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Avatar for Plumbtree Plumbing and Rooter, Inc.
Plumbtree Plumbing and Rooter, Inc.
5.0(
24
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had Plumbtree plumbing out when my front hose connector wouldn't stop leaking. I called them and they where able to come out the same day!! They accessed the problem and told me that the main house shut off was also not functional and told me the benefit of a new main shut off. After the detailed explanation they got right to work. The work looks very nice and I will trust them with all my future plumbing work. Thanks Plumbtree!!!"
Before and After of Garbage disposal replacement.
Root intrusions at failed connection
Plumbing Project
Water Service Repair
Roots cleaned out of main line

+26

Recommended by72%of homeowners
Avatar for Mike Counsil Plumbing and Rooter
Mike Counsil Plumbing and Rooter
4.0(
330
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1994

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"All went great they rehung the sewer pipes under the house. Replaced the damage sewer pipe. Installed a new fresh water pipe from the water meter to the house installed a pressure regulator and a back flow on the hot water heater. Pached all the holes and even one the didn’t cause"
Preparing a safe environment for working on a sewer line replacement.
Water heater installation with expansion tank
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Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+28

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Avatar for Jess Plumbing
Jess Plumbing
4.9(
50
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jess was did a fantastic job installing a sewer clean out for us. We had a major backup, sewage had backed up into the tubs and he came out on a Sunday to address our emergency. He was very communicative and explained the whole process. I will definitely hire him for all our future plumbing needs!"
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project /water main
Old gate valve/ doesn’t shut off water
Installed new Zoeller sewer tank lid

+178

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for JPC Rooter & Plumbing
JPC Rooter & Plumbing
4.8(
46
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This contractor performed the service efficiently, and provided the analysis and options for the sewer line. I felt he was honest with the options and did not try to sell additional services that were not warranted, in my opinion."
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work

+56

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for DRAIN RIGHT PLUMBING & ROOTER INC
DRAIN RIGHT PLUMBING & ROOTER INC
5.0(
22
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My plumber?s name is Robert. He didn?t just do a good job but an excellent job. Why I said this. It?s already hard waking up in the morning. When all of a sudden you don?t have hot water. Called them and within the time frame he gave over the phone he was there on the dot. Gave me a reasonable price and replace my water heater. Excellent job."
Before
After
Water heater
Descaling tankless water heater
Toilet replacements

+34

Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Plumbing & Rooter Service
Plumbing & Rooter Service
5.0(
25
)
Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My toilet and bathroom Sink were clogged, i called them and within a hour they came and unclogged my main with their snake and then they cleaned the main using a machine called hydro jetter. Highly recommend their service"
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by9%of homeowners
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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Most commercial liquid drain cleaners work in 15 to 30 minutes. Consult the label on the bottle for additional instructions or time suggestions to prevent damage to your drainpipes. Alternative solutions such as baking soda, salt, white vinegar, and/or boiling water can take longer since they are less harsh than liquid drain cleaners.

This depends on the location of the blockage. If the blockage is in your home’s system, anywhere in the system, it is your responsibility as a homeowner. Blockages seldom happen because of items or buildup coming from the city, which means it originates in the home. It becomes the city’s responsibility at the exact point your home’s line distributes waste into the city’s system. The exception is if the problem in your home damages the city lines.  

If you’re wondering whether rats can come up the toilet, the unfortunate answer is yes, it’s possible, though it’s extremely rare. These rodents are excellent swimmers and can travel through sewer pipes in search of food, and they may follow plumbing lines leading to your home if they’re drawn by the scent of scraps and waste. The toilet’s U-bend holds a small pocket of air, which can help a rat catch its breath before making its final push into your bathroom. While more common in cities with larger rat populations, this can happen anywhere with connected sewer systems; sealing entry points and keeping drains clean can help reduce the risk.

Clearing typically takes 1-2 hours, depending on the blockage size and location.

The type of clog in your sewer main determines the required cleaning method. Different types or methods of sewer main cleaning require various tools like chemicals, mechanical removal, or a combination of both. Some of the most common types of sewer main line cleaning include:

  • Minor debris removal: $100–$600

  • Tree root removal: $100–$1,000

  • Trenchless pipe repair: $60–$250 per linear foot

  • General line repairs: $1,000–$4,000

  • Full pipe replacement: $3,000–$25,000

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