What the job usually involves
- Removing the trap cover and clearing what's caught in the trap.
- Using a drain snake or pressure tools to clear the pipe further down.
- Flushing through to check water drains freely.
- Advising if the blockage is in a shared stack. In HDB blocks that can be the Town Council's responsibility.
Before you book
- Lift the floor trap cover and pull out any hair or debris you can see. This alone fixes many slow floor traps.
- Avoid pouring chemical drain cleaner into a fully blocked drain. It pools on top of the blockage and makes the plumber's job dangerous.
How much it costs
On Handyy this job starts from S$70. Every quote is a fixed price for your specific job, agreed before anyone comes over. The number you accept is the number you pay. To get accurate quotes, include:
- Which drain: bathroom floor trap, basin, kitchen sink or toilet.
- Slow draining, or completely blocked. Is water backing up anywhere else?
- Whether neighbours above or below have the same problem. That suggests a shared pipe.
How booking works
- Describe the job and add a photo. You only need your name and mobile number.
- Compare fixed-price quotes from vetted plumbers. Every one has had their ID checked by our team.
- Book the one you want. We hold your payment, and the plumber is paid after the job is done and you've had time to check it.
Common questions
Why does my floor trap smell?
Often the trap has dried out, so sewer air comes up. Pouring water in fixes that. If it smells while water is sitting in it, there's usually build-up in the trap that needs clearing.
Who pays if the choke is in the common pipe?
In HDB flats, blockages in the common stack are generally handled by the Town Council, and in condos by the MCST. A plumber can tell you whether the choke is inside your unit's pipes or further down.
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