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Avatar for S&S Piping and Heat LLC
S&S Piping and Heat LLC
5.0(
66
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"S&S came in assessed the three jobs I wanted to get done and said that they could do them. The work went quickly with little mess that they cleaned up. The bill was reasonable. I am very happy with the work done by S&S."
Metro Construction Design
Metro Construction Design
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Metro Construction Design

+53

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jeff's Drains
4.8(
359
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had had someone else come out who was unable to get through whatever was blocking our sewer line, causing raw sewage to back up into our home! Jeff was very honest and clear about what he would do and what he might be able to accomplish. He arrived quickly since this was kind of an emergency and within 30 minutes he was able to break through the roots, etc that was blocking the line. He was very knowledgable and helpful. Would definitely call him again and would refer him to others."
Response time4 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Neighborhood Drains L.L.C
5.0(
54
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Preston came over in an hour after I first reached out regarding a sewer line blockage (and it was on a Sunday). He quoted a really fair price and worked until the clog was freed. He then did a toilet reinstall for next to nothing. He'll be my go-to for any jobs on the future."
Clear in aisle
Drain cleaning
floor clean out
Main Drain
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drain Frog
5.0(
29
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Don't waste your time with the big overpriced corporate companies. Drain Frog is a ligit company with years of experience. Patrick came very quickly and did a phenomenal job. He was extremely professional and answered all of my concerns. He worked quickly to correct our blockage and we were back up and running in no time. I rarely give a 5 star ratings but this is one company that honestly deserves it. I wouldn't hesitate to use him again and again. Greg S."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate93%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
RNJ Brothers Drain Cleaning
4.8(
9
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Here at RNJ Brothers Drain Cleaning we take great pride in everything we do! With over 25 years of experience, no job is too big or too small! We look forward to building lasting relationships with each and every client! RNJ Brothers Drain Cleaning - we'll get you unclogged! Give us a call today!

Response time1 hour
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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H L Bowman
4.6(
428
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Suddenly, my basement drain was backing up! A friend tried to unclog it, but to know avail. He thought it might have something to do with the sewer line that ran to the street! Right away, I started seeing dollars signs. So, I went on Angie's list and saw the reviews for HL Bowman. Because they were so highly recommended, I went to their website. Immediately, there was a person named Tiera to chat with. I explained my situation and she asked me a few questions. She told me she would have some one call me. I asked if it would be today because there was sitting water in my basement and I was afraid to even flush a toilet! She said it would definitely be today! Within two minutes of concluding the chat, my phone rang. A very courteous person assured me that he could get someone out there today! It was about 8:30 am and he told me that he could have someone by this afternoon and they would call me before they arrived. Around noon, a young man named Clayton called and said he was on his way. When he arrived, he went to basement and checked out the situation. When he came up he said that he thought the clog was in the pipe along the wall going out to the sewer. He brought in a machine and spent approximately and hour and a half trying to open the clog. He then told me that he had called another person from the company to bring a larger machine. Then, Corey showed up with a huge machine and Clayton left to go to another job. Corey was down there for about another hour and half. The machine was much louder than the first one. I was really worried about the cost and the fact that it was taking so long to open. I pictured having to have my lawn torn up and imagining what that would entail, not to mention the cost. Suddenly, he appeared and I tried to prepare for the worst. He looked at me with a smile on his face and said, "it's open". I was so surprised, I am sure he saw the relief on my face. 'He explained that he had to go out 75 feet to the street, and the that the clog was because of tree roots which he grinded through. I knew this machine was probably more expensive to use than the smaller one. So I braced my self and I asked him what the total charge would be! When he told me, I was shocked as that even included the $70 service fee which included up to 45 minutes to diagnose the problem and give me an estimate. But, because Corey had to bring a bigger machine and stay longer than Clayton had estimated, I was sure it was going to be astronomical. Corey said he would figure it out! When he told me the price I could hardly believe my ears. It was half of what I had anticipated! I was thinking about $1,000- $1200! I can't begin to explain how relieved I was.. I would like to say both Clayton and Corey could not have been nicer. Very mannerly, friendly, and polite. When Corey left, everthing was cleaned up! No sewage anywhere. And another thing that I thought was extraordinary, was how unafraid they were of my two pittbulls. They petted them and Corey even told them to stay when they tried to follow him out the door. LOL! And they, listened! I have found my company should I need any future help. It's good to know that there is someone out there who is professional, knowledgeable, and who charges fair prices. It wasn't cheap, but I believe it could have been a lot higher. Family members also thought the price was good. It started out as a bad day, but I had a smile on my face when Corey left!"
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460 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
4.5(
5,404
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Live Your Most Comfortable Life with a Company You Trust. \nWe offer Same Day Service and Next Day Installation! \n \nSila has been the center of delighting homeowners since 1989, with our team of engineers, certified technicians, and system designers that are proud to deliver the highest level of expertise in the HVAC industry. Whether it?s a repair, replacement, installation, or service, we have an unwavering commitment to keeping you and your family comfortable and safe ? season after season. \nWe guarantee satisfaction and are proud to have earned over 7,000 ?A? ratings on Angie?s List and its prestigious Super Service Award!

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+6

42 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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ER Services Plumbing and Heating
3.8(
23
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The young technicians who came to my home to installed the new thermostat and move it to another wall in my home were polite and conducted themselves professionally in my home and cleaned after themselves. I very appreciated Uri suggestion when he recommended to me another alternative at the initial visit and gave me a few quotes to choose from. So I'm very happy with ER service and I would rehired these two individuals back to my home. I will definitely recommend ER to other people in my life."
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Commercial Kitchen Faucet
Bathroom Finish
Boiler Installation
Shower Stall Finish

+21

Response time6 hrs
337 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by10%of homeowners
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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Even with a high-resolution camera, what you're looking at on the screen may not be recognizable to the untrained eye. Your plumber should be willing to walk you through the video and explain what they found. With high-res images, bright lighting, and self-leveling technology, you should get clear, steady views of the pipes that make up your plumbing system.

If you don’t have a sewer cleanout, clearing out clogs can be extremely difficult. You would need to try to clear the clog from sink drains, but it can be harder to reach the clog all the way in the drain line. A sewer cleanout makes it much faster and easier for pros to clear clogs from your main sewer line.

The cost to clean a sewer line is about $370, ranging from about $190 to $550 on average. The specific cleaning method and the problem's severity will impact the project's overall cost. Some of the most common sewer line cleaning methods include:

  • Snaking or rodding: $100–$250

  • Hydrojetting: $350–$600

  • Chemical treatments: $600–$1,000

  • Repair or replacement: $1,000–$7,500

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.

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.

The Cambridge, MA homeowners’ guide to sewer cleaning services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.