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Top-Rated Sewer cleaners in Middle River - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Dun Rite Drain Cleaning
Dun Rite Drain Cleaning
4.6(
395
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Middle River, 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."
Ihop shopping center
Ihop shopping center
Ihop shopping center
Ihop shopping center
Ihop shopping center

+20

Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Water Field, LLC
Water Field, LLC
4.8(
133
)
Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Middle River, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Water Field was awesome. This is an old house with many challenges along the way; in other words - this was not a simple hot water heater install. Even with all the challenges, the work was done professionally, and cleanly. I will certainly use Water Field again without hesitation. Quality work, at a very reasonable price!!"
Internal Excavation
Sewer line extention
Gas water heater
Gas water heater
Sewer line replacement

+4

Response time20 mins
Recommended by99%of homeowners
Avatar for Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup - Baltimore
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup - Baltimore
4.2(
662
)
Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Middle River, 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 BFMD, LLC
BFMD, LLC
4.5(
156
)
Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Middle River, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"BFMD is the best sewer line cleaning service I have ever used. Several other contractors insisted that I needed a new sewer line and quoted very high prices. BFMD determined this was not necessary and was able to clear my line completely. Great job, great service, great professionalism, and great honesty."
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+41

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Steve's Monster Plumbing and Drain Cleaning
Steve's Monster Plumbing and Drain Cleaning
5.0(
10
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Middle River, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

We're dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

Water heater installs
Upon arrival
Complete
Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Ensor Plumbing
Ensor Plumbing
4.3(
135
)
Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Middle River, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1961

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Ensor has received a lot of hate here but we had the exact opposite experience. Our main sewer line clogged late on a Thursday night. Jason came and was extremely thorough. He was clean, really respectful of our house, explained everything he was doing and why (I ask a lot of questions), and on and on. Ensor explained all of their charges ahead of time, including the emergency/late night fee. So no surprises at all from that perspective. A definite go-to when we need service again."
Water Treatment System
Radiator Installation
Tankless Water Heater Installation
Well pump
New water treatment Installation

+15

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Sewer Cleaning FAQs, answered by experts

It is generally safe to stay in a house that smells like sewage for a short time, but you should get the problem fixed as soon as possible. While the level of sewer gas is usually low enough to only cause minor symptoms, prolonged inhalation can lead to headaches, nausea, or respiratory irritation. High levels of gas exposure can be more dangerous, and high concentrations of methane—a component of sewer gas—can pose an explosion risk in enclosed spaces. If you smell sewer gas in your home, ventilate the area and call a professional to locate, assess, and fix the problem, as it will not go away on its own.

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. 

Main sewer lines can clog for several reasons. For example, if you regularly dump oil or grease down your drain, it could eventually block your line. Sometimes, tree roots can penetrate and grow inside old sewer pipes, creating a major blockage. Flushing bulky items (like paper towels, diapers, or baby wipes) can also clog your plumbing system.

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. 

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.

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