Pooling water is usually caused by blocked stormwater pipes, poor drainage design, inadequate fall, compacted soil, or damaged drainage infrastructure. If left unresolved, standing water can damage landscaping, attract mosquitoes, and potentially affect building foundations. Xpedite can inspect the system and identify the underlying cause for a permanent fix

In NSW, property owners including businesses, are generally responsible for maintaining gutters, downpipes, stormwater pipes, pits, and drainage systems located within their property boundaries. Councils are typically responsible for public drainage infrastructure, while homeowners must ensure their private stormwater systems are functioning correctly

Common signs of a blocked stormwater drain include:

• Water backing up from pits or grates
• Overflowing gutters during rain
• Soggy patches in the yard
• Water pooling near the house
• Slow drainage after rainfall
• Unpleasant odours from outdoor drains

Xpedite uses modern CCTV drain inspections to quickly identify blockages, tree root intrusion, pipe collapses, or other hidden drainage issues.

Yes. Tree roots are one of the most common causes of stormwater drainage problems in NSW. Roots naturally seek moisture and can enter small cracks or pipe joints, eventually causing blockages, pipe damage, and restricted water flow. Professional drain cleaning and CCTV inspections can locate and remove root intrusions before major damage occurs, requiring a high level of remediation to your stormwater system

You should contact Xpedite, your local stormwater and drainage experts, if you notice:

• Frequent flooding around your home
• Water entering garages or buildings
• Overflowing stormwater pits
• Persistent pooling water
• Suspected blocked or broken pipes
• Drainage issues after storms

Early intervention can often prevent costly structural damage, erosion, and flooding during future heavy rainfall events.

No. In NSW, stormwater must never be discharged into the local sewer system. Stormwater and sewer networks are separate systems, and incorrect connections can create serious environmental and public health risks. All stormwater drainage must be connected to an approved discharge point in accordance with Australian plumbing standards