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Last update on November 14, 2025

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A1 Sewer & Drain Plumbing & Water Heaters

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A1 Sewer & Drain Plumbing & Water Heaters

4.28(
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Customers say: Quick response
219 local quotes requested
38 years of experience

A1 Sewer & Drain Plumbing & Water Heaters, a Groundworks Company, celebrating over 35 years of service! Trust, transparency, and quality service at a fair price are at the core of A-1 Sewer & Drain. We offer residential and commercial plumbing, drain cleaning, and installations for gas lines, water lines, sewer lines, and water heaters. We offer 24/7, emergency service year-round, since sewer and drain problems can arise at any time.

"Jarrod was awesome he really worked with us to figure out the problem with our well. Would definitely recommend to anyone that needs plumbing services."

William O on November 2025

A1 Sewer & Drain Plumbing & Water Heaters, a Groundworks Company, celebrating over 35 years of service! Trust, transparency, and quality service at a fair price are at the core of A-1 Sewer & Drain. We offer residential and commercial plumbing, drain cleaning, and installations for gas lines, water lines, sewer lines, and water heaters. We offer 24/7, emergency service year-round, since sewer and drain problems can arise at any time.

"Jarrod was awesome he really worked with us to figure out the problem with our well. Would definitely recommend to anyone that needs plumbing services."

William O on November 2025

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Drake Plumbing

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Drake Plumbing

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1 years of experience

Drake Plumbing is your reliable neighborhood plumber, dedicated to providing top-notch plumbing services to residential and commercial customers. With over 15 years of experience, we are equipped to handle all plumbing issues, from minor leaks to complex installations. Our unwavering commitment to quality ensures that every job is completed to the highest standards, guaranteeing the utmost satisfaction for our valued customers.

"Joe was outstanding!!! Very professional. Clean & respectful. Knowledgeable expert of his trade"

Jason C on November 2024

Drake Plumbing is your reliable neighborhood plumber, dedicated to providing top-notch plumbing services to residential and commercial customers. With over 15 years of experience, we are equipped to handle all plumbing issues, from minor leaks to complex installations. Our unwavering commitment to quality ensures that every job is completed to the highest standards, guaranteeing the utmost satisfaction for our valued customers.

"Joe was outstanding!!! Very professional. Clean & respectful. Knowledgeable expert of his trade"

Jason C on November 2024

NoVa Lining Co., LLC

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NoVa Lining Co., LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

NoVa Lining Co., LLC offers sanitary sewer and drain rehabilitation via cured-in-place-pipe (CIPP).

"Although they are becoming known for their support of major government contracts, NOVA Lining took care of a problem for my family that could have been potentially tens of thousands of dollars if not for their problem solving. They combine the smartest minds in the industry with all of state of the art equipment and the work ethic to stay at it until a solution is found and implemented. I am go grateful for having found them. I recommend them strongly for all sized projects. This is a top tier company."

Pete L on January 2018

NoVa Lining Co., LLC offers sanitary sewer and drain rehabilitation via cured-in-place-pipe (CIPP).

"Although they are becoming known for their support of major government contracts, NOVA Lining took care of a problem for my family that could have been potentially tens of thousands of dollars if not for their problem solving. They combine the smartest minds in the industry with all of state of the art equipment and the work ethic to stay at it until a solution is found and implemented. I am go grateful for having found them. I recommend them strongly for all sized projects. This is a top tier company."

Pete L on January 2018

Big Sky Rents & Events

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Big Sky Rents & Events

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14 years of experience

Big Sky Rents & Events takes the stress and frustration out of your party and equipment rental needs. Big Sky’s storefront is in Danville, Virginia, however we are in a prime location to serve the wide, surrounding area. No job is too big or small, Big Sky is ready to help you do it all! More information is listed on our website www.bigskyrents.com

Big Sky Rents & Events takes the stress and frustration out of your party and equipment rental needs. Big Sky’s storefront is in Danville, Virginia, however we are in a prime location to serve the wide, surrounding area. No job is too big or small, Big Sky is ready to help you do it all! More information is listed on our website www.bigskyrents.com

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James Water Damage Restoration LLC

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James Water Damage Restoration LLC

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16 years of experience

Our goal is your satisfaction please let us take care of your property and you will be on good hands call today for a Free estimate.

Our goal is your satisfaction please let us take care of your property and you will be on good hands call today for a Free estimate.

H&D Handyman Service's Llc

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H&D Handyman Service's Llc

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26 years of experience

we are a native American family owned and operated business. quality and professionalism at its best.we accept checks, money orders, all credit card's.If you mention you saw us on angieslist. you will get a 20% discount.

we are a native American family owned and operated business. quality and professionalism at its best.we accept checks, money orders, all credit card's.If you mention you saw us on angieslist. you will get a 20% discount.

Burgess Plumbing Inc.

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Burgess Plumbing Inc.

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Customers say: True professional
22 years of experience

Burgess Plumbing is a full service plumbing contractor. We specialize in new construction, remodeling, service and repair work, water treatment, well pumps, water softeners and boilers. We also offer after hours service. We have our own backhoe service, we replace water and sewer lines and do drain cleaning.

Burgess Plumbing is a full service plumbing contractor. We specialize in new construction, remodeling, service and repair work, water treatment, well pumps, water softeners and boilers. We also offer after hours service. We have our own backhoe service, we replace water and sewer lines and do drain cleaning.

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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Costs range from $200 to $600, depending on the severity of the blockage and access difficulty.

Thankfully, it’s pretty rare to find a rat in your toilet. It’s more likely in larger cities with big sewer systems that can be feeding grounds for rats, but even then, you still shouldn’t fret. 

“I wouldn’t worry too much about rats coming up through the sewers,” Bradshaw says. “I’d say only one out of a thousand rodent customers we get actually have this problem. And of the 20 or some customers that have had this happen, they’ve all only had just one rat come up this way.”

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.

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.

If methods like hot water or a plunger don’t work on your clogged drain, you can snake your drain to dislodge the plug. This can be a messy process, taking some physical effort and additional time over the other drain-clearing options. You can purchase a drain snake at a hardware store and choose from handheld options or those attached to a drill. Just work slowly, and be ready to call a plumber if you’re unable to reach the clog from your drain or P-trap.

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