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Top-Rated Sewer cleaners in Chevy Chase - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Remedy Plumbing & Drain Cleaning, LLC
Remedy Plumbing & Drain Cleaning, LLC
4.7(
733
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Chevy Chase, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"They were fast to respond, coming out the same day. Charged a little less than others I talked to. Fast, clean, and efficient and the problem was solved. I would use them again."
Response time5 hrs
59 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for DAY & NIGHT PLUMBER LLC
DAY & NIGHT PLUMBER LLC
4.8(
93
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Chevy Chase, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work went well. Lal Zaua was on time (actually a little early), explained the need for a new garbage disposal instead of fixing the current one which had rusted, and cleaned up after himself when the work was done."
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Response time11 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Dun Rite Drain Cleaning
Dun Rite Drain Cleaning
4.6(
395
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Chevy Chase, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sterling came out within the hour and figured out the issue with my sewer drain pretty quickly. He was very professional and personable. I would definitely use them again and highly recommend Sterling and Dun Rite drain cleaning."
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Ihop shopping center
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+20

Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup - Baltimore
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup - Baltimore
4.2(
662
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Chevy Chase, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1935

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

When you need an emergency plumber in Baltimore, MD or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

Roto Rooter- Baltimore
Roto Rooter- Baltimore
Roto Rooter- Baltimore
Roto Rooter- Baltimore
Roto Rooter- Baltimore

+6

Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for Remedy Plumbing and Drain Cleaning
Remedy Plumbing and Drain Cleaning
4.8(
78
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Chevy Chase, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Owner came out promptly when we called for a sewer line backing up into our basement. His quote was better than another we received an hour before, and he had the equipment ready to go immediately. He cleared the blockage and advised us to pursue a video inspection because of a snag in the line (possible rupture in the pipe and/or tree root) that likely contributed to the backup."
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9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Avatar for Dun Rite Drain Cleaning LLC
Dun Rite Drain Cleaning LLC
4.8(
10
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Chevy Chase, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! Sterling was prompt, courteous, and professional in the way he went about the job, explaining each step and telling me up front what the cost of the effort would be. He cleaned the clog and left no mess whatsoever. I would highly recommend his business and would seek his help again for another plumbing problem."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
Righttime Plumbing And Drain, LLC
4.3(
74
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Chevy Chase, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very happy with what Rema did. He came on time, analyzed the problem, and cleaned the clogged drain for exactly what he said it would cost the night before. He was careful, methodical, and very professional. He was also very neat and cleaned up as he worked and after he was finished. He will be the first person I call for any plumbing problems in the future."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Sewer Cleaning FAQs, answered by experts

A two-way cleanout can help if there’s already a clog, but the best strategy to prevent one is by not rinsing grease, oil, or fat down your drains, not flushing or rinsing coffee grounds or egg shells down your drains, flushing only human waste and toilet paper (so no diapers, period products, bathroom wipes, or paper towels), and using drain guards on all of your drains.

If you’re wondering whether rats can come up the toilet, the unfortunate answer is yes, it’s possible, though it’s extremely rare. These rodents are excellent swimmers and can travel through sewer pipes in search of food, and they may follow plumbing lines leading to your home if they’re drawn by the scent of scraps and waste. The toilet’s U-bend holds a small pocket of air, which can help a rat catch its breath before making its final push into your bathroom. While more common in cities with larger rat populations, this can happen anywhere with connected sewer systems; sealing entry points and keeping drains clean can help reduce the risk.

If methods like hot water or a plunger don’t work on your clogged drain, you can snake your drain to dislodge the plug. This can be a messy process, taking some physical effort and additional time over the other drain-clearing options. You can purchase a drain snake at a hardware store and choose from handheld options or those attached to a drill. Just work slowly, and be ready to call a plumber if you’re unable to reach the clog from your drain or P-trap.

Ejector pumps can only push sewage 750 feet or less. That’s because their purpose is to move waste from your home to your sewer line—which is a relatively short distance. Grinder pumps can transport sewage further, but they manage lower volumes of waste than ejector pumps (and they don’t work with septic systems).

There are many things that could cause your basement floor drain to back up. One significant cause of a drainage backup is flushing non-flushable items, such as wipes, paper towels, and facial tissue. Other causes of a backed-up basement floor drain include tree roots impeding the drain pipe or an accumulation of hair, oil, and grease. 

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