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Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line in Colorado Springs, CO

Compare 6 local drain cleaning & sewer line pros. Typical service: $142–$427.

Top Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line Companies in Colorado Springs

  1. 1.Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Colorado Springs

    4.8★ (2,705 reviews)

    4.8★ from 2705 reviews

  2. 2.Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

    4.6★ (2,575 reviews)

    4.6★ from 2575 reviews

  3. 3.Leo's Sewer & Drain Inc.

    4.5★ (959 reviews)

    4.5★ from 959 reviews

  4. 4.Bill's Plumbing & Drain Service

    4.9★ (365 reviews)

    4.9★ from 365 reviews

  5. 5.Pro Power Rooter

    4.9★ (309 reviews)

    4.9★ from 309 reviews

  6. 6.Alphalete Plumbing & Drain

    4.8★ (312 reviews)

    4.8★ from 312 reviews

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line Cost in Colorado Springs

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Colorado Springs
Drain clearing$142–$427/job
Main sewer line snaking$190–$474/job
Hydro jetting$332–$853/job
Sewer camera inspection$119–$569/job

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line prices in Colorado Springs run about 5% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 6 companies serving Colorado Springs, rated 4.7★ on average across 7,225 customer reviews.

Colorado Springs Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Colorado Springs's weather means for scheduling drain cleaning & sewer line.

Last spring frost
May 4
First fall frost
October 3
Annual precipitation
16.54"
Heating degree days
6,292
Cooling degree days
455
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan17.7°43.2°0.32"
Feb19.5°44.8°0.34"
Mar26°52.1°1"
Apr33.3°59.8°1.42"
May42.7°69.1°2.03"
Jun51.3°79°2.5"
Jul56.9°84.8°2.84"
Aug55.7°81.6°3.34"
Sep47.3°74.5°1.19"
Oct35.8°63°0.82"
Nov25.2°51°0.4"
Dec17.5°42.1°0.34"

NOAA station data 5.56 miles from Colorado Springs.

Permits & Regulations in CO

Permit typically required

  • Colorado licenses plumbers statewide through the DORA State Plumbing Board, unlike its HVAC and roofing trades which are licensed locally
  • A journeyworker plumber needs up to 6,800 hours of practical experience and a master plumber 8,500 hours
  • A state plumbing permit must be obtained before plumbing is installed, and is valid for one year from issue

License required: Colorado State Plumbing Board license (journeyworker, master or plumbing contractor)

Sources: dpo.colorado.gov

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line FAQs for Colorado Springs

How much does drain cleaning cost in Colorado Springs?

Clearing a clogged drain in Colorado Springs typically runs $142-$427; main sewer lines and hydro jetting cost more.

How many drain cleaning companies serve Colorado Springs?

We track 6 drain cleaning and sewer specialists serving Colorado Springs.

Is drain cleaning in Colorado Springs more expensive than average?

Drain cleaning in Colorado Springs runs about -5.2% versus the national average.

Why do sewer lines back up in Colorado Springs after heavy rain?

Colorado Springs gets about 16.54 inches of precipitation a year. Groundwater entering cracked or root-invaded sewer lines is a common cause of backups after storms.

Can pipes freeze and clog in Colorado Springs winters?

With lows near 18F in Colorado Springs, exposed drain and vent lines can freeze; grease also hardens faster in cold pipes, which is why kitchen drain clogs rise in winter.

Do I need a permit for sewer line work in Colorado Springs, CO?

In CO, Colorado licenses plumbers statewide through the DORA State Plumbing Board, unlike its HVAC and roofing trades which are licensed locally. Clearing a clog needs no permit, but excavating or replacing a sewer line in Colorado Springs generally does.

Should I get a camera inspection in Colorado Springs?

For repeat clogs, yes: a camera inspection in Colorado Springs shows whether roots, a belly or a collapse is the cause before paying $142-$427 for another clearing.

When do tree roots cause the most drain problems in Colorado Springs?

Roots grow toward sewer lines most actively in the growing season, which in Colorado Springs runs roughly from May 4 to October 3.