Professional Drain Cleaning & Sewer Services in Barrington, NH

Signs You Need Professional Drain Cleaning

Call Us Immediately For:

• Multiple drains backing up simultaneously
• Sewage backing up through drains or toilets
• Persistent foul odors from drains
• Water backing up in basement floor drains
• Gurgling sounds when using plumbing fixtures
• Complete drain blockage that won’t clear with a plunger

Schedule Service Soon For:

• Slow-draining sinks, tubs, or showers
• Drains that require frequent plunging
• Recurring clogs in the same location
• Water pooling around drains
• Fruit flies or drain flies near sinks

Complete Drain Cleaning Services

Kitchen Drain Cleaning

Kitchen drains face unique challenges from grease, food particles, and soap buildup. Even with a garbage disposal, these materials accumulate in pipes and create stubborn clogs.

Common Kitchen Drain Issues:

• Grease and oil solidification in pipes
• Food particle accumulation
• Soap scum and detergent buildup
• Garbage disposal clogs
• P-trap blockages

Our Kitchen Drain Solution: We use professional cable machines (snakes) and, when necessary, hydro-jetting to remove grease buildup and restore full flow. Chemical drain cleaners often can’t dissolve grease clogs effectively—mechanical cleaning removes the actual blockage.

Bathroom Drain Cleaning

Bathroom drains accumulate hair, soap residue, toothpaste, and personal care products. These combine to create dense, stubborn clogs that resist basic plunging attempts.

Typical Bathroom Drain Problems:

Shower/Tub Drains:

• Hair and soap accumulation
• Body oil and product buildup
• Standing water during or after showering

Sink Drains:

• Toothpaste and soap scum
• Hair in pop-up stopper assemblies
• Jewelry or small items lodged in P-trap

Toilet Clogs:

• Excessive toilet paper
• Foreign objects (especially in homes with children)
• Aging toilet trapways restricting flow
• Sewer line issues causing backup

Our Approach: We assess whether the clog is in the fixture itself or further down the line and use appropriate tools—from specialized toilet augers to professional cable machines—to clear the blockage completely.

Main Line Drain Cleaning

When multiple drains throughout your home back up, or when sewage backs up through floor drains or the lowest toilet, the problem likely lies in your main sewer line.

Main Line Clogs Can Result From:

• Tree root intrusion into sewer pipes
• Collapsed or deteriorated old pipes
• Buildup accumulation over many years
• Objects flushed that shouldn’t be (wipes, feminine products, etc.)
• Grease accumulation from years of kitchen drainage
• Shifting soil or ground settlement affecting pipes

Professional Main Line Service: We use long cable machines (100+ feet) designed specifically for sewer lines. For severe or recurring issues, we may recommend video camera inspection to identify the exact problem location and nature.

Hydro-Jetting Services

The Most Effective Drain Cleaning Technology

Hydro-jetting uses high-pressure water (3,000-4,000 PSI) to scour pipe interiors completely clean, removing not just clogs but also the buildup that causes future blockages.

When Hydro-Jetting is Recommended:

✓ Severe grease buildup in commercial or residential kitchen lines
✓ Recurring clogs that keep coming back
✓ Slow drains throughout the home
✓ Pre-listing home inspections (clears pipes before buyers’ inspections)
✓ Preventative maintenance for problem-prone systems
✓ Tree root removal in sewer lines

Hydro-Jetting vs. Cable Machines:

Feature	Cable Machine (Snake)	Hydro-Jetting
Effectiveness	Punches hole through clog	Completely clears pipe interior
Buildup Removal	Minimal	Removes all coating and debris
Tree Roots	Cuts through roots	Removes roots and inhibits regrowth
Grease	Limited effectiveness	Completely removes grease
Longevity	6-18 months typically	3-5+ years typically
Best For	Simple clogs, first attempt	Severe clogs, recurring issues
Cost	Lower upfront	Higher upfront, better long-term value

Important Note: Hydro-jetting isn’t appropriate for all situations. Older, deteriorated pipes could be damaged by high pressure. We assess your specific situation before recommending hydro-jetting.

Sewer Line Services

Protecting Your Home’s Most Critical Waste Line

Your main sewer line carries all wastewater from your home to the municipal sewer or septic system. When this line fails or clogs completely, the results can be catastrophic.

Sewer Backup Prevention

Proactive Steps We Recommend:

Regular Inspection and Cleaning:
Homes with older sewer lines (30+ years), large trees nearby, or history of backups should have main lines inspected and cleaned every 2-3 years.

Video Camera Inspection:
We use specialized sewer cameras to inspect the interior condition of your sewer line, identifying:

• Tree root intrusion points
• Pipe deterioration or cracks
• Bellied sections where water and waste collect
• Offset joints where sections have separated
• Foreign objects or damage

Root Barriers:
For properties with persistent tree root problems, we can recommend root barrier installation after clearing roots.

Backwater Valve Installation:
In areas prone to sewer backups during heavy rains, backwater valves prevent sewage from backing up into your home.

Sewer Line Backup Response

When Sewage Backs Up Into Your Home

A sewer backup is a serious emergency requiring immediate professional attention. Sewage contains harmful bacteria and creates significant health hazards.

Our Emergency Sewer Service:

1. Rapid response to minimize exposure and damage
2. Professional clearing of the blockage
3. Assessment of cause and damage extent
4. Recommendations to prevent recurrence
5. Guidance for cleanup and sanitization

After Sewage Backup: Professional cleaning and sanitization is essential. Sewage-contaminated materials often require removal. We can provide documentation for insurance claims and recommend reputable restoration companies.

