Will drain cleaner clear a clogged sewer line?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

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Q: What tools are used for sewer clearing?

• <div><p>Professionals use augers, hydrojetting equipment, and cameras for precise clearing and inspection.</p></div>

Q: Can I clear a blockage myself without calling a professional?

• <div><p>Simple blockages can be cleared using household plungers or manual snakes, provided no severe plumbing issues exist.</p></div>

Q: Why is my toilet overflowing with no clog?

• <div><p>If the toilet is overflowing but there&rsquo;s no clog, that&rsquo;s a sign that the issue is deeper in the system, and plunging may not help. A blockage in your home&rsquo;s plumbing, the plumbing vent, or even city sewer lines can cause toilets to overflow. The issue could also be the toilet itself if the filler float isn&rsquo;t set to the correct height or if parts are damaged or worn out. </p></div>

Q: Can I use metal detectors to find my sewer line?

• <div><p>No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.</p></div>

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Reviewed in April 2021
The first impression a customer forms from a business is, first, if someone answers the phone, and then if that person is helpful and welcoming. I was tired and upset when I called looking for help removing tumbleweeds and Kendall, co-owner of Clear View, was so very helpful and calming. She...
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Victor and crew demo and rebuilt a new deck with an added pergola. All with in 2 weeks. He listened to my ideas and made it happen. They showed up daily and got to work. They cleaned up after the job. We are very happy with the finished work. I would recommend Loya remodel to anyone.
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Duct and vent cleaning was done they were very professional and worked really hard. They did excellent job
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Mario did an incredible job on our fence. We fenced in over 450 feet of our yard and Mario completed the project quickly and exactly at the price quoted. He even removed old fence posts for a small fee. He kept a clean worksite and showed up prompt every morning. We are very happy with the work...
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Casey and his staff are professional, timely, thourough and conscientious in their work. I have 5 medium to large dogs that do a number on my large deck ( lots of dirt and mud) and most of my lower windows. Squeegee Monkey does a great job on all my windows and clean my multiple decks and move...
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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Professionals use augers, hydrojetting equipment, and cameras for precise clearing and inspection.

Simple blockages can be cleared using household plungers or manual snakes, provided no severe plumbing issues exist.

If the toilet is overflowing but there’s no clog, that’s a sign that the issue is deeper in the system, and plunging may not help. A blockage in your home’s plumbing, the plumbing vent, or even city sewer lines can cause toilets to overflow. The issue could also be the toilet itself if the filler float isn’t set to the correct height or if parts are damaged or worn out.

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

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.

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