Our trucks carry the right tool for the job: cable machines for a stubborn fixture clog, and high-pressure hydro-jetting to scour grease, scale and roots out of a main line when the pipe is sound. For recurring or whole-house backups we camera the line first, so you can see exactly what we see before deciding on cleaning, repair or lining. Call +1 (831) 290-4327 for same-day service.
Signs you need professional drain cleaning
- One or more drains empty slowly or gurgle
- Water backs up into a tub or shower when the toilet flushes
- Repeated clogs in the same drain
- Sewer smell from drains or the yard
- Multiple fixtures backing up at once (a main-line clog)
- Standing water around a basement floor drain
What's Included in Our Drain Cleaning & Unclogging
Whatever's clogging the line, we clear it the right way and tell you why it happened. Here's what a drain-cleaning visit includes:
- Diagnosis of whether it's a single fixture branch or a main-line blockage
- Cable augering for fixture and branch clogs a simple snake can clear
- High-pressure hydro-jetting that scours grease, scale, and roots off the full pipe wall
- A video camera inspection when clogs recur, with the footage shown to you
- A clear read on whether the pipe is sound or needs repair — no upsell
- Prevention advice tailored to your home's plumbing and habits
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Our Process
- 1
Locate the clog
We identify whether it's a single fixture branch or the main line by checking how many fixtures are affected and where water backs up.
- 2
Clear it with the right tool
We cable-auger fixture lines and hydro-jet main lines when the pipe can take it — jetting removes grease and scale that a cable just punches a hole through.
- 3
Camera the line when it recurs
For repeat clogs or older clay/cast-iron laterals, we run a sewer camera to reveal roots, cracks, offsets or buildup — and we show you the footage.
- 4
Prevention advice
We tell you what caused it and how to avoid a repeat, from enzyme maintenance to what should never go down the drain.
What Affects the Price
We quote a firm price before we start — no surprises. Several factors shape the cost of drain cleaning & unclogging:
- Fixture branch clog vs. main-line blockage
- Cable augering vs. hydro-jetting
- Whether a camera inspection is needed to find the cause
- Accessibility of the cleanout and severity of buildup or roots
Routine sewer cleaning in the Ypsilanti area is often published around $190–$550; your price depends on the line and method. We quote before we start.
Is It Your Drain or the City's?
When a drain or sewer backs up, responsibility depends on where the problem is. From your fixtures to the connection at the public main, the sewer lateral is your private pipe — and most recurring backups start there. We diagnose the location and behavior of the blockage and tell you exactly what we're seeing, so you know whether it's a private repair or a question for the utility.
- Your fixtures, building drains, and the private sewer lateral are your responsibility up to the public main.
- We camera the line to show whether roots, grease, a sagging belly, or a collapse is causing the backup — and where it sits.
- If the issue points to the public sanitary or storm sewer, we document what we find and tell you whether to contact the City of Ypsilanti, YCUA, or the Washtenaw County Water Resources Commission.
- Ask whether neighboring properties have the same backup, and note the time, weather, and recent rainfall — it helps pin down the cause.
- We never excavate or alter a public connection before confirming permit and utility requirements.
Why Ypsilanti Chooses Us
Drain Cleaning & Unclogging Across Ypsilanti & Washtenaw County
We provide drain cleaning & unclogging throughout Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti Township, Ann Arbor and all of Washtenaw County, plus the surrounding Wayne, Oakland, Livingston and Monroe County communities. Wherever you are, you get the same licensed Michigan master plumbers, upfront pricing, and same-hour emergency response across ypsilanti & washtenaw county. Choose your area for local details:
Drain Cleaning & Unclogging — Frequently Asked Questions
A straightforward fixture clog is modest; a main-line jetting or a job that needs a camera inspection costs more. Published area sewer-cleaning ranges run roughly $190–$550. We give you a firm price before starting.
