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Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line in Shreveport, LA

Compare 6 local drain cleaning & sewer line pros. Typical service: $140–$421.

Top Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line Companies in Shreveport

  1. 1.Bobby L. Greene Plumbing, Heating And Cooling

    4.9★ (1,328 reviews)

    4.9★ from 1328 reviews

  2. 2.Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Shreveport & Bossier City

    4.8★ (145 reviews)

    4.8★ from 145 reviews

  3. 3.Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services

    4.5★ (128 reviews)

    4.5★ from 128 reviews

  4. 4.Roach Plumbing & Heating Inc

    4.4★ (57 reviews)

    4.4★ from 57 reviews

  5. 5.Ski Plumbing Repair and Drain Cleaning LLC

    4.7★ (25 reviews)

    4.7★ from 25 reviews

  6. 6.ANTI-CLOG LLC

    5.0★ (15 reviews)

    5.0★ from 15 reviews

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line Cost in Shreveport

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

ServiceTypical range in Shreveport
Drain clearing$140–$421/job
Main sewer line snaking$187–$468/job
Hydro jetting$328–$842/job
Sewer camera inspection$117–$562/job

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line prices in Shreveport run about 6% 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 Shreveport, rated 4.7★ on average across 1,698 customer reviews.

Shreveport Climate & Seasonal Timing

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

Last spring frost
March 10
First fall frost
November 19
Annual precipitation
51.41"
Heating degree days
2,225
Cooling degree days
2,481
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan36.2°57.3°4.2"
Feb39.7°61.5°4.75"
Mar46.3°69.5°4.14"
Apr53.6°76.9°4.19"
May62.7°83.8°4.93"
Jun69.5°90.1°5.4"
Jul72.7°93.4°3.65"
Aug72.1°94.1°2.73"
Sep65.6°88.2°3.16"
Oct54.6°78.2°4.96"
Nov45.2°67.5°4.53"
Dec37.7°58.5°4.77"

NOAA station data 2.31 miles from Shreveport.

Permits & Regulations in LA

Permit typically required

  • The Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) licenses plumbing work, and plumbing, mechanical and electrical projects over $10,000 require a licence
  • Applicants pass a trade exam and a business and law exam and submit a financial statement
  • A separate plumbing licence must be obtained before the contractor licence is issued

License required: LSLBC plumbing contractor license (projects over $10,000)

Sources: lslbc.gov

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line FAQs for Shreveport

How much does drain cleaning cost in Shreveport?

Clearing a clogged drain in Shreveport typically runs $140-$421; main sewer lines and hydro jetting cost more.

How many drain cleaning companies serve Shreveport?

We track 6 drain cleaning and sewer specialists serving Shreveport.

Is drain cleaning in Shreveport more expensive than average?

Drain cleaning in Shreveport runs about -6.4% versus the national average.

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

Shreveport gets about 51.41 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 Shreveport winters?

With lows near 36F in Shreveport, 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 Shreveport, LA?

In LA, The Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) licenses plumbing work, and plumbing, mechanical and electrical projects over $10,000 require a licence. Clearing a clog needs no permit, but excavating or replacing a sewer line in Shreveport generally does.

Should I get a camera inspection in Shreveport?

For repeat clogs, yes: a camera inspection in Shreveport shows whether roots, a belly or a collapse is the cause before paying $140-$421 for another clearing.

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

Roots grow toward sewer lines most actively in the growing season, which in Shreveport runs roughly from March 10 to November 19.