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Last update on January 08, 2026

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SMC Drain Clearing & More

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SMC Drain Clearing & More

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•Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

SMC Drain Clearing & More is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"SMC Drain Clearing & More came out to my house and quickly cleared a clogged drain, getting everything back up and running in no time. Sean was extremely professional from start to finish—he clearly explained what the issue was, how he was going to fix it, and answered all my questions along the way. The work was done neatly and efficiently, and he made sure everything was cleaned up before he left, which I really appreciated. The pricing was more than fair and absolutely worth it for his experience and quality of work. If you need reliable, honest, and professional drain service, I wouldn’t hesitate to call SMC Drain Clearing & More again."

Michael A on January 2026

SMC Drain Clearing & More is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"SMC Drain Clearing & More came out to my house and quickly cleared a clogged drain, getting everything back up and running in no time. Sean was extremely professional from start to finish—he clearly explained what the issue was, how he was going to fix it, and answered all my questions along the way. The work was done neatly and efficiently, and he made sure everything was cleaned up before he left, which I really appreciated. The pricing was more than fair and absolutely worth it for his experience and quality of work. If you need reliable, honest, and professional drain service, I wouldn’t hesitate to call SMC Drain Clearing & More again."

Michael A on January 2026

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E W Gladden Plumbing & Piping

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E W Gladden Plumbing & Piping

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

E W Gladden Plumbing & Piping

"The gentleman that responded to our call on a Saturday morning was very curtious and professional. He did a wonderful job over the course of two days due to the difficulty of our situation. I will definitely recommend him to anybody that has the same problem as we had."

jessica f on March 2019

E W Gladden Plumbing & Piping

"The gentleman that responded to our call on a Saturday morning was very curtious and professional. He did a wonderful job over the course of two days due to the difficulty of our situation. I will definitely recommend him to anybody that has the same problem as we had."

jessica f on March 2019

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Forbes Plumbing Inc

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Forbes Plumbing Inc

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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

Our plumbers are always available to answer your questions and address concerns about your plumbing system. It’s our policy to present our customers with all of the options available to resolve their plumbing issues. We practice the best plumbing techniques in the industry, and we service all of NE NC and the Albemarle Region. So when you're looking for the best plumbing contractors in our beautiful rural community to fix your well pump, or your toilet overflows, or you have a clogged drain line, or water heater goes out our plumbers can be sent to your family’s home very quickly, no matter where you live in NE North Carolina. Plumbing is much more than just pipes in your bathroom or kitchen. It’s one of the most complicated systems in your home. A small leak can cause thousands of dollars in damage and must be attended to early to avoid damage.

"I have nothing but good things to say about their business. I want to give a great big thank you for helping me in an emergency situation with my septic issue. They fit me in their very busy schedule on the same day I called panicking about what I had going on. Once the tank was pumped, there were other issues that needed immediate attention and were taken care of right then. I was worried about the cost, and ended up with a very reasonable invoice for all the immediate service I received. I would highly recommend Forbes Plumbing & Septic if you want excellent customer and plumbing services at a reasonable rate!"

Melanie V on March 2021

Our plumbers are always available to answer your questions and address concerns about your plumbing system. It’s our policy to present our customers with all of the options available to resolve their plumbing issues. We practice the best plumbing techniques in the industry, and we service all of NE NC and the Albemarle Region. So when you're looking for the best plumbing contractors in our beautiful rural community to fix your well pump, or your toilet overflows, or you have a clogged drain line, or water heater goes out our plumbers can be sent to your family’s home very quickly, no matter where you live in NE North Carolina. Plumbing is much more than just pipes in your bathroom or kitchen. It’s one of the most complicated systems in your home. A small leak can cause thousands of dollars in damage and must be attended to early to avoid damage.

"I have nothing but good things to say about their business. I want to give a great big thank you for helping me in an emergency situation with my septic issue. They fit me in their very busy schedule on the same day I called panicking about what I had going on. Once the tank was pumped, there were other issues that needed immediate attention and were taken care of right then. I was worried about the cost, and ended up with a very reasonable invoice for all the immediate service I received. I would highly recommend Forbes Plumbing & Septic if you want excellent customer and plumbing services at a reasonable rate!"

Melanie V on March 2021

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Total Construction by Dale Lands LLC..

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Total Construction by Dale Lands LLC..

