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Brags Sewer And Septic
5.0(
14
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Augusta, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bragâ s Sewer & Septic is doing all the right things- quick to respond, polite/courteous, and has a systematic approach to resolving the problem quickly. Tyler called to get some details. We scheduled a time and was here on time. He assessed what to do and got right to work. His actions fixed the issue (jetting the line) quickly. Iâ m planning on some follow-on work to make sure the problem is cured. I highly recommend Brags Sewer and Septic!"
Response time50 mins
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Hilltop Drain & Plumbing
4.7(
119
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Augusta, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had an emergent service call and he responded quickly! There really are plumbers that do 24 hour service calls and answer their phones!!! Really nice plumber! Hard working, pleasant, prompt, gave updated call as he got closer to us and best of all fixed my sewer back up! This one O will keep in my records and if I ever need plumbing service again…definitely calling Hilltop Plumbing!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Phil’s Plumbing LLC
New to Angi
Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Augusta, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

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.

The average cost to snake your main sewer line is around $250 for a simple snake. Most sewer line specialists charge between $45 and $200 per hour for main sewer line snaking, so the time involved plays a major role. The price you’ll pay will depend on the severity of the clog, the item causing the backup, how long it takes to remove the item, and more. A more severe issue that requires unclogging a main sewer line will cost $3,100 on average.

Most blockages can be cleared in 1-3 hours, but severe issues may take longer.

While some chemical drain cleaners with hydrochloric acid can dissolve hair, this method is not recommended as it can also destroy your plumbing pipes. A common DIY alternative is using baking soda and vinegar, which can help break down the clog but will not actually dissolve the hair. The best and safest method for clearing a hair clog is to remove it manually. You can use a drain snake, a straightened wire hanger with pliers to fish out the clog, or have a plumber use a professional auger for more severe blockages.

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.

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