Drain Cleaning in Portland, OR
Sink won't drain? Tub backing up? A Portland plumber clears clogged and slow drains the same day — kitchen, bath, tub, shower, toilet and main lines — with upfront pricing and no overtime fees.
- Cleared in ~1–2 hours
- Snake · auger · rooter
- Flat-rate, no after-hours fee
- No harsh chemicals
Before arranging repairs
Stop using affected fixtures if wastewater is backing up. Keep people and pets away from sewage, and do not mix chemical drain products.
Same-day drain clearing — no chemical cleaners
- Single drain or whole-house main line
- Flat-rate $125–$300 — shown upfront
- Discuss the repair scope before work
- Same-day clearing, mechanical methods only
Drains we unclog — same day
Residential and commercial, one fixture or the whole house.
Kitchen sink & disposal
Grease, food and soap buildup in kitchen lines and garbage disposals.
Bath, tub & shower
Hair and soap scum slowing or stopping bathroom drains.
Toilets
Clogged and overflowing toilets cleared with an auger.
Floor & laundry drains
Basement floor drains, laundry and washing-machine standpipes.
Main-line clogs
The whole-house drain that backs up multiple fixtures at once.
Recurring clogs
Drains that clog again and again — we find and fix the cause.
How we clear your drain
- Diagnose. We confirm which line is blocked and how far down — one fixture or the main.
- Clear it mechanically. A cable machine, hand auger, or root-cutting rooter physically removes the clog — no corrosive chemicals.
- Test the flow. We run water to confirm the line is fully open.
- Camera if needed. Recurring or main-line clogs get a camera inspection so we find the real cause.
Is your clog actually a sewer problem?
If several fixtures back up at once, your toilet gurgles when the sink runs, or water rises in the lowest drain, the blockage is in your main sewer line.
That needs a different fix: sewer line repair or, for grease and roots, hydro jetting. We camera the line to be sure.
Why Portland drains clog
Most clogs come from grease and cooking fats, hair, soap scum, food scraps, and "flushable" wipes that aren't. Portland adds its own twist: many older homes still run on clay and cast-iron laterals, and the city's mature tree canopy sends roots into those lines, especially through the rainy season. Pouring chemical cleaner on these problems just corrodes the pipe — so we clear clogs mechanically and recommend hydro jetting only when buildup or roots call for it.
Flat-rate drain cleaning & $50 off your first visit
Basic snaking is typically $125–$300 — you see the price before we start, same rate any hour. No surprise after-hours fees.
Get your quoteDrain backed up? We'll clear it today.
A Portland plumber can be on the way now — snake, auger or rooter, same-day, no overtime fees.
Local help for Drain Cleaning
From the first call to a clean finish, our Portland plumbers handle drain cleaning with upfront, flat-rate pricing and no overtime fees — day, night, weekends and holidays.
Call (971) 367-8197Drain cleaning FAQ
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How much does drain cleaning cost in Portland?
The price depends on diagnosis, access, parts and the agreed work. Ask what is included in the assessment and request the repair scope and price before authorizing work. Additional restoration or specialist work should be identified separately.
Is a clogged drain an emergency?
A single slow drain usually isn't, but if multiple fixtures back up at once, sewage appears, or a toilet overflows and won't clear, treat it as urgent and call right away — it often signals a main-line blockage.
How do I know if it's just a clog or a sewer line problem?
One slow fixture = local clog. Several fixtures backing up together, a gurgling toilet, or water rising in the lowest drain points to a blocked main sewer line — we camera it to confirm.
Do you offer same-day drain cleaning in Portland?
Yes — same-day and 24/7 emergency drain cleaning across the metro. Most clogs are cleared in a single 1–2 hour visit.
Should I use Drano or call a plumber?
Avoid liquid chemical cleaners — they corrode pipes, damage older joints, and rarely clear a real blockage. Mechanical clearing actually removes the clog.
Why does my drain keep clogging?
Recurring clogs usually mean grease or scale buildup, poor grading, or tree roots in older Portland laterals. If snaking only helps briefly, hydro jetting or a camera inspection finds the cause.
What types of drains do you unclog?
Kitchen sinks and disposals, bathroom sinks, tubs, showers, toilets, floor drains, laundry drains, and main-line clogs — residential and commercial.
How long does a drain cleaning take?
The time depends on the fault, access, parts availability and the work agreed after diagnosis. Ask for the expected repair duration and any follow-up before approving the scope.
What's the difference between snaking and hydro jetting?
A drain snake punches a hole through a clog to get water flowing again. Hydro jetting uses high-pressure water to scour the entire inside of the pipe, clearing grease, roots, and buildup along the whole line — better for recurring clogs. See our hydro jetting page for details.
Other Plumbing Services in Portland
One call covers every plumbing need, anywhere in the metro.
Water Heater Repair
No hot water or a leaking tank? Same-day gas, electric & tankless repair.
Water Heater Replacement
Old or failed unit swapped same day, hauled away and code-compliant.
Water Heater Installation
New tank or tankless installs sized right for your home.
Tankless Water Heater Repair
Flow-sensor, ignition, scale and control-board fixes.
Hydro Jetting
High-pressure cleaning that blasts grease, roots and scale.
Sewer Line Repair
Camera diagnosis and trenchless repair of damaged laterals.
Sewer Line Cleaning
Roots and blockages cleared from your main sewer line.
Sewer Line Replacement
Trenchless pipe bursting or a targeted dig that lasts decades.
Sewer Camera Inspection
HD camera locates the exact problem underground.
Burst Pipe Repair
We stop the flood and repair burst pipes the same visit.
Leak Detection
Non-invasive location of hidden water leaks before they spread.
Slab Leak Repair
Pinpoint and repair leaks under your concrete slab.
Pipe Repair & Repiping
Repair or repipe for copper, PEX and old galvanized lines.
Gas Line Repair
Safe repair and leak-testing of natural-gas and propane lines.
Water Line Repair
Repair leaking or broken main water-service lines.
Frozen Pipe Repair
Thaw and repair frozen, split pipes before they flood.
Faucet Repair
Drips, low water pressure and worn cartridges fixed fast.
Toilet Repair
Clogged, running, leaking and overflowing toilets repaired.
Garbage Disposal Repair
Jammed, humming or leaking disposals repaired or replaced.
Backflow Testing
Backflow testing requirements, scheduling and reports.
Commercial Plumbing
Same-day plumbing for restaurants, offices and retail.
How the repair scope is decided
A plumber checks the affected fixtures, the available cleanout and the history of the blockage. Repeated backups may justify a camera inspection after the line is open enough to inspect.
A cable or other clearing method is selected for the blockage and pipe condition. Hydro jetting may help with certain deposits, but a damaged pipe needs assessment before high-pressure cleaning. Clearing a clog does not repair a broken or misaligned line.
For a recurring clog, ask what was found and whether the proposed next step is cleaning, inspection or structural repair. These services address different problems and should not be treated as interchangeable.
What to have ready before a visit
Note which fixtures are affected, when the problem began and whether water backs up at a low-level drain. Tell the plumber if drain chemicals have been used so the line can be handled appropriately.