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Last update on July 05, 2025

Top-Rated Sewer cleaners in Ames - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Schaal Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
Schaal Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
5.0(
32
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have an older home with older ductwork. We had Spencer and Brayton out and they cleaned and sealed our ductwork. They did a great job. Professional, great communication, attention to detail. They reduced our air leakage by 86%. We noticed an immediate difference in improved airflow, our cold spots are no longer cold spots. Thanks!"
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Avatar for American Plumbing and Excavating, LLC
American Plumbing and Excavating, LLC
5.0(
2
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"If your needing plumbing work , These guys are who you call, very quick to respond , very honest and not going to break you, If you called another plumber, cancel and call these guys i promise youll be glad you did!!!!! I called at 4 AM in the morning with a backed up sewer. He called me back at 6:40 AM and was to my house by 8:30 AM on a Monday. Within 2 hours everything was assessed the problem, and the solution were found and put in play,,, Thanks again, I wonâ t ever call any other plumber!!!!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Iowa Green Plumbing - Home Facebook
5.0(
1
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

LAt Snakeline Drain Cleaning, we pride ourselves on quality work that customers can believe in. Whether its a residential or commercial project, we can take care of all of your drain cleaning needs. We look forward to working with you!

Clogged Shower
Floor Drain Clogged
Clogged Shower
Clogged Floor Drain
Response time20 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
5,689
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"He was very nice to talk with and repaired our washing machine. He even helped sweep the water out."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Sewer Cleaning FAQs, answered by experts

It can take anywhere from half an hour to a few hours to fix a main line clog, depending on the cause and severity of it. The job should not take more than a day to complete. Keep in mind that the main line is not the same as your home’s sewer lines (which connect to the main line and run to your house). Your city is responsible for any clogs or damage to the main line itself.

Water leaking through your basement floor is a good sign of a clogged drain, but another sign of a clogged basement floor drain can include unpleasant odors coming from the drain. Also, hearing gurgling noises when water drains from the basement or having other plumbing fixtures (like toilets or other drains) backing up is a good indicator.

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

A sewer cleanout typically looks like a white or gray PVC pipe with a removable cap. It's often located either in your yard or basement, depending on your home's plumbing configuration. The cleanout pipe is designed to provide easy access to your sewer system for maintenance and inspections. It may be flush with the ground or slightly elevated, making it distinguishable from other pipes. When you remove the cap, you can access the sewer line directly or determine its direction, which can be helpful when you need to locate your sewer line from your house to the street.

Knowing the signs can alert you to a clogged drain line. Clogs cause slow drainage or cause no drainage (if there’s a complete blockage). You may also notice foul odors, gurgling noises, water backing up in other appliances on the same line, or a poorly flushing toilet. If you experience any of these issues and think your line might be clogged, call a plumber.

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