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Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line in Atlanta, GA

Compare 6 local drain cleaning & sewer line pros. Typical service: $137–$412.

Top Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line Companies in Atlanta

  1. 1.Atlantis Plumbing

    4.9★ (2,823 reviews)

    4.9★ from 2823 reviews

  2. 2.ClearDrain Atlanta Plumber

    4.9★ (38 reviews)

    4.9★ from 38 reviews

  3. 3.Talon Plumbing

    4.1★ (75 reviews)

    4.1★ from 75 reviews

  4. 4.Sea Plumbing Atlanta

    5.0★ (7 reviews)

    5.0★ from 7 reviews

  5. 5.Sid's Sewer & Drain

    3.9★ (7 reviews)

    3.9★ from 7 reviews

  6. 6.Atlanta Plumbing Sewer Drain Cleaning

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line Cost in Atlanta

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

ServiceTypical range in Atlanta
Drain clearing$137–$412/job
Main sewer line snaking$183–$458/job
Hydro jetting$320–$824/job
Sewer camera inspection$114–$549/job

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line prices in Atlanta run about 9% 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 Atlanta, rated 4.6★ on average across 2,952 customer reviews.

Atlanta Climate & Seasonal Timing

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

Last spring frost
March 26
First fall frost
November 10
Annual precipitation
51.17"
Heating degree days
2,880
Cooling degree days
1,744
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan33.1°53.1°4.27"
Feb35.4°57.2°4.9"
Mar41.9°65.3°4.81"
Apr49°73°3.74"
May58°80.6°3.77"
Jun66.4°86.9°4.13"
Jul70.1°89.5°5.06"
Aug69.6°88°4.74"
Sep62.3°83.3°3.98"
Oct51.5°73.5°3.61"
Nov42°64°4.17"
Dec35.1°54.5°3.99"

NOAA station data 5.94 miles from Atlanta.

Permits & Regulations in GA

Permit typically required

  • Plumbing is licensed by the Division of Master and Journeyman Plumbers under the Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board
  • Georgia issues master and journeyman plumber licenses separately, with Class I and Class II master licenses distinguished by project scope
  • Licensing qualifications are set by Rule 121-2-.02 of the State Construction Industry Licensing Board

License required: Georgia Master Plumber license (Class I or Class II)

Sources: sos.ga.gov

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line FAQs for Atlanta

How much does drain cleaning cost in Atlanta?

Clearing a clogged drain in Atlanta typically runs $137-$412; main sewer lines and hydro jetting cost more.

How many drain cleaning companies serve Atlanta?

We track 6 drain cleaning and sewer specialists serving Atlanta.

Is drain cleaning in Atlanta more expensive than average?

Drain cleaning in Atlanta runs about -8.5% versus the national average.

Why do sewer lines back up in Atlanta after heavy rain?

Atlanta gets about 51.17 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 Atlanta winters?

With lows near 33F in Atlanta, 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 Atlanta, GA?

In GA, Plumbing is licensed by the Division of Master and Journeyman Plumbers under the Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board. Clearing a clog needs no permit, but excavating or replacing a sewer line in Atlanta generally does.

Should I get a camera inspection in Atlanta?

For repeat clogs, yes: a camera inspection in Atlanta shows whether roots, a belly or a collapse is the cause before paying $137-$412 for another clearing.

When do tree roots cause the most drain problems in Atlanta?

Roots grow toward sewer lines most actively in the growing season, which in Atlanta runs roughly from March 26 to November 10.