Blocked Toilet Repair in Sandton & Midrand

A blocked toilet that won't flush isn't just inconvenient — left untreated it backs up sewage into bathrooms and floors. We attend hundreds of blocked toilet callouts a year across Sandton, Midrand and Randburg. Most clear in under an hour with a proper closet auger; recurring blockages usually point to a deeper drain issue we can locate with CCTV.

What we do

We start with a hand auger through the toilet pan to clear simple blockages (wet wipes, sanitary products, toy paraphernalia). Where the blockage is further down, we lift the gully or manhole and use a mechanised drain machine with the correct cutter head. For recurring blockages we CCTV-survey the line to identify the cause — most commonly root ingress, collapsed earthenware pipework, or a pipe-fall problem from a previous bad install.

Signs you need this service

• Toilet doesn't flush or fills to the rim
• Gurgling sounds from other drains when flushing
• Sewage smell in bathroom
• Recurring blockages every few weeks
• Water backs up into shower or bath when toilet flushes

What blocks a toilet — and how it's cleared

The usual culprits and the right way to clear each.

Our process

1. 1Pan auger to clear the immediate blockage
2. 2Manhole lift and drain-machine clear if needed
3. 3CCTV inspection for recurring blockages
4. 4Root-cutting or repair quoted if the line is compromised
5. 5Final flush test on multiple fixtures

Pricing

Simple blocked toilet R650–R1,200. With drain-machine work R1,400–R2,500. CCTV survey R1,800–R2,800.

Prices are indicative for Northern Johannesburg, 2026. Every job is quoted in writing on site before work proceeds.

Why choose Apple Plumbing & Electrical

We carry both hand augers and a mechanised drain machine on every van — no return visits for tools.

Frequently asked questions