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Mr. Rooter Plumbing Mid-Michigan
3.9(
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Big Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

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"Fast service and knowledgeable expert. The cost was a little high but honestly, the guy had to carry a half full water heater up my basement stairs alone because it wouldnâ t drainâ ¦ so Iâ m definitely not complaining!"
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Response time7 hrs
104 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Pines Plumbing, LLC
5.0(
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Big Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Customers say: Quick response

"We were in desperate need of a plumber to resolve some major septic tank and sewer line repairs due to clogs. Pines Plumbing was in incredibly effective and efficient. Zach is truly a Master Plumber, in title AND action. We had no idea just how serious our issues were! Zach showed us how he would inspect, test, and resolve our plumbing problems. He worked tirelessly until all was well again. We wholeheartedly recommend Pines Plumbing for any and all plumbing needs. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Joseph Strube, Reed City, Michigan."
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Response time1 hour
Response rate100%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Haines Drains Plumbing and Drain Cleaning Specialist LLC
4.3(
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Big Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The guys from Haines Drains were very polite and professional. They and did an awesome job removing roots from my sewer line and verified their work with a camera. They then followed up with steam cleaning and chemical treatment to prevent future root growth. Would highly recommend this company!"
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Pierson Plumbing & Drain Service, LLC
5.0(
4
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Big Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

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.

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CASTLE’S GENERAL SERVICES, LLC
5.0(
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Big Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed my yearly furnace service done and Castles General Services didn’t only do the service for an amazing price but he cleaned all of my ductwork and registers for free! I recommend this company to everyone in the Cadillac area! Thank you so much!!!!"
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NRE Excavating
4.1(
14
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Big Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

Over here at Middle Branch Excavation we specialize in everything between Driveways,Demolition,Ponds,Retaning Walls, and Site Prep. What makes our company so great is we are a family grown business well known around our community for our hard and dedicated work to the customer we are serving. With the most friendly staff in the field we can assure your job will get done on time and free of hassle. Us over here at Middle Branch Excavation are a locally owned and operated business with 10+ years in the business. We can promise that if your choose us at Middle Branch Excavation your job will get done right and you will have a great experience!

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Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Sewer Cleaning questions, 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.

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.

Depending on the home, wastewater either goes into a septic tank and seeps back into the backyard or is sent via sewer system to a local sewage-treatment plant. Septic systems naturally separate different components of the waste so that it can naturally and safely disperse it. They are usually reserved for homes not served by a municipal sewage department (like rural homes). A treatment plant, on the other hand, speeds up that process through screening and purification.

Snaking a drain can take as little as a few minutes for small, simple clogs, up to two hours or more for tough clogs located further down the drain line. For tougher clogs, a professional drain cleaner can likely get the job done much more quickly because they have the necessary tools and expertise. However, your drain cleaning pro might not be able to give you a firm time estimate until inspecting the clog and its surrounding plumbing.

The type of clog in your sewer main determines the required cleaning method. Different types or methods of sewer main cleaning require various tools like chemicals, mechanical removal, or a combination of both. Some of the most common types of sewer main line cleaning include:

  • Minor debris removal: $100–$600

  • Tree root removal: $100–$1,000

  • Trenchless pipe repair: $60–$250 per linear foot

  • General line repairs: $1,000–$4,000

  • Full pipe replacement: $3,000–$25,000

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