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Conger Plumbing Inc., dba Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Pitt County
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Washington, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The gentleman that responded was very knowledgeable, friendly and cordial. I believe his name was Cam and this guy I would recommend to anyone looking for assistance with their plumbing needs. Thank you Cam."
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Response time11 hrs
57 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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NuBlue Electric, Plumbing & Air
5.0(
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Washington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Our team of expert technicians specialize in residential hvac repairs and installations such as ac units, furnaces, indoor air quality products, vent/duct cleaning, and much more. We are your HVAC technicians of choice. NuBlue Electric Plumbing & Air is Redefining Service Excellence in the Lake Norman region! \n\nHave an Electrical OR Plumbing OR Air issue? Our NuBlue team can help with those! A one-stop-shop, the NuBlue team is able to take care of all Electric, Plumbing, and Air needs.\n\nVisit our website for coupons and specials!

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BB & J Plumbing Repairs
4.2(
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Washington, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The BB&J owner and team are very professional, personal and listen to what is truly going on and make recommendations. I needed an old tankless water heater replaced. The tankless water heater was uninstalled and a new tankless water heater installed within a couple of hours. If you didn't know better, you wouldn't have known they were there because everything was cleaned up. I highly recommend Jerry owner of BB&J Plumbing. Awesome folks!!"
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

Your home has a few telltale signs of a sewer line problem. If you notice multiple plumbing fixtures (toilet, sink, or shower drains) appear to be clogged, call a plumber ASAP. Also, if water appears in the tub or shower when you flush the toilet, you likely have a sewer line issue. A sulfur (rotten eggs) smell and bubbling or gurgling noises at the drain also warrant a check. And keep your eyes peeled for changes to the yard, such as a new indentation or mysteriously soggy grass.

First, find the cleanout pipe in your yard. Unscrew the cap—you may need a wrench to do so. Then, get a drain snake. You can use a non-motorized one, but a motorized snake will make the job a little easier. Feed the snake through the pipe until it reaches the clog. Spin the snake continuously, but don’t try to feed it through the pipe anymore. Keep spinning until you feel it break the clog apart.

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.

A clogged sewer line is not typically covered by homeowner’s insurance, though some sewer line issues are covered. For instance, damage related to a fallen tree is usually covered. Though sewer line replacement is not covered in a standard insurance policy, some companies offer add-ons for this purpose. Read the fine print before spending your own money.

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