Do sewer cleaning companies need to be licensed?

• <div><p>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 <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">our state licensing tool</a> 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.</p></div>

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: How long does it take for tree roots to grow back in the sewer line?

• <div><p>It can take anywhere from one month to a couple of years for tree roots to grow back in sewer lines. Tree roots can cause extreme havoc on your sewer lines, potentially cracking them and causing untreated wastewater to make its way into the groundwater. Have a landscaping pro remove trees and roots before installing your system, or call a pro to do it retroactively as soon as you can.</p></div>

Q: Who is responsible for blocked sewers?

• <div><p>This depends on the location of the blockage. If the blockage is in your home&rsquo;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&rsquo;s responsibility at the exact point your home&rsquo;s line distributes waste into the city&rsquo;s system. The exception is if the problem in your home damages the city lines. </p></div>

Q: Why does my crawl space smell like a sewer?

• <div><p>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. </p></div>

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AJâ s Drywall came to my rescue. I needed immediate service and they showed up within a few hours. The crew was very professional and clean. They did a great job repairing, texturing and painting drywall in my clienta home. They were sure to cover all areas and cleaned up well. I would...
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Reviewed in February 2023
This company is wonderful. They go out of their way to help. They arrive on time and are very thorough with their cleaning. I had them do a deep clean the first time and they took everything out of my kitchen cupboards and wiped everything down. I would highly recommend them to anyone.
ProJanitorial Cleaning 2, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2021
He did an exceptional job. He cleaned up perfectly.
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Reviewed in September 2021
We had Jam tint a large number of our windows in our very sunny home in Dillon. They did a great job and cleaned up afterwards.
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Reviewed in August 2021
It was great working with Bee Organized. They really helped me go through a bunch of chaotic/messy areas and turn them into something that made sense. My laundry room was a disaster and they really created a beautiful and clean working environment. My pantry also had a lot of non food items in...
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Reviewed in April 2019
Caesar and his crew did a fantastic job on our driveway replacement!! His pricing was reasonable and they did the job in one day after getting to us in less than a week after the quote. They left our yard just as clean as before the job started. I highly recommend them to anyone needing concrete...
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Reviewed in May 2018
He cleaned everything including the grout and even offered to clean my air ducts but I did not have time. Quality Cleaning and great customer service. Great experience and a good price. He got back to me in a timely fashion.
GreenLeaf Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2018
Paula and Alex were great to work with. I did not meet the others who helped with the sanding of our floors. They did a good job covering cabinets and openings with plastic. There was only a thin layer of dust in joining rooms (as Paula says, "about a week's worth of dust", which is about...
Royal Surfaces, LLC
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"Keenan installed an air-source heat pump system in our new home in 2017. It ran OK when temps were moderate, but couldn't keep up when temps dropped below freezing. Several promises were made to remedy the situation, but they have now quit responding at all, in spite of numerous phone calls and emails. Although I initially felt they were good for their word, that now appears not to be the case. Avoid."

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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

It can take anywhere from one month to a couple of years for tree roots to grow back in sewer lines. Tree roots can cause extreme havoc on your sewer lines, potentially cracking them and causing untreated wastewater to make its way into the groundwater. Have a landscaping pro remove trees and roots before installing your system, or call a pro to do it retroactively as soon as you can.

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.

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.

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.

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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