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Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line in Charleston, SC

Compare 5 local drain cleaning & sewer line pros. Typical service: $135–$405.

Top Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line Companies in Charleston

  1. 1.Palmetto Plumbing, Drain Cleaning & Water Heater Repair

    4.9★ (188 reviews)

    4.9★ from 188 reviews

    +18437381635Website

  2. 2.Provident Plumbing

    5.0★ (117 reviews)

    5.0★ from 117 reviews

    +18438494468Website

  3. 3.Charles Towne Plumbing

    4.9★ (121 reviews)

    4.9★ from 121 reviews

    +18433808848Website

  4. 4.Drip Doctor Plumbing

    4.9★ (57 reviews)

    4.9★ from 57 reviews

    +18542012013Website

  5. 5.Atlantic Plumbing Services

    4.3★ (6 reviews)

    4.3★ from 6 reviews

    +18438849444Website

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line Cost in Charleston

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

ServiceTypical range in Charleston
Drain clearing$135–$405/job
Main sewer line snaking$180–$450/job
Hydro jetting$315–$809/job
Sewer camera inspection$112–$539/job

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line prices in Charleston run about 10% 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 Charleston, rated 4.8★ on average across 489 customer reviews.

Charleston Climate & Seasonal Timing

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

Last spring frost
February 6
First fall frost
December 23
Annual precipitation
44.42"
Heating degree days
1,736
Cooling degree days
2,375
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan42.8°56.7°2.94"
Feb45.5°59.6°2.51"
Mar51.6°65°3.3"
Apr58.8°72°2.53"
May67.1°78.7°2.16"
Jun74°84.5°4.65"
Jul76.9°87.6°5.4"
Aug76.1°86.4°6.71"
Sep71.8°82°5.76"
Oct62.5°74.6°3.67"
Nov53.6°67.3°2.19"
Dec45.6°59.5°2.6"

NOAA station data 4.64 miles from Charleston.

Permits & Regulations in SC

Permit typically required

  • Mechanical contracting including plumbing is licensed through the SC Contractor's Licensing Board
  • Residential plumbing runs through the Residential Builders Commission, which holds exam reciprocity with North Carolina and Mississippi
  • Residential specialty registration applies to work over $500 that is not otherwise regulated under Title 40 Chapter 11

License required: SC LLR mechanical contractor or Residential Plumbing license

Sources: llr.sc.gov, llr.sc.gov

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line FAQs for Charleston

How much does drain cleaning cost in Charleston?

Clearing a clogged drain in Charleston typically runs $135-$405; main sewer lines and hydro jetting cost more.

How many drain cleaning companies serve Charleston?

We track 5 drain cleaning and sewer specialists serving Charleston.

Is drain cleaning in Charleston more expensive than average?

Drain cleaning in Charleston runs about -10.1% versus the national average.

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

Charleston gets about 44.42 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 Charleston winters?

With lows near 43F in Charleston, 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 Charleston, SC?

In SC, Mechanical contracting including plumbing is licensed through the SC Contractor's Licensing Board. Clearing a clog needs no permit, but excavating or replacing a sewer line in Charleston generally does.

Should I get a camera inspection in Charleston?

For repeat clogs, yes: a camera inspection in Charleston shows whether roots, a belly or a collapse is the cause before paying $135-$405 for another clearing.

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

Roots grow toward sewer lines most actively in the growing season, which in Charleston runs roughly from February 6 to December 23.