About
Assess, clear and maintain
your underground assets with safety and precision
Blocked drains and hidden underground pipe issues can quickly escalate into costly environmental, safety and operational problems. Cleanaway offers professional drain cleaning and advanced CCTV pipe inspection services to help you proactively manage stormwater and wastewater infrastructure.
Ideal for councils, water utilities, industrial facilities, construction projects and large commercial sites, our services are designed to help you meet compliance obligations, detect early signs of damage, and maintain optimal drainage performance.
Cleanaway is certified in ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 14001 (Environment) and AS 4801 (OHS) standards, providing you with the assurance that every job meets rigorous requirements for workplace safety, environmental responsibility and quality assurance.
Cleanaway provides scheduled and ad-hoc drain cleaning services across Australia to keep your underground systems running smoothly and prevent future maintenance issues.
Sludge, silt and blockage waste
Drain cleaning produces large volumes of sludge, silt, grease and debris flushed from sewer lines, stormwater drains and industrial pipework. These wastes can contain grit, organic matter and other contaminants that require safe collection and disposal.
Contaminated liquids and debris
CCTV inspections often identify problem areas containing contaminated liquids, oils, chemicals or hazardous debris that must be removed to restore safe flow.
Service
Who we work with
Our services are suited to a wide range of sectors and assets, including:
Public infrastructure
We work with councils and utility providers to prevent flooding, blockages and hazards in stormwater drains, sewers and roads
Industrial and manufacturing facilities
We clean and prevent the build-up of oils, chemicals and debris to keep factory drainage running smoothly
Construction and civil engineering projects
We keep drains and pipes clear of sediment, concrete residue and blockages to prevent delays and compliance breaches
Commercial and institutional sites
We help shopping centres, hospitals and large campuses maintain safe and reliable drainage in high-traffic environments
Process
How we clean your drains and pipes
Remote controlled CCTVs are used to inspect pipelines and detect blockages and build-up. The camera is attached to a moving device that can enter small spaces.
Our trained operators use high-pressure water jetting and vacuum loading to clear blockages, remove debris and clean out stormwater, sewer and process water pipes.
After cleaning, we use robotic cameras once again to assess pipe condition and identify any structural issues, providing you with video footage and comprehensive reports.
Waste is collected by our vacuum trucks and sent to an EPA-compliant facility for treatment. We recover all possible resources and safely dispose of non-recoverable waste.
Details
Drain cleaning technology
High-pressure jetting units
Minimises stress on pipes and drains, providing an environmentally friendly and cost-effective method of clearing blockages and build-up
Combination jet-vac trucks
Performs simultaneous water jetting and vacuum extraction
Robotic CCTV camera systems
Uses remote-controlled cameras to provide a detailed view inside drains and pipes
Reporting and mapping software
Generates pipe condition assessments, maps and digital records
Details
Service outcomes
Through our specialist drain cleaning and CCTV pipe inspection services, your business can:
Reduce risk of flooding and environmental breaches with proactive maintenance
Meet compliance requirements for water authorities and regulators
Minimise costly repairs through early detection of defects
Conduct asset management and planning through our comprehensive reporting
Access 24/7 emergency response when urgent drain or pipe issues occur
Output
What happens to waste
Sludge, silt, grease and debris flushed from drains and sewer lines are vacuumed into sealed tankers and transported to licensed facilities for processing. Where possible, water is separated and treated for reuse, while solids are stabilised and disposed of safely.
If CCTV inspections identify contaminated liquids or hazardous debris, these materials are managed under specialist protocols. Cleanaway ensures all wastes are treated, recycled or disposed of in accordance with environmental regulations, with full reporting for compliance assurance.
Our promise
Why choose Cleanaway
A one-stop solution
We offer an expansive range of services, custom waste solutions and expert support to meet the waste management and resource recovery needs of Australian businesses, councils and industries of any size.
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Optimised waste management solutions
Our team of resource recovery professionals work closely with you to find the best waste management solution for your business, helping you achieve potential cost savings while working towards your sustainability goals.
Market-leading infrastructure
Our licensed, state-of-the-art facilities enable safe, efficient waste processing and resource recovery at scale.
Making a sustainable future possible together
We’re leading the way in sustainable waste management and resource recovery, helping Australia to transition to a circular economy and investing in lasting solutions for the benefit of Australians – now and into the future.