Main Sewer Line Rooter Service
When more than one drain backs up, the main line is usually the problem. We clear it, cut out the roots, and repair it when it's broken, all the way to the street.
What causes it
- Pine and cedar roots growing into clay and cast-iron joints
- Grease and scale narrowing the pipe over the years
- Sags (bellies) where soil has settled
- Broken or offset pipe from ground movement or frost
- Wipes and other items that don't break down
Signs to watch for
- Several fixtures slow or gurgling at the same time
- Water coming up in the tub or shower when the toilet flushes
- Sewage at the cleanout or a floor drain
- Sewer odor inside or in the yard
- Unusually green patches over the sewer line
What you can try first
Stop running water in the house so the backup doesn't get worse. If you can safely find the outdoor cleanout, look for water standing in it. That tells us the blockage is downstream. Don't pour chemical drain openers into a main-line backup. They rarely reach the clog and make the job hazardous.
How we clear it
We clear main lines with sectional cable machines sized for the job and cut out root masses. For lines that keep clogging, we can recommend hydro jetting. If the line is broken, we repair it, including the section in the easement or roadway, because our General Engineering license lets us work there. Most plumbers can't.
Other drain services
Drain Cleaning & Rooter
Professional drain cleaning and sewer rooter service since 1986.
Kitchen Sink Clogs
Grease and food stoppages cleared from the trap to the branch line.
Toilet Stoppages
Plugged and overflowing toilets cleared without damage to the bowl.
Septic Systems
When every drain is slow, it may be the septic system.
Frequently asked questions
Why do roots keep coming back in my sewer line?
Roots enter through cracks and joints. Cutting them clears the line, but the opening stays, so roots regrow. Regular maintenance or repairing the entry point fixes it long term.
Can you repair a sewer line under the street?
Yes. Our General Engineering (A) license allows us to work in the public easement and roadway, which most plumbers aren't licensed to do.
Do I really need a dig-up?
Not always. Call us for a second opinion before agreeing to major excavation. We often find a dig-up recommended elsewhere isn't needed.