How Frequently Should I Clean My Sewer Lines?

Ideally, you should clean your sewer lines at least once every couple of years. However, we recommend more frequent cleaning for high-volume restaurants and other food service businesses. You should also schedule regular checks and cleanings if your lines are old or prone to root intrusions.

Can You Remove Tree Roots From Sewer Lines?

Yes. We can use hydro jetting to clear roots and other debris from your lines. It’s safe and eco-friendly, but it’s also incredibly effective.

My Sewer Lines are Blocked, What Should I Do?

Call Mr. Rooter®. We will schedule a visit at a suitable time and will begin with a thorough assessment and diagnosis.

Sewer Line Cleaning in Chesapeake, VA

If you have repeat blockages and frequent backups, call Mr. Rooter® for professional sewer line cleaning in Chesapeake, VA. We equip our technicians with a variety of high-tech tools to thoroughly clean your sewer line, including hydro jetting to remove stubborn blockages.

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Why Your Sewer Lines are Blocked

Grease buildup is a common problem. Fat, oil, and grease slide down the drain, solidify, and grow into a stubborn blockage that a simple drain auger can’t remove.
Those wipes may say they’re flushable, but unfortunately, that’s not always the case. The more hygiene products you flush, the bigger those blockages become. Soap scum, hair, and even toothpaste residue can also build up and block your drains.
If your sewer lines are near any large root systems, the blockage may be the result of root intrusions. It occurs when tree roots snake through pipes in search of moisture. Eventually, they may crack those pipes and weaken the structure.
Poorly fitted pipes are more prone to blockages. If your home was built over 30 years ago, you may have aging, corroded pipes that accumulate sediment. We’ll inspect your pipes to assess the condition and may then recommend a sewer drain cleaning service.

How Do You Know if Your Sewer Lines are Blocked?

The most obvious sign that you need a main sewer line cleaning is that you have multiple drains backing up. A backup in one drain indicates a localized problem. If it happens across multiple fixtures, there could be a deeper problem.

You may notice unpleasant odors throughout the home and near access points. Organic matter decays. Whether it’s grease, fat, or food, if it’s stuck in your drains, it will decay and smell.

Slow drainage is also common. The blockage is preventing full and free flow, so drainage slows.

Advanced Sewer Cleaning in Chesapeake, VA, with Mr. Rooter®

Our technicians always assess your pipes before conducting a cleaning. They won’t do anything until they know the condition of your pipes, as well as the location/cause of the blockage. Once we have this information, we’ll recommend our clogged sewer line repair service and provide you with an upfront quote.

For minor clogs, we use drain snaking—a mechanical method of breaking up the blockage. Larger blockages may require high-pressure hydro jetting, which blasts water at up to 4,000 PSI at the blockage to clear it and clean the pipes.

Why Should You Use Us for Sewer Backup Cleaning in Chesapeake?

Homeowners have trusted in Mr. Rooter® for all their plumbing needs since the 1970s. We’re professional and prompt, with a team of trained, experienced, insured, and licensed technicians. We’re also communicative—we always keep the customer in the loop.

We won’t do any work without discussing it with you first, and our upfront quotes mean you’ll always know the cost before the work begins.

So, for reliable, prompt sewer line cleaning in Chesapeake, VA, trust in Mr. Rooter®.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ideally, you should clean your sewer lines at least once every couple of years. However, we recommend more frequent cleaning for high-volume restaurants and other food service businesses. You should also schedule regular checks and cleanings if your lines are old or prone to root intrusions.
Yes. We can use hydro jetting to clear roots and other debris from your lines. It’s safe and eco-friendly, but it’s also incredibly effective.
Call Mr. Rooter®. We will schedule a visit at a suitable time and will begin with a thorough assessment and diagnosis.

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