from neighbouring 
properties.
If you or your neighbours have large, overhanging trees that risk breaking you should 
call a professional arborist to the property to inspect and where needed remove 
necessary hanging branches. Problem trees can cause massive damage to properties, 
both homes or business and vehicles in their paths along with neighbouring 
properties. Trees should be trimmed regularly to ensure the safety of all inside as not 
only can they cause structure damage but additionally broken windows and rooflines. 
The arborist will also ensure all trees removed are in line with the permissions of local 
councils.
 Upgrade stormwater drainage at the property.
If you have noticed stormwater building up near your property, you should call a 
professional to come and assess the damage. Chances are you need to have a stormwater 
inspection to determine what needs to be done to repair or replace any pipes that may be 
blocked or broken. Firstly, we will use a CCTV camera in the pipe to look for blockages or 
broken pipes to determine how to fix the issue. The camera will allow your friendly 
plumber to see if there is damage from tree roots, blockages from tree matter or in some 
cases broken pipes from age. By replacing or repairing the pipes will assist in preventing 
you from having issues from storms in the future.
There are many things that need to be considered in property maintenance regarding long term 
stormwater damage. With the help of a professional you can be certain that any issues are 
correct and fixed. We at APT Plumbing hope that this guide has been helpful in some way.
Please remember that stormwater damage can be very costly and could lead to flooding to 
basements and building substructures if you are in an apartment building. Unblock your pipes 
quickly before you get into a serious problem. Values of homes and businesses are also 
depreciated when you have damage from excessive water or flooding, which makes it essential 
to act quickly to prevent further damage. We will do everything possible to prevent stormwater 
damage and ensure that water leaves your property in a timely manner.
Thinking if, there is any affordable plumbing services near me? The answer is yes! We 
have plumbers available throughout Sydney, it’s as simple as giving us a call at APT 
Plumbing and we will have someone out to inspect and make any repairs needed at a time 
that suits you. We have plumbing experts on call 24/7, as we know, there’s never a perfect 
time to have plumbing issues. If you have any questions about our services or would like 
further ideas on how to protect your home from rain and flooding, then please feel free to 
contact us. We promise a fast, professional, reliable, and affordable service.
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