How do I stop sludge buildup in my sewer line?

• <div><p>Your sewer line can get grimy quickly. To prevent sludge buildup in your sewer line, pour a mixture of 1/3 cup of vinegar and 1/3 cup of baking soda down each drain in your home once a month. After about 30 minutes, flush the drain with hot water.</p><p>Some plumbers recommend 3/4 cup of bleach instead to clean any germs and bacteria that may build up in your sewer line. But this won’t break down any active clogs, and it cannot be combined with vinegar, as the mixture will create a toxic, hazardous gas.</p></div>

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Q: Are sewer cameras worth it?

• <div><p>Yes. Sewer cameras are invaluable tools that can help pros safely diagnose problems with your septic system. Without a camera to look into your system, septic issue diagnoses would be a combination of guessing and past experience. However, a camera can help confirm ideas that your pro may already have about what&rsquo;s wrong.</p></div>

Q: What are common causes of commercial drain blockages?

• <div><p>Food grease, soap buildup, paper products, and tree roots often cause serious clogs.</p></div>

Q: Is snaking a toilet different from snaking a sink or bathtub?

• <div><p>Snaking a toilet is similar to clearing sinks and bathtubs, but there are unique circumstances where you&rsquo;d have to drain, disassemble, and remove the toilet to fix the clog. For stubborn clogs in the toilet trap, a toilet auger&mdash;designed with a shorter cable and a protective plastic encasing&mdash;can navigate the tight bends and clear the clog without risking damage to the porcelain. </p></div>

Q: How long does it take to unclog a main sewer line?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;ll take <b>20 to 30 minutes</b> to unclog a sewer line using a drain snake or drain cleaner. If you hire a professional, you should expect them to be on-site for three hours or less. In addition to clearing the clog, they&rsquo;ll do other routine inspections, which adds to the overall time (and cost) required.</p></div>

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Last update on June 24, 2025

Reviewed in June 2025
They did a great job of cutting and removing the trees we needed cut. They also did a wonderful job cleaning up the tree debris.
West River Excavating & Tree Removal
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Reviewed in March 2025
I hired Rylie & Cody to clean inside the home as well as the outside windows once the weather warmed up and they did an amazing job. I would absolutely hire them again.
Spotless Inside & Out LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
Very knowledgeable and dependable. Took down trees and limbs and cleaned up after
Osborne Excavating & Property Maintenance, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2022
Anna is responsible & reliable. She does a great cleaning to my weekend home. Itâ s always a pleasure to arrive after she cleans. Iâ m lucky I found her! We intend to continue working with her in years to come.
Northshire Cleaning
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Reviewed in November 2022
David assisted (did a lot of work) in cleaning up brush, small stumps and cut down some small trees that were growing in the ditch of a private road. Needed to get it cleaned up for snow removal. Very happy with the work that he did and would recommend to anyone.
Shaw Lawncare
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Reviewed in July 2022
Friendly workers. Left the yard clean.
Clear Choice Home Improvements, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2022
Gary did an outstanding job cleaning our chimney and diagnosing other problems we had. We will hire them again for all our chimney care.
Woodchuck Chimney Service, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2022
One time, completed work, cleaned up. Just what I wanted
Atlantic Gutter, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2021
They came on our agreed day and completed the clean up efficiently and had my clean up done within record time. I would use this company again and recommend to others.
The Boys
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Reviewed in March 2021
They did a great job. They not only clean my house, but they also do the laundry for me. Bed covers, sheets, and towels. They fold them and put them in the right places. I was happy and satisfied with their service. I used them 3 times already and will continue to use them.
Maid2Clean
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

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"The called Jayco plumbing in Amarillo, TX. They located my buried sewer line and cleaned out both sewer clean-outs to my new house."

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Here at Simply Plumbing & Heating, LLC, we specialize in all plumbing needs for all residential properties and homeowners. We are known to provide the best in quality of work at great prices. Our integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail set us apart from the rest. Give us a call today; we are happy to provide a free estimate and look forward to speaking with you!

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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Your sewer line can get grimy quickly. To prevent sludge buildup in your sewer line, pour a mixture of 1/3 cup of vinegar and 1/3 cup of baking soda down each drain in your home once a month. After about 30 minutes, flush the drain with hot water.

Some plumbers recommend 3/4 cup of bleach instead to clean any germs and bacteria that may build up in your sewer line. But this won’t break down any active clogs, and it cannot be combined with vinegar, as the mixture will create a toxic, hazardous gas.

Yes. Sewer cameras are invaluable tools that can help pros safely diagnose problems with your septic system. Without a camera to look into your system, septic issue diagnoses would be a combination of guessing and past experience. However, a camera can help confirm ideas that your pro may already have about what’s wrong.

Food grease, soap buildup, paper products, and tree roots often cause serious clogs.

Snaking a toilet is similar to clearing sinks and bathtubs, but there are unique circumstances where you’d have to drain, disassemble, and remove the toilet to fix the clog. For stubborn clogs in the toilet trap, a toilet auger—designed with a shorter cable and a protective plastic encasing—can navigate the tight bends and clear the clog without risking damage to the porcelain.

It’ll take 20 to 30 minutes to unclog a sewer line using a drain snake or drain cleaner. If you hire a professional, you should expect them to be on-site for three hours or less. In addition to clearing the clog, they’ll do other routine inspections, which adds to the overall time (and cost) required.

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