Flo-Rite Drainage Limited

At Flo-Rite Drainage Ltd, we have a team of qualified and experienced drain layers who will be able to handle all parts of your drainage project – from small domestic repairs and drainage divisions to larger projects, the do it all. We take the utmost pride in our work and are dedicated to providing our valued clients the best workmanship possible, we work closely with builders, contractors, architects and more to ensure time frames and deadlines are met.

If you’re building a new home, then choose us to supply and install of your drainage for your new home. Our drains are laser-laid to ensure that all jobs are completed accurately. All of our drains meet local Council requirements and we have good working relationship with local councils surrounding the Christchurch area. As we are Council approved, you can be assured we will do a great job for you.
We have installed some of the following different types of drainage and drainage systems such as:

• Manholes
• Sub-divided drainage sections including connections to the council mains
• Sumps and channel drain
• Repairs and Alterations
• Pump chambers
• Field drains to drain wet sections
• Retention tanks
• Hill site drainage
• Lifestyle blocks
• Septic tank installation
• Soak pits, water tanks
• Land drainage

If you’re in need of drain repairs, then choose us at Flo-Rite Drainage Ltd. Our qualified and experienced team will be able to investigate your pipes and fix the problem – all while keeping you informed about your options and providing you with a quote on the final price.

When you choose us to fix any problems that you might be having with your drains, we will investigate your drains with a specially designed camera inserted into the drain to find the exact location of the problem. We have the latest technology which will help us to find the exact location of any and all faults while causing no damage to your property.

Before we go and dig up any pipes, we will conduct a CCTV drain survey. We do, as it helps us to determine the problem quickly and cheaply. It helps to quickly identify all cracks, misaligned pipe sections, root infiltrations and other problems. We precede our CCTV investigation by water blasting the drain making it easier to identify all cracks. If required, we provide CCTV footage as well as providing a quote for repair. We use a Navitrack Scout to locate defects. The Navitrack locates the position and depth of our camera head. This helps to minimise disruption to your property by allowing us to dig down on the exact spot and repair the damage with minimal impact to your property.

Flo-Rite Drainage Pre-Purchase Inspections

We know how much of an investment purchasing a new property is and how vital it is to ensure that the property has no underlying damage which could affect property value. We can conduct pre-purchase inspections for our clients ensuring that there are no unwanted surprises or expensive drainage repairs later on. We believe this is particularly important if the property has earthenware pipes, as in our professional experience has shown, all earthenware pipes in Christchurch are damaged to an extent. A pre-purchase inspection will ensure peace of mind that your drains are clear and free from damage. If any problems are detected, we may be able to negotiate the cost of repairs with the vendor.

Why CCTV a drain?

There are numerous reasons that a CCTV investigation may be required for your drains such as:

• Identifying cracks, misaligned joins, root infiltration, and other problems
• Identifying the cause of a blockage
• Insurance claims
• Pre-purchase inspections
• Pipe locating
• Investigating structural integrity prior to any building/pathway or driveway works

CCTV Investigation Reporting

After we finish our CCTV inspection of your drains, we will provide you a written report to council standards consisting of the footage, damage plan, typed report and quote for repair and replacement, helping you to make an informed decision about how you should proceed.

Pipe Locators

We use a Navitrack Scout locator to help us to determine the exact position of your drains. Through the use of our locator, we can determine the exact location and depth of your drains. This helps to minimise any disruption or damage to your property and is extremely useful when conducting building works.

Our high powered hydroblast unit can clean deposits that have built up in your pipes and get your drains flowing again. We recommend following up any hydroblasting of a blocked drain with a CCTV investigation to identify the cause of the blockage.

Some drains are unable to be unblocked using the hydroblasting method and require an alternative repair strategy.

Root Infiltration

Root infiltration is a major cause of damage of underground drains. Drains with severe root infiltration require our specialised root cutter to clear. This is a common problem as drains provide an ideal place for plants to find nutrients. Roots will grow through cracks and loose joints. Once inside, the roots will continue to grow – trapping further debris and eventually causing blockage which makes the problem much worse – eventually resulting in total collapse or blockage of the pipe.

Blocked drains

Drains can block for various reasons including tree roots, broken or fractured pipes, no regular servicing, fats, oils, grease, grit and foreign items. It is important that you address the problem before it becomes a major issue. Signs you may have a blocked drain include:

• Slow flowing drains
• Gurgling noises from the toilet, sink, bath or shower
• Rising water in the toilet bowl after flushing
• Overflowing gullies
• Bad and unusual smells

If there has been a blockage in the lateral drains outside of your property, then we will require council authorisation to clear it.

At Flo-Rite Drainage Ltd, we supply and install septic tanks. All of the septic tanks that we supply conform to Ecan/Local Council and engineers requirements. Our clients can be assured that all of our septic tanks are sourced from quality manufacturers as well as being great value for money. We are partnered with Design Engineers and we are able to create a custom designed septic tank for you.

We supply and install a great range of water tanks for you to choose from. All of the water tanks we supply to you are sourced from manufacturers with a reputation of creating water tanks that are durable and great quality – offering you peace of mind and value for money. If you want to enjoy fresh, clean rainwater all year round while saving you money on your water bill, then a water tank is a great investment for you.