Sorrento sits on the coast between Hillarys and Marmion, with drainage that runs through fine coastal sand to local outfalls along the dune line. Drains in this part of Perth need to be diagnosed and cleared with the local soil, weather and infrastructure in mind. Drains Plus is a Perth based drainage specialist that has cleared over 20,000 drains across the metro. This page sets out what we typically see in Sorrento, how we approach those jobs, and how to get in touch when you have a problem.
Sorrento is one of the older coastal suburbs in this stretch, with much of the housing stock built from the early 1970s through the 1990s. Newer two storey infill is more common closer to West Coast Drive, where dual occupancy redevelopments have replaced single storey originals. The suburb falls within the City of Joondalup, which is responsible for the public stormwater network and the kerbside gully connections. Sorrento sits on Quindalup sands closer to the coast and transitions to Spearwood sands further inland. Combined with the proximity of the ocean, this means a higher summer water table and a drainage profile that behaves very differently to inland suburbs. Most pipework on residential properties is PVC, with some older sections of clay still present on the original 1970s builds.
On the stormwater side we deal with sand and organic matter clogging gullies and pits, particularly through autumn when the first heavy rains move summer debris through the system. Sand ingress at compromised joints is more of an issue in Sorrento than in newer suburbs further north, because the older 1970s and 1980s lines have had longer to settle and shift. On the sewer side we still see root intrusion, but the roots are typically finer than the clay choking jacaranda and gum roots we encounter in older inland suburbs. Patio extensions, paving and pool installations done over existing lines are a common indirect cause of trouble. A line that was fine for thirty years can develop a crush point soon after a paved area goes in above it. CCTV inspection gives us a clear picture of what is happening before we commit to a clearing or repair approach.
Drains Plus operates from Greenwood, a short drive from Sorrento. For most call outs we can have a plumber on site the same day, and emergency call outs are covered around the clock. We are a single location business with a single Google profile, so when you book through us you are dealing directly with the team that will arrive at your address. Most blocked drain work is covered by our fixed price guarantee, and a free plumbing health check is included on every job. If we cannot clear the drain, our service is free.
We service Sorrento as part of our wider coverage of the Perth northern suburbs. Nearby suburbs we cover include:
If you are based outside these areas, our full service area covers the Perth northern suburbs across four local government areas.
Not worried, but it is worth knowing that homes from this era often have a mix of clay and early generation PVC in the ground. Both are still serviceable, but joints have had time to move. If you have started seeing slow drainage or recurring blockages, a CCTV inspection is the right starting point so we can see the actual condition of the line.
In coastal suburbs like Sorrento, the summer water table sits closer to the surface than people realise. Heavy rain can push the table up further, and combined with sand and debris that has accumulated over the dry months, that is enough to make a marginal line back up. Clearing the line is the first step, but a camera inspection tells us whether there is an underlying cause that will keep returning.
Yes. We service both residential and commercial properties across Sorrento, including strata buildings, retail, and hospitality sites. Our high pressure jetters and CCTV equipment are suited to the larger diameter lines used in commercial drainage.
In most cases yes. Pipe relining is a no dig method where a new liner is installed inside the existing pipe and cured in place. It restores the line to full flow capacity and seals cracks and joints from the inside. This is one of the main reasons relining is so commonly used in Sorrento, where homes often have substantial paving, decking and landscaping over the drain runs.
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