Clogged Sewer & Main Line
Clogged Sewer Line? Same-Day Help in Greater Boston.
Cabling, hydro jetting, and camera verification for a clogged sewer line or clogged main line — across Boston, Greater Boston & the South Shore. 24/7 emergency service. Owner-operated, fully insured.
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Clogged sewer line or clogged main line? Mr. Drain Inc. clears main sewer line backups same-day across Boston, Greater Boston, and the South Shore. We cable or jet the line, then camera-verify it's clean — flat written pricing, 24/7 emergency dispatch, family-owned since 1993. Call (617) 262-0303.
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Signs your sewer line is clogged.
When two or more fixtures act up at the same time, the problem isn't any one drain — it's the line they all share. That's a clogged main line, and every drop of water added behind it makes the backup worse. Stop using water and call.
- Multiple drains slow or backed up at once
- Water in the tub or shower when you flush
- Gurgling from drains when the washer runs
- Sewage at the basement floor drain
- Sewer smell inside or in the yard
- Toilet that backs up no matter what you flush
How we clear a clogged sewer line
Locate & open the sewer cleanout
Cable or jet to restore flow
Camera the line to find the cause
Hydro jet roots, grease & scale
Pre- and post-work written report
24/7 emergency dispatch when needed
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Clogged Sewer Line FAQs
How do I know if my sewer line is clogged?
The classic signs of a clogged sewer line: multiple drains slow or backed up at the same time, water in the tub or shower when you flush the toilet, gurgling from drains when you run the washer, and sewage at the basement floor drain. One slow drain is usually a branch-line problem; two or more at once is the main sewer line.
What causes a clogged main line?
Tree roots intruding through joints, mineral scale and rust in old cast iron, grease and soap buildup, paper accumulation, broken or bellied pipe sections, and occasionally foreign objects (toys, wipes). In Greater Boston, roots and scale in older cast iron and clay laterals are by far the most common.
Can I fix a clogged sewer line myself?
No. Main sewer line clearing requires a sewer-sized cable machine or a truck-mounted hydro jetter — not a hand snake. Store-bought drain chemicals won't reach the main line and won't dissolve roots or scale even if they did. Stop using water and call a drain professional today.
How much does it cost to clear a clogged sewer line in Greater Boston?
Cabling a residential clogged main line typically runs $295–$650 depending on access and severity. Hydro jetting runs $450–$900 and is the right call when the line keeps clogging or the camera shows grease, scale, or roots. Flat written pricing before any work begins.
Should the sewer line be cameraed after clearing?
Yes — almost always. A camera inspection after a clogged main line clear shows whether the clog was from roots, scale, grease, or pipe damage, and whether you need follow-up jetting, descaling, or repair. Skipping the camera is how a clogged sewer line becomes a recurring problem.
Is a clogged sewer line an emergency?
Yes, if water or sewage is backing up into the house. Every drop of water added to the system makes the backup worse. Stop using water (no flushing, dishes, laundry, showers) and call for emergency service. Otherwise, get it cleared the same day before it escalates.