Drain cleaning
Slow drain, gurgling, or a backup in the lowest bathroom? We clear it, show you what caused it, and tell you honestly if it will come back.
Symptom, likely cause, our fix
| You notice | Often means | What we do |
|---|---|---|
| One sink or tub drains slowly | Buildup in that fixture's own branch line, like hair, soap, or grease | Clear the branch line with a cable and test the flow |
| Several drains slow at once | A partial blockage in the main line | Cable or hydro jet the main, camera if it returns |
| Gurgling toilets or tub when the washer runs | Air trapped behind a restriction in the line | Locate the restriction, clear it, and check the vent path |
| Water backs up in the lowest shower or tub | Main line blocked, often roots or a collapsed section | Emergency clear, then camera to find the cause |
| Same clog returns every few months | Roots, a sag, or heavy wall buildup | Camera inspection and a written repair option |
Two ways to clear a line, and when each one wins
Cable (snake)
A rotating cable cuts through the clog and restores flow. Fast and effective for hair, soap and most single-fixture blockages.
Hydro jetting
High-pressure water scours grease, scale and fine roots off the pipe wall, leaving the line cleaner and slower to re-clog. Best for main lines and repeat problems, subject to the condition of the pipe.
When the problem is the pipe, not the clog
Many South Orange County homes were built in the 1970s and 1980s. For houses of that age, the pipe between your house and the street is the first place to look when drains keep acting up.
Both can crack, sag, or separate at joints as the ground moves over decades. Cast iron also corrodes from the inside and narrows the pipe.
A bonded tar-paper style pipe that can deform and collapse over time.
Roots follow moisture to the smallest joint gap, then grow into a mass inside the line.
No mystery, no surprise bill
- You call, a person answersWe ask what you are seeing and send a technician.
- We find the clogCable or jet the line and locate where it is stopping.
- We test and show youRun water, confirm flow, and camera the line when it is warranted.
- You decidePrice and options explained before any extra work begins.
What customers say
Great service experience..Timely call back. Arranged same-day emergency work.Jerry, Google review
They were on time, very polite, and got the dirty job done!Nate, Google review
Austin and crew where prompted and did an awesome jobeJody, Google review
Review text is quoted exactly as written on Google. Ratings and review counts change daily. 4.9 on Google, 1,700+ reviews. These reviews are not specific to this service.
Drain cleaning FAQ
Do you really answer 24/7, and is there an extra charge at night or on weekends?
Yes, we take calls around the clock, and there is no night or weekend surcharge. A drain backing up at 11 p.m. gets the same pricing as one at 11 a.m. Call (949) 352-4417 and tell us what you are seeing.
What is the difference between cable cleaning and hydro jetting?
A drain cable (or snake) bores a hole through a clog so water can flow again. Hydro jetting uses high-pressure water to scour the walls of the pipe, which is better for grease buildup and fine roots. We pick the method based on what the line is telling us, and we explain why before we start.
My main line keeps clogging every few months. Why?
A repeat clog usually means something is wrong in the pipe itself: roots coming in at a joint, a sagging section that holds water, or heavy buildup on the walls. Clearing it again only resets the clock. A camera inspection finds the cause so you can fix it once.
Should I use chemical drain cleaners first?
We recommend against it. Harsh chemicals can sit in a stopped line, harm older pipe, and are a hazard to anyone who has to work on the drain afterward. If a plunger does not clear it, call us.
Do I need a camera inspection?
If a drain clogs once, probably not. If it clogs repeatedly, backs up into the lowest fixtures in the house, gurgles, or you are buying or selling a home from the 1970s or 80s, yes. It is the only way to see the pipe.
What is the $75 drain cleaning offer?
It is a special on drain cleaning. Ask for the specifics when you call or book, since access to the drain and the type of clog can affect which job it covers. We tell you the price and the options before any work starts.
Drain backing up? Call.
(949) 352-4417Open 24/7, including nights and weekends, with no after-hours surcharge. Not an emergency? Send the form and we will call you back.
- 23342 Madero Rd, Suite F, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
- California Contractor License #1076015