Shower drains block from a predictable combination — hair, soap scum and skin oils binding into a stubborn mat above the trap. We strip the gully, mechanically clean the waste run, and recommend a hair-trap fitting to prevent the issue returning. For tiled walk-in showers we work without lifting tiles where possible.
What we do
Strip gully, mechanically clean waste run back to the soil stack, fit a hair-trap and test drainage with a 30-second flow.
What blocks a shower drain
Almost always one thing — and how we clear it.
| Cause | Fix |
|---|---|
| Hair build-up | Clear trap / snake |
| Soap scum & product | Mechanical clean |
| Silt in outside gully | Strip and flush gully |
| Recurring blockage | CCTV to find the cause |
Our process
- 1Lift gully cover
- 2Clean trap by hand
- 3Snake the waste pipe
- 4Fit hair-trap
- 5Flow test
Why choose Apple Plumbing & Electrical
We clear and prevent — not just clear.
Frequently asked questions
Need Drains in Northern Joburg?
Owner-managed by Garth Blair. We pick up the phone and book you in personally.
Get in touch
Speak to Garth directly.
Owner-managed means you reach the person who's accountable. Phone, email or WhatsApp — whatever's easiest for you.
- Call now082 886 9119
- WhatsApp082 886 9119
- Emailgarth@appleplumbing.co.za
- Service areaSandton, Midrand & Northern JHB
- HoursMonday to Saturday, 07:00 – 17:00