Dishwasher Not Draining in Sydney? Common Causes & Fixes
January 28, 2026
A dishwasher that won’t drain properly is more than an inconvenience. In Sydney homes, it’s a common plumbing issue that can lead to foul smells,
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Mates Rates Plumbing guarantees to provide you with excellent plumbing or gasfitting services, exceptional workmanship, and attention to detail. Your local plumber in Sydney is highly skilled and fully trained to tackle any residential or commercial plumbing system problem.
For many years, Mates Rates Plumbing has satisfied the plumbing needs of home and business owners in and around Sydney. Our comprehensive plumbing services and extensive industry experience offer premium quality and cost-effective solutions. Whether you need minor repairs, extensive sewer and drain services, or a new bathroom installation, call us today to hire a plumber in Sydney.
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- No hot water?
- Gas smell in or around your property?
- Burst pipe flooding your home or business?
- Blocked drain overflowing?
- Water leaking through walls or ceilings?
- Toilet backing up or not flushing at all?
- Hot water system making loud or unusual noises?
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Why Choose Us
PLUMBING SYDNEY SERVICE AREA
We offer emergency and routine plumbing services in the Greater Sydney Area, including the lower north shore, upper north shore of Sydney and north-western suburbs from Hunters Hill to the Hills District.
- We are big enough to get any job done but small enough to care.
- Supporting a local family owned Australian business.
- On time, reliable and always happy to answer any questions.
- 24/7 Emergency Service with a smile.
- Free, quick and fair quotes. no waiting weeks.
- A team who are passionate about plumbing and giving excellent customer service.
Sydney Plumbing & Gas Fitting Services
We offer emergency and routine plumbing services in Sydney, including the lower north shore, upper north shore, and north western suburbs from Hunters Hill to the Hills district. Contact us today for all your Sydney plumbing and gas fitting needs.
BURST PIPES SYDNEY
BURST PIPES SYDNEY
The bursting of water pipes is one of the common plumbing issues and can cause a lot of damage, so it's important to call a local plumber and get them fixed as soon as possible.
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NEW INSTALLATIONS
Our plumbers stand behind their installations and fit-outs with a comprehensive 7-year workmanship guarantee to ensure your complete satisfaction.
Read More THERMOSTATIC MIXING VALVES
THERMOSTATIC MIXING VALVES
The bursting of water pipes is one of the common plumbing issues and can cause a lot of damage, so it's important to call a local plumber and get them fixed as soon as possible.
Read More PIPE RELINING
PIPE RELINING
Mates Rates no-dig sewer solutions are your less invasive option when fixing common sewer line issues. Traditional sewer repairs mandated extensive trench digging and excavation to remove and replace broken or cracked pipes.
Read More GAS INSTALLATIONS
GAS INSTALLATIONS
Get help immediately when you need gas line repairs or installations! We specialize in residential repair, installation, and maintenance of Gas appliances.
Read More COMMERCIAL PLUMBING
COMMERCIAL PLUMBING
Our licensed commercial plumbers are trained in installing, maintaining, and repairing plumbing systems in commercial properties.
Read More BLOCKED DRAINS SYDNEY
BLOCKED DRAINS SYDNEY
Clogged drains are unwanted materials taking up residence in your pipes. Our plumbers have the training and experience to handle a blocked drain properly.
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EMERGENCY PLUMBING
Professional Emergency Plumbing Services in Sydney. We provide 24-hour emergency plumbing service to resolve your residential and commercial plumbing issues.
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Interesting Facts of Mates Rates Plumbing
If you are looking for plumbing services in Sydney, Mates Rates Plumbing can offer a variety of plumbing services. We can offer emergency plumbing services, commercial plumbing services, hot water services, help with burst pipes, blocked drains or new installations.
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FAQS
Plumbing problems are sure to happen at any time. The most common plumbing problems can include leaky faucets and pipes, low water pressure, water heater issues, clogged drains, and running toilets.
Whoever you've hired for plumbing work will take care of the essential parts of your home- pipes, water heaters, toilets, and drains. So you can’t ignore the importance of hiring an expert, licensed plumber. Our licensed plumbers have expert knowledge of plumbing issues, tools, and techniques.
Hire a plumber anytime you feel uncomfortable when faced with any plumbing issue that you can't solve by yourself. You can call or hire a local plumber for major drain backups, hot water heater issues, installing new plumbing, or doing anything with gas lines.
Although DIY plumbing solutions may seem to save you time and money, if you don’t know exactly what you need to do about fixing the problem it will cost you double. If your plumbing issue is difficult to solve, it is recommended to leave it to a plumbing professional. Our licensed plumber comes equipped with the right tools and experience to solve your plumbing problems quickly and safely.
