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Top-Rated Sewer cleaners in Novato - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Oak Plumbing Inc
Oak Plumbing Inc
4.6(
103
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our sewer main busted and Oak Plumbing’s master plumbers Matt & Mike did a great job at digging down over 7ft to replace the broken section and also upgraded my single sewer main clean out which was nearly rusted through to a dual solid ABS clean out. And also I would like to add that Nate also did a great job at identifying our problem! Thanks guys! You’re AWESOME!"
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Peter Levi Plumbing, Inc.
4.9(
9
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Elsy ( I believe she was the plumber from your company via Angi) arrived as scheduled, on Saturday, 09/28/2024. She attempted to repair my garbage disposal unit but was unable to do so as the unit's wiring was worn out. I advised the unit is 40 yrs old. She recommended to purchase a new one. We made a trip together to the local Home Depot store and I purchased the same brand s she recommended. She installed it in record time (within the 2.5 hrs) and completed the job. She also cleaned the work space and carried the old one to my recycling bin. Very satisfied with her work. Also, I want to know if I will receive a billing statement for my records? Thank you for your time & assistance."
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Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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GoFlow Plumbing
5.0(
7
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Your plumbing problem becomes our problem to solve.\n\nThat’s not just a tagline, it’s how we operate. When you call GOFLOW, you’re getting a team that knows this area, knows plumbing, and genuinely cares about doing the job right.\n\nWe’re not a franchise. We’re not a call center routing you to whoever’s available. We’re a local company built by plumbers who got tired of watching customers get treated like transactions instead of people.

Kept existing config
Min visual impact
Moen Flo Install
Backflow Preventer
Backflow Preventer

+2

34 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Marin Plumbing, Brian S. Cooke Enterprises
4.4(
24
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I would echo most of what I have read in the reviews about Brian. He is prompt, courteous, and professional. Though he is a bit on the expensive side, I believe he is well worth it. An honest, experienced plumber is like money in the bank as far as I'm concerned. Because, while I could have found someone less expensive, experience has shown me that when it comes to plumbers, you definitely get what you pay for. And Brian is worth every penny."
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Moore Home Services
4.4(
225
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent job, Very thorough. Befoe deciding to buy a new furnace, they thoroughly examined, cleaned, etc my old one, tried to see if it would work satisfactorily. Ultimately, decided to get a new one. Staff is very courteous, explain everything. I would highly recommend them."
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+15

28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Bowen Plumbing
Bowen Plumbing
4.4(
8
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a leak in a pipe in the radiant heating pipes in the slab under my house. James was able to isolate the leak and re plumb my system without cutting a hole in the slab. He and his crew did some great creative plumbing that took care of the leak and separated the unused radiant system from my household plumbing and they even installed a new tankless heater in a single days work.. I recommend James and Bowen Plumbing without reservation. They are the Best!"
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Sewer Cleaning FAQs, answered by experts

Bleach isn’t likely to help unclog a sewer line. Bleach isn’t useful in this situation because it won’t dissolve the grime and debris in the clog. Instead, you want to use ingredients that will have a chemical reaction to clear out the buildup, like vinegar or salt and baking soda.

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.

There are several common signs that your main sewer line may be clogged. Key indicators include multiple fixtures in your home draining slowly, gurgling sounds coming from drains or toilets, and water backing up into showers, sinks, or toilets. You might also notice water backing up from the plumbing system's drain cleanout, water in your basement drain, or unexplained wet patches on your lawn. Foul odors, such as the smell of raw sewage or rotten eggs, are another common symptom. The most reliable way to confirm a main sewer line clog is to hire a professional plumber to perform a camera inspection.

It is generally safe to stay in a house that smells like sewage for a short time, but you should get the problem fixed as soon as possible. While the level of sewer gas is usually low enough to only cause minor symptoms, prolonged inhalation can lead to headaches, nausea, or respiratory irritation. High levels of gas exposure can be more dangerous, and high concentrations of methane—a component of sewer gas—can pose an explosion risk in enclosed spaces. If you smell sewer gas in your home, ventilate the area and call a professional to locate, assess, and fix the problem, as it will not go away on its own.

A sewage smell in your crawl space is usually from a damaged or clogged pipe leaking sewer gasses or actual sewage underneath your home, but there are some other common causes. Moisture, from poor or damaged encapsulation or a malfunctioning sump pump, can harbor mold and bacteria, causing a musty smell. Pests can also get stuck in your crawl space and die, which causes a sewage-like odor.

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