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Top-Rated Sewer cleaners in Durham - Updated Nov 2026

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Crisafulli Bros. Home Services
4.7(
73
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Durham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1939

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Brandon came out this morning to assess the issue. He was very polite and professional. Maximus and Jon were my installers. They were professional, polite and got the job done timely. Great guys!"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate86%
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JSP Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
3.8(
34
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Durham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JSP sent 4 men to replace furnace and A/C condenser. All of them were exceedingly courteous, explained what they were doing and overcame obstacles as they arose. The company was also flexible on pricing and has 18 month no-interest financing! Crew was on times d worked hard. True professionals that I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A Real Plumber
4.0(
422
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Durham, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired ?A Real Plumber? through Angie?s List to unclog kitchen sink and main sewer line. They arrived on time and did a thorough job. They were courteous and professional and cleaned up afterward. 
I hired them again to install a sump pump. Again they were on time and very professional and courteous. They did the job in a timely manner and cleaned up afterward.
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Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Rolling Rooter
4.5(
14
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Durham, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Credit card accepted

"I would highly recommend this small business to anyone. We had an emergency backup/clog that caused our plumbing to be unusable. Found this business using Angie's List. Within minutes I was contacted and they were able to come within the hour, traveling 20+ miles. Justin was courteous and thorough. He made sure the main was unclogged and that all avenues of water travel were flowing smoothly. He also gave us some suggestions and things to look for. Great service! Great people! Prompt, thorough, courteous. Reasonable rates! Would definitely call again if we need plumbing/drain service."
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Premier Plumbing & Drain
4.3(
12
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Durham, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Dan was able to come out on a Sunday very last minute to work on a clogged sink for my mom. He was beyond professional during our communication. Not only did he do a fantastic job, he kept me in the loop the whole way through. He was very thorough and clean (my mom is clean/neat freak). I would absolutely recommend him to others and will use him again."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Sewer Cleaning FAQs, answered by experts

Some experts estimate that descaling your cast iron pipes can extend their lifetime by upwards of 50 years, although there’s not a lot of research to prove it. But we do know that without proper maintenance, cast iron pipes can quickly rust—leading to more expensive issues like burst pipes or main line clogs.

Simple blockages can be cleared using household plungers or manual snakes, provided no severe plumbing issues exist.

Roto-Rooter does not charge by the hour, so the quote you get after your in-person consultation should cover the whole project. This includes the time it takes a technician to get to your house and the time it takes to complete the job. For context, a plumber will charge anywhere from $45 to $200 per hour, but you may also pay a service fee or flat fee. 

If you’re wondering whether rats can come up the toilet, the unfortunate answer is yes, it’s possible, though it’s extremely rare. These rodents are excellent swimmers and can travel through sewer pipes in search of food, and they may follow plumbing lines leading to your home if they’re drawn by the scent of scraps and waste. The toilet’s U-bend holds a small pocket of air, which can help a rat catch its breath before making its final push into your bathroom. While more common in cities with larger rat populations, this can happen anywhere with connected sewer systems; sealing entry points and keeping drains clean can help reduce the risk.

You should hire a sewer service professional to unclog a main sewer line with tree roots. Tree roots can grow into the main sewer line, and this problem requires a specialized hydro jet, or rooter, that is powerful enough to clear the roots. The tree can also damage the main sewer line, and a professional will need to make repairs or replace the damaged sections. Sewer line replacement costs about $60 to $250 per linear foot.

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