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Last update on June 17, 2025
Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Highly impressed with California Plumber! The office staff was friendly and organized, scheduling my appointment quickly. The plumber who came to fix my sewer line was experienced and got the job done in no time. Thank you!"
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1984
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I have had many jobs done by Plumbing Plus and I have been extremely satisfied with ALL of the work done! Jared has been “my guy” that has done most of the jobs at my home and I can’t say enough good things about his work ethic and professionalism! Plumbing Plus is an extremely ethical company where the bottom line is the customers satisfaction!"
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1975
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"The plumbers were on time, professional and did a great job. They waisted no time getting the job done and cleaned up after they were done. Everything was well explained and the price was exactly what they quoted, fair & reasonable. I would certainally reccomend ABC Plumbing to a freind or neighbor."
Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2003
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Very good company...cleaned up after himself"
+6
Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 1975
Customers say: Quick response
"First we had a backup of our sewer into the kitchen sink. When they came out to clear the blockage, we found out that there was a break in our sewer line - an offset allowed the sewer to back up. Using a camera and other technology, they were able to locate the break - precisely - it was 9 feet below the surface. Working around the rain, the following people put their heart and sole into getting it fixed. Gabriel was in charge of the group - Frank ran the camera crew, Raul dug the hole down past the gas line, electric and water lines. Francisco and Martin did the power flush after the line was repaired. These guys worked IN THE RAIN to get the job completed in a timely manner. After RAUL dug below the service lines, a backhoe was used to complete the hole. I'm sorry, but I cannot remember the name of the operator of the backhoe. Again, superb work. As I'm sure you can tell - I am very pleased with this crew. Robert M. Irvin"
Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Your guys CJ & Andrew were awesome! They did such a nice clean looking job! Super professional and very informative. They walked me through setting up the app for the whole house water shut off valve they installed and now I get a reduced rate on my homeowners insurance. They also found that my water pressure reducing valve had failed and replaced that at the same time. Couldn’t be more happy with the job they did."
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2014
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Cleaned shower drain very fast"
Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Great job, clean and excellent price."
Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"My experience with Bob was awesome I will call him if I every have any problems with plumbing. Very professional and get the job done right🤗"
Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2006
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Gabriel, the owner, promptly provided an estimate that was much higher than three others I secured. The higher cost was related to moving the furnace to the attic because the larger furnace plenum would interfere with a roof truss. Since others did not recommend moving to the attic, Gabriel offered to come back and reevaluate his proposal. By offsetting the furnace in the closet, he agreed it would fit. The new proposal was comparable to others, and included larger coolant lines. I chose him because he knew his business and explained things very well. I was convinced he would do a good job. The work was done on time and to perfection. The workers (all speaking good English) were knowledgeable, polite, friendly, hard working and they cleaned up every day. The system works great. The insulation keeps the house moderate, so the system does not work nearly as often. An asbestos abatement company had to come in ahead to remove existing asbestos. They charged $800 to remove two pieces (a flu casing and a small wall piece next to the flu). Two workers spent 1.5 hrs to do the job. I felt their price was too steep. Gabriel was able to get them to reduce their price by $200. At my request, Gabriel gave me a week after completion for payment so that I could post the payment after the credit card closing billing cycle, allowing me an extra month to gather the funds. That was nice of him, since the contract was for full payment upon completion. All in all a good experience."
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In most states, companies that perform sewer cleaning services don’t need specific licensing, but you should always ensure you hire a licensed and certified plumber to get the work done. You can use our state licensing tool to check whether the potential sewer cleaning company holds a plumber’s certification and license. Hiring a certified sewer cleaning services guarantees that the work will be done safely, there won’t be additional damage done to your home, and the problem will be fixed.
The average cost to snake your main sewer line is around $250 for a simple snake. Most sewer line specialists charge between $45 and $200 per hour for main sewer line snaking, so the time involved plays a major role. The price you’ll pay will depend on the severity of the clog, the item causing the backup, how long it takes to remove the item, and more. A more severe issue that requires unclogging a main sewer line will cost $3,100 on average.
There are a few signs of a clog in your main sewer line that you should keep in mind.
Common signs of a sewer line clog:
Multiple fixtures in your home drain slowly
Drains in your home gurgle during or after draining
Water backs up into your sewer line cleanout
You notice foul odors in your home
The best way to confirm that your main sewer line is clogged is to hire a professional plumber to assess the situation and use a camera to inspect the inside.
In most cases, drain cleaners will not clear a clogged sewer line, and they’re likely to damage your plumbing. Sewer lines are several inches wide, meaning any material that clogs it will need to be large. Drain cleaner can work on small clogs, but it usually won’t clear a larger one in a sewer main. Drain cleaners can also easily damage and corrode your plumbing with prolonged contact, and a clog will keep the cleaner in contact with the pipes for an extended period. Hire a professional sewer cleaner instead for a safe fix.
You should not attempt to snake your sewer yourself. Accessing and snaking your sewer requires heavy-duty equipment, and while renting is possible, misusing it can damage your sewer main and leave you with very expensive repair costs, not to mention potential environmental issues and severe water damage. Accessing your sewer also exposes you to hazardous sewer gasses, and failing to seal the sewer properly after work can be very dangerous. It’s always best to hire a professional sewer cleaner near you to handle this type of work.
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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