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Avatar for Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc
Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc
4.9(
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Just great. Joe called just minutes after my posting and was able to come out within an hour to provide an estimate. The pricing was very good so I asked when he could complete the job, he said now !!! Yahoo. Work was done as soon as he was able to purchase the Rheem tank, very quickly, efficiently, cleanly. What a great experience even considering"
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Response time9 hrs
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Able Sewerage Company
4.8(
41
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1957

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Once they located the main drain line, they did a really job of clearing it out. However, they left the debris from the drain line in the front yard and left deep tracks in the front lawn from their equipment."
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+8

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SewerServ Drain Solutions
5.0(
34
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Frank and Abel were professional and knowledgeable. They explained each step throughout the process of clearing the sewer drain. Current clogging issue has been resolved. Will be using them for yearly maintenance."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
70 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PSP Plumbing and Sewer, Inc.
4.7(
65
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pablo was good to work with very professional and got the job done got my clogged drain in wall back working l definitely have found me a good plumbing company PSP Plumbing & Sewers definitely have my business & l definitely would recommend them to my family and friends"
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Water Heaters Project & gas leak.
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Bathroom Remodel

+25

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Sewer gas in any location can cause eye and respiratory irritation if you’re exposed at low levels, or more severe symptoms if you’re exposed at high levels—but fortunately, the fresh air outside means it’s less likely to affect your physical health. However, sewer smells outside can still indicate significant plumbing problems that will need to be dealt with, such as a potentially damaged sewer line or roof vent pipe.

The type of clog in your sewer main determines the required cleaning method. Different types or methods of sewer main cleaning require various tools like chemicals, mechanical removal, or a combination of both. Some of the most common types of sewer main line cleaning include:

  • Minor debris removal: $100–$600

  • Tree root removal: $100–$1,000

  • Trenchless pipe repair: $60–$250 per linear foot

  • General line repairs: $1,000–$4,000

  • Full pipe replacement: $3,000–$25,000

An active cleaning agent and a drain snake is the best way to clean a main sewer line. You can purchase a regular or enzyme drain cleaner or make a DIY drain cleaner with baking soda. Use your chosen solution at least once a month or as needed to keep your sewer line clear. 

Common drain issues include slow-running drains, whether in a sink or shower, clogged drains, a bad smell, and water backing up into a sink, shower, or bathtub. Causes range from hair, grease, roots, or toilet paper clogging the drainpipes to flooding outside the home, which prevents sewer lines from draining properly.

You should hire a sewer service professional to unclog a main sewer line with tree roots. Tree roots can grow into the main sewer line, and this problem requires a specialized hydro jet, or rooter, that is powerful enough to clear the roots. The tree can also damage the main sewer line, and a professional will need to make repairs or replace the damaged sections. Sewer line replacement costs about $60 to $250 per linear foot.

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