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Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line in Augusta, GA

Compare 5 local drain cleaning & sewer line pros. Typical service: $129–$386.

Top Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line Companies in Augusta

  1. 1.Cassell Brothers Home Services

    4.9★ (4,690 reviews)

    4.9★ from 4690 reviews

  2. 2.Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Service

    4.8★ (1,181 reviews)

    4.8★ from 1181 reviews

  3. 3.The Drain Surgeon

    4.7★ (727 reviews)

    4.7★ from 727 reviews

  4. 4.Budget Sewer Service, Inc.

    4.5★ (97 reviews)

    4.5★ from 97 reviews

  5. 5.TDS Trenchless

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line Cost in Augusta

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

ServiceTypical range in Augusta
Drain clearing$129–$386/job
Main sewer line snaking$171–$429/job
Hydro jetting$300–$771/job
Sewer camera inspection$107–$514/job

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line prices in Augusta run about 14% 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 5 companies serving Augusta, rated 4.8★ on average across 6,699 customer reviews.

Augusta Climate & Seasonal Timing

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

Last spring frost
March 30
First fall frost
November 5
Annual precipitation
43.57"
Heating degree days
2,470
Cooling degree days
2,088
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan32.8°57.9°3.91"
Feb35.9°62.3°3.92"
Mar42°69.9°4.18"
Apr48.1°77.3°2.84"
May57.3°85°2.65"
Jun66.2°91°4.72"
Jul69.8°93.4°4.33"
Aug69.3°91.8°4.32"
Sep62.6°86.7°3.22"
Oct51°77.7°3.27"
Nov41.4°69.1°2.82"
Dec34.5°60°3.39"

NOAA station data 6.34 miles from Augusta.

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 Augusta

How much does drain cleaning cost in Augusta?

Clearing a clogged drain in Augusta typically runs $129-$386; main sewer lines and hydro jetting cost more.

How many drain cleaning companies serve Augusta?

We track 5 drain cleaning and sewer specialists serving Augusta.

Is drain cleaning in Augusta more expensive than average?

Drain cleaning in Augusta runs about -14.3% versus the national average.

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

Augusta gets about 43.57 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 Augusta winters?

With lows near 33F in Augusta, 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 Augusta, 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 Augusta generally does.

Should I get a camera inspection in Augusta?

For repeat clogs, yes: a camera inspection in Augusta shows whether roots, a belly or a collapse is the cause before paying $129-$386 for another clearing.

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

Roots grow toward sewer lines most actively in the growing season, which in Augusta runs roughly from March 30 to November 5.