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Top-Rated Sewer cleaners in Cato - Updated Nov 2026

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The Plumber
3.9(
38
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"They got here when they said they would, finished when they said they would. They did some extra adjusting of fixtures for us. We called them to come back for another plumbing issue that we noticed!"
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Destiny Properties
4.9(
14
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Bill did an awesome job with th French drain and smoothing out the 3 foot vertical edges from my attempt at excavation. His price was very reasonable. I was very satisfied with his work!"
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Do It Right Plumbing Inc
4.6(
381
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Left message and somebody called me back within a couple hours, made an appointment for the next day. Plumbers showed up at right time. Initially tried to unclog drain (we'd already had Roto Rooter out unsuccessfully), but like 20ft of pipes were 60 years gunked up. Provided reasonable quote for replacing all pipe from sink to sewer stack, including installing vent, but as cut into old pipe finally found the main clog. Offered to just replace that part, but had them do the whole thing anyway. Two plumbers were pleasant, constant working, explained stuff to me, and cleaned up the huge and unavoidable mess from the job. Charged exactly what quoted in the end, they were here for over 6 hours, including after-hours to finish up the job."
Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Clean Slate Septic
4.5(
23
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I scheduled an appointment for a Wednesday on a Monday morning. I called to confirm details and was pleasently surprised when they were able to come that Monday afternoon due to a weather related resecheduling of a job. I received a text when they were on route and they arrived on time. They quickly accessed the situation and correctly identified the cause and location of the clogged drain. The Warrens, a father and son run business, were a pleasure to work with. Their communication throughout the incident was excellent. If fact I wil be using their service on additional plumbing work in the near furture."
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Mr Rooter Plumbing of Greater Syracuse
4.1(
26
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had water backing up through the drain in our basement, so I called Mr Rooter assuming that the sewer pipe needed to be snaked or rooted.  Upon arrival, the professional (Matt, I believe) checked everything out and confirmed my suspicion.  He went about his business keeping me up to date throughout the process, and asking questions when needed.  Once the pipe had been rooted, he checked all other water sources (sinks, bathtub, etc.) and their pipes for issues.  Apparently this complimentary service is part of their process.  All in all, I was very pleased.  Matt(?) was very pleasant and knowledgeable, and I would certainly recommend Mr Rooter to others in need.
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Generation Plumbing
5.0(
1
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1920

Free estimates

Generation Plumbing is 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. \n \nNearly 100 years of experience!

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sewer Cleaning FAQs, answered by experts

This depends on the location of the blockage. If the blockage is in your home’s system, anywhere in the system, it is your responsibility as a homeowner. Blockages seldom happen because of items or buildup coming from the city, which means it originates in the home. It becomes the city’s responsibility at the exact point your home’s line distributes waste into the city’s system. The exception is if the problem in your home damages the city lines.  

If used correctly and sparingly, root killer shouldn’t damage your pipes. Make sure to follow the instructions on the back of the bottle or the company’s website to avoid any unintended damages. However, when it comes to copper sulfate, it’s better to avoid it. This type of root killer can damage your plumbing and the surrounding environment.

To get rid of a sewer smell in your crawl space, you’ll have to find the source of the problem. If it has to do with your sewer lines, then repairing the line will help. You may need to make other repairs, like fixing your sump pump or encapsulating your crawl space to reduce moisture. After you make the repair, depending on the issue, you may still need to clean out your crawl space to get rid of the stink.

When hiring a sewer line company, you need to consider more than just the quoted price. Make sure to check that the company or contractor is licensed, certified, and insured to protect you both. Check for positive reviews, and you can even request references for extra peace of mind. 

To find the best contractor, you might also want to consider how long the company has been in business doing sewer line cleaning and if they’ve won any industry awards for their work and service. Review potential contracts closely, and look for transparent pricing.

The best drain cleaners are biodegradable ones or a mixture of baking soda and vinegar. Strong, caustic chemicals may seem appealing with promises of unclogging your drain quickly, but liquid drain cleaners can cause damage to your pipes over time. Consider making your own drain cleaner with baking soda and vinegar.

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