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38 years of experience

We are a full service General Contractor but we also offer many small services to help you with any needs. We do all kinds of new construction from residential to commercial and also offer many maintenance choices from your yard to your roof.

"Communication was great. The house is tall and on a hill. We talked to 3 different companies about doing the work. One company chose not to do it because the house is tall and sits on a hill. Of the other two companies, Total Construction had the best estimate and the people were so nice. I'm so glad they came out to do the work. Each day they cleaned up behind themselves and made it easy for my family to live in the home even though the work was being done. Everything looks so nice now. I know some of my neighbors will be using this company now because they loved watching the work & the outcome!! Great Company!!! Highly recommended!!"

Melynda S on March 2022

We are a full service General Contractor but we also offer many small services to help you with any needs. We do all kinds of new construction from residential to commercial and also offer many maintenance choices from your yard to your roof.

"Communication was great. The house is tall and on a hill. We talked to 3 different companies about doing the work. One company chose not to do it because the house is tall and sits on a hill. Of the other two companies, Total Construction had the best estimate and the people were so nice. I'm so glad they came out to do the work. Each day they cleaned up behind themselves and made it easy for my family to live in the home even though the work was being done. Everything looks so nice now. I know some of my neighbors will be using this company now because they loved watching the work & the outcome!! Great Company!!! Highly recommended!!"

Melynda S on March 2022

ENVIRO TECH

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ENVIRO TECH

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45 years of experience

Enviro-tech is the #1 provider of wastewater and water treatment services in Northeastern North Carolina. Providing peace of mind and best value to every customer, all the time. Guaranteed! Licensed operations, design and construction for residential systems to large commercial projects.

Enviro-tech is the #1 provider of wastewater and water treatment services in Northeastern North Carolina. Providing peace of mind and best value to every customer, all the time. Guaranteed! Licensed operations, design and construction for residential systems to large commercial projects.

CLIMATE EAST AIR COND, HEATING, PLUMBING

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CLIMATE EAST AIR COND, HEATING, PLUMBING

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29 years of experience

We are full service mechanical contracting company from commercial and industrial installs to energy audits on residential homes. We offer sheet metal fabrication, welding, hvac equipment sizing, repairs and maintainance programs for hvac and plumbing systems, marine and residential construction upfits and repairs.

We are full service mechanical contracting company from commercial and industrial installs to energy audits on residential homes. We offer sheet metal fabrication, welding, hvac equipment sizing, repairs and maintainance programs for hvac and plumbing systems, marine and residential construction upfits and repairs.

Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

A sewer cleanout typically looks like a white or gray PVC pipe with a removable cap. It's often located either in your yard or basement, depending on your home's plumbing configuration. The cleanout pipe is designed to provide easy access to your sewer system for maintenance and inspections. It may be flush with the ground or slightly elevated, making it distinguishable from other pipes. When you remove the cap, you can access the sewer line directly or determine its direction, which can be helpful when you need to locate your sewer line from your house to the street.

A sewage smell in your crawl space is usually from a damaged or clogged pipe leaking sewer gasses or actual sewage underneath your home, but there are some other common causes. Moisture, from poor or damaged encapsulation or a malfunctioning sump pump, can harbor mold and bacteria, causing a musty smell. Pests can also get stuck in your crawl space and die, which causes a sewage-like odor.

The cost to repair a main sewer line clog is about $3,110 on average. The average cost range is  $1,310 to $4,950, but it can go as low as $215 and as high as $9,300 or more. The cost factors for this repair include the severity of the clog, pipe accessibility, video inspection, removal method, permits, pipe material, labor rates in your area, and time of year. Repairs made from outside during the winter can be more difficult due to the frozen ground or during the spring if the ground is saturated from a lot of rain and snow melt.

Snakes can occasionally enter homes through shower drains, although it’s quite rare. This can happen when they follow sewer pipes or accidentally find their way into plumbing systems. To minimize the risk, consider installing drain covers or stoppers on your shower drains. Always keep drains closed when they’re not in use, especially in areas where snakes are known to be active.

Your sewer pro will take about an hour to complete your sewer line camera inspection. However, if your home does not have cleanout access and the pro needs to remove the toilet to access the sewer line, the time to completion will take longer. Note that this estimated time does not include the time for repair, drain cleaning, or any other services you may need. 

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