What Causes Drain and Sewer Clogs?

Understanding the Problem Helps Prevent Future Issues

Kitchen Drains:

• Grease and Oil – Never pour grease down drains. It solidifies in pipes.
• Food Particles – Even with a disposal, some foods cause problems (coffee grounds, rice, pasta)
• Soap and Detergent – Combines with other materials to create sticky buildup

Bathroom Drains:

• Hair – The #1 bathroom drain culprit
• Soap Scum – Combines with hair and other debris
• Foreign Objects – Jewelry, toothpaste caps, cotton swabs

Toilets:

• Excessive Paper – Too much at once overwhelms the trapway
• “Flushable” Wipes – Despite labels, these don’t break down and cause major clogs
• Feminine Products – Never flushable; cause serious blockages
• Foreign Objects – Common in homes with young children

Main Sewer Lines:

• Tree Roots – Grow into pipes seeking water; can completely fill the pipe
• Pipe Deterioration – Old cast iron or clay pipes collapse or separate
• Ground Settlement – Can cause pipes to belly or separate
• Years of Buildup – Gradual accumulation of materials reduces flow

Slow Drain Repair

Don’t Ignore Slow Drains

Many homeowners tolerate slow drains for months or years, thinking they’re just an annoyance. In reality, slow drains indicate developing problems that will eventually cause complete blockages.

Why Slow Drains Get Worse:

• Partial blockages catch additional debris
• Buildup continues accumulating around the restriction
• Flow reduction allows more material to settle instead of washing through
• Eventually reaches critical mass and blocks completely

Early Intervention Saves Money: Clearing a slow drain is much less expensive than dealing with a complete backup, especially when backup causes water damage or requires emergency service.

Drain Cleaning Methods: What We Use and Why

Manual Drain Augers (Snakes)

Best For: Most routine clogs in sinks, tubs, showers
How It Works: Flexible cable with cutting head rotates through pipes, breaking up blockages
Effective On: Hair, soap buildup, minor roots, most organic clogs

Power Drum Augers

Best For: Main line clogs, stubborn blockages, commercial applications
How It Works: Motor-powered cable reaches 100+ feet with stronger cutting force
Effective On: Tree roots, long-distance blockages, heavy buildup

Hydro-Jetting

Best For: Complete pipe cleaning, grease removal, preventative maintenance
How It Works: High-pressure water scours pipe interiors clean
Effective On: Everything, from grease to roots to complete buildup removal

Video Camera Inspection

Best For: Diagnosis, recurring problems, pre-purchase inspections
How It Works: Waterproof camera travels through sewer line, recording condition
Reveals: Root intrusion, pipe damage, bellies, offset joints, complete pipe condition

We Match Method to Problem: Not every clog requires hydro-jetting, and simple clogs shouldn’t require camera inspection. We use the most appropriate and cost-effective method for your specific situation.

Preventative Drain Maintenance

Avoiding Problems is Better Than Fixing Them

Kitchen Drain Prevention:

• Never pour grease or oil down drains—let it solidify in a can and discard
• Run cold water while using garbage disposal (solidifies grease so it chops up)
• Avoid putting fibrous foods (celery, potato peels) down disposal
• Monthly hot water flush: boil water and pour down drains
• Use drain screens to catch food particles

Bathroom Drain Prevention:

• Use hair catchers in all tub and shower drains
• Clean pop-up stoppers monthly (hair accumulates rapidly)
• Flush drains weekly with very hot water
• Never flush anything except toilet paper down toilets
• Avoid chemical drain cleaners (they damage pipes and don’t work on many clogs)

Main Sewer Line Prevention:

• Avoid planting trees within 10 feet of sewer lines
• Schedule professional cleaning every 2-3 years for older homes
• Consider video inspection every 5 years for homes with older sewer lines
• Install a backwater valve if you’re in a backup-prone area

Why Chemical Drain Cleaners Don’t Work (and Can Harm)

The Truth About Store-Bought Drain Cleaners

Hardware stores sell countless chemical drain cleaning products, but they rarely work on serious clogs and can actually damage your plumbing:

Problems with Chemical Drain Cleaners:

• Incomplete Clearing: They may open a small channel through clogs, but buildup remains
• Pipe Damage: Corrosive chemicals damage pipes, especially older systems
• Safety Hazards: Can cause severe burns; dangerous if mixed with other chemicals
• Environmental Impact: Harmful to septic systems and water treatment
• Ineffective on Certain Clogs: Don’t work on hair, solid objects, or roots
• Repeated Use Required: Problems return quickly since the root cause remains

Professional Drain Cleaning: Mechanical cleaning physically removes the clog and much of the buildup, providing lasting results without damaging pipes.

Emergency Drain Service

Available 24/7 Throughout Barrington and the Seacoast

Drain emergencies don’t wait for convenient times. When sewage backs up, multiple drains overflow, or you face a plumbing crisis involving drainage, we respond immediately.

📞 Emergency Drain Service: +1 603-751-6529

Our emergency drain cleaning service includes:

• Immediate response to minimize damage
• Professional equipment for effective clearing
• Assessment to prevent recurrence
• Clear pricing before we start work

Commercial Drain Cleaning

Specialized Service for Businesses

Commercial drain systems face heavier use and different challenges than residential systems. We provide drain cleaning services for:

• Restaurants (grease traps, kitchen drains)
• Retail facilities
• Office buildings
• Schools and daycares
• Medical facilities
• And other commercial properties