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Cyr's Home Services
4.7(
72
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Appleton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They helped out in a difficult situation with quick response and professional work. I would recommend to anyone needing septic pump issues. Thanks to Troy and his crew."
Response time8 hrs
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Hilltop Drain & Plumbing
4.7(
119
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Appleton, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hilltop Drain and Plumbing came to declog the main sewer drain that had backed up in our basement and had started to flood. It was pretty expensive but they did a good job and their response time was quick. $975 for 3 hours emergency plumbing on a Saturday evening. I would hire them again especially since plumbers in Maine seem to be going extinct."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

If the toilet is overflowing but there’s no clog, that’s a sign that the issue is deeper in the system, and plunging may not help. A blockage in your home’s plumbing, the plumbing vent, or even city sewer lines can cause toilets to overflow. The issue could also be the toilet itself if the filler float isn’t set to the correct height or if parts are damaged or worn out.

As a preventative measure, hydro jetting should be done every one to two years. However, the best practice is to hydro jet your sewer line once per year. The ideal frequency depends on several factors, including the age and condition of your pipes, how prone they are to clogging, how often the sewer line is used, and the type of waste disposed of in the system. If you frequently experience clogs or are unsure, it's best to ask a licensed plumber for a recommendation specific to your plumbing system.

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.

Unlike regular cleanings, snaking your sewer line should be done as needed. There’s no reason to snake your sewer line if you don’t have any noticeable issues, like slow drainage or plugged drains. You can add it to your regular sewer cleaning checklist as a prevention method (on the same 18- to 22-month schedule), but it’s not always necessary. 

Grease buildup, tree roots, and foreign objects often cause blockages. Regular maintenance prevents major issues.

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