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Q: How do you remove a drain without crosshairs?

• <div><p>If your drain doesn&rsquo;t have metal crosshairs or crossbars, you should use a tub drain extractor. These tools create a grip on the drain so you can turn it using a 1/2-inch ratchet drive, drain key, or wrench. Your drain may not have crosshairs if it's old and broken.</p></div>

Q: How often should a sewer line be cleaned?

• <div><p>A <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-often-should-i-clean-my-sewer-drain.htm">sewer line should be cleaned</a> at least once every 18 to 22 months. The process takes about 30 minutes or up to 5 hours, depending on the size of the line, how easy it is to access, and how long it&rsquo;s been since the previous cleaning. If your sewer line hasn&rsquo;t been cleaned in a couple of years or you don&rsquo;t even know the last time it&rsquo;s been cleaned, it&rsquo;s time to call a pro. </p></div>

Q: How do I maintain commercial plumbing?

• <div><p>Schedule regular inspections, fix minor issues promptly, and ensure proper drainage.</p></div>

Q: How can I prevent drain clogs and blockages?

• <div><p>To prevent drain clogs, perform regular maintenance and cleaning. Avoid disposing of substances like grease or coffee grounds down the sink. Additionally, installing and routinely using drain strainers can help catch debris and prevent blockages from forming.</p></div>

Q: Does homeowners insurance cover sewer backup?

• <div><p>Homeowners insurance usually doesn&rsquo;t cover sewer backups because it&rsquo;s typically an avoidable problem with proper maintenance. The only exception would be if the backup is occurring because of local flooding and only if your city uses a combined drainage system for stormwater and sewage. If that&rsquo;s the case, your policy should cover any resulting damage.</p></div>

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Last update on August 24, 2025

Reviewed in August 2025
Recently hired High-Line Tree Service to remove two massive, hard-to-reach trees from my property—and I couldn’t be more impressed. From start to finish, their team was professional, efficient, and incredibly skilled. These weren’t easy trees to take down, but they handled the job with precision...
Highline Crane and Tree Service
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Reviewed in April 2025
The crew was professional and went right to work. They were very thorough and fast. They cleaned up so you would not know they had been here. I am very pleased with the insulation and the crew that installed it.
RetroFoam of Michigan Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2024
Did a nice job of cleaning up our large lawn of many mature trees. Friendly and reasonably priced.
Marvin's Lawn Care
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Reviewed in October 2024
J and M does some great work! They came to power wash, clean our gutters and even offered to clean our windows! They were professional and very nice fellas, will be calling them back next season!
J&M General Contracting LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
Abe is a professional and competent electrician who explained in detail what the job entailed. The project area was clean and cleared of any materials when completed.
Connection Electric LLC
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Reviewed in June 2022
Very efficient, very clean jobsite when they finished. Very reasonably priced
Skyline Exteriors, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2022
They did an excellent job. Everything was cleaned up in a timely manner. Very respectful, considerate and polite contractors!
Always There Tree Care
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Reviewed in April 2021
I hired Scrappies for clean out services at my home and my father&amp;#39;s home. A four-man crew arrived as scheduled and completed both clean outs exactly as requested. Glad I was able to find Scrappies through HomeAdvisor. The price was reasonable and the services were quick and...
Scrappies Clean Out Services
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Reviewed in April 2021
Very respectful of property and did wonderful job with clean up.
PROGRESSIVE TREE SERVICE LLC
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Reviewed in March 2021
Polite and friendly and neat. Cleaned up before leaving.
Midwest Exteriors & Interiors
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Haines Drains Plumbing and Drain Cleaning Specialist LLC

4.3(

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Serving Sumner, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"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 time7 hrs

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by92%of homeowners

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Mr. Rooter Plumbing Mid-Michigan

3.9(

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Serving Sumner, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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!"

Response time7 hrs

105 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by84%of homeowners

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Haines Drains Plumbing and Drain Cleaning Specialist LLC

4.3(

298

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Serving Sumner, 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

Serving Sumner, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are sewer and drain cleaning specialist we have top of the line equipment to handle any drain residential or commercial. We have over 20 years in the industry.

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Pierson Plumbing & Drain Service, LLC

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Serving Sumner, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

"He was great, very friendly, knew what to do, cleaned everything after finishing the job. Highly recommend"

Response time1 day

Response rate100%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

3.5(

5,688

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Serving Sumner, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"I would tell other that the work they have done has been acceptable. The worker are fine. They clean up after the work is done."

Recommended by65%of homeowners

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J&S Plumbing and Drain Cleaning LLC

New to Angi

Serving Sumner, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time2 days

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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

If your drain doesn’t have metal crosshairs or crossbars, you should use a tub drain extractor. These tools create a grip on the drain so you can turn it using a 1/2-inch ratchet drive, drain key, or wrench. Your drain may not have crosshairs if it's old and broken.

A sewer line should be cleaned at least once every 18 to 22 months. The process takes about 30 minutes or up to 5 hours, depending on the size of the line, how easy it is to access, and how long it’s been since the previous cleaning. If your sewer line hasn’t been cleaned in a couple of years or you don’t even know the last time it’s been cleaned, it’s time to call a pro.

Schedule regular inspections, fix minor issues promptly, and ensure proper drainage.

To prevent drain clogs, perform regular maintenance and cleaning. Avoid disposing of substances like grease or coffee grounds down the sink. Additionally, installing and routinely using drain strainers can help catch debris and prevent blockages from forming.

Homeowners insurance usually doesn’t cover sewer backups because it’s typically an avoidable problem with proper maintenance. The only exception would be if the backup is occurring because of local flooding and only if your city uses a combined drainage system for stormwater and sewage. If that’s the case, your policy should cover any resulting damage.

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