Using Sanafoam Vaporooter® to Protect Your Sewer System

Blocked sewers are one of the most common and costly plumbing problems affecting homes, unit developments and commercial properties. In most cases, the cause is tree roots entering ageing sewer pipes through small cracks, open joints or damaged sections. Once inside the pipe, the roots continue to grow, trapping paper, grease and other waste until the sewer eventually blocks.

At Longbeach Plumbing, we believe prevention is far more effective and economical than repeatedly clearing the same blockage. Our Sewer Blockage Prevention Program combines professional hydro jetting, CCTV drain inspections and Sanafoam Vaporooter® root treatment to keep your sewer system flowing reliably throughout the year.

The process begins by thoroughly cleaning the sewer using high-pressure water jetting. A CCTV camera inspection is then carried out to assess the condition of the pipeline and confirm that it is suitable for Vaporooter treatment. Once approved, Sanafoam Vaporooter® is applied to destroy tree roots inside the pipe while leaving the tree itself healthy and unaffected. The foam coats the full circumference of the sewer, reaching areas that liquid treatments cannot.

For properties with recurring tree root problems, an annual maintenance program is the most effective solution. Regular treatment prevents roots from re-establishing, significantly reducing the likelihood of unexpected blockages, emergency plumbing call-outs and expensive excavation or pipe replacement.

Longbeach Plumbing has extensive experience managing preventative sewer maintenance programs for residential homes, owners corporations, commercial properties and industrial sites throughout Melbourne. Our proactive approach helps property owners minimise disruption, extend the service life of their sewer infrastructure and reduce long-term maintenance costs.