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Rooter-Man
4.2(
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Prompt service. Very professional and friendly. Bill cleaned up his work area and left as if he had never been there, except now I no longer have a plumbing problem!"
Response time4 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Crisafulli Bros. Home Services
4.7(
72
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Schenectady, 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%
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TPK LLC
5.0(
4
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"TPK LLC did an amazing job unclogging my kitchen drain. They were professional, quick, and got everything flowing perfectly again. Great communication, fair pricing, and excellent service. Highly recommend!"
Bathroom toilet and sink
Bathroom toilet and sink
Bathroom toilet and sink
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Life's Draining
4.4(
74
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service! Arrived on time and was very professional - explained the issue fully and what needed to be done to correct my clogged sewer line. Took care of my problem and guaranteed work for 30 days!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

The cost to unclog a drain varies based on the location and severity of the clog. For simple clogs within your home, such as in a sink, toilet, or shower, hiring a plumber typically costs between $110 and $350, with an average of around $200. Snaking a toilet or sink usually costs between $110 and $275, while a bathtub or shower clog costs about $225.

For a more serious clog in the main sewer line, the cost is higher. Clearing a main line clog generally costs between $200 and $600, with an average of about $380. However, prices can range from as low as $100 for snaking a minor clog to over $1,600, particularly if advanced methods like video inspection and hydrojetting are needed for a large or hard-to-reach blockage. Some severe main line clogs can cost upwards of $1,000 to clear depending on factors like the cause of the clog, its distance from an accessible cleanout, and whether the pipe is located beneath an occupied space (e.g., in an apartment building). You may be able to save money on minor clogs by using a drain snake or bladder yourself.

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

Bleach isn’t likely to help unclog a sewer line. Bleach isn’t useful in this situation because it won’t dissolve the grime and debris in the clog. Instead, you want to use ingredients that will have a chemical reaction to clear out the buildup, like vinegar or salt and baking soda.

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.

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.

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