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Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line Cost in Nashville
Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.
| Service | Typical range in Nashville |
|---|---|
| Drain clearing | $141–$424/job |
| Main sewer line snaking | $188–$471/job |
| Hydro jetting | $330–$848/job |
| Sewer camera inspection | $118–$565/job |
Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line prices in Nashville 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 Nashville, rated 4.7★ on average across 1,658 customer reviews.
Nashville Climate & Seasonal Timing
What Nashville's weather means for scheduling drain cleaning & sewer line.
- Last spring frost
- April 5
- First fall frost
- November 1
- Annual precipitation
- 47.25"
- Heating degree days
- 3,688
- Cooling degree days
- 1,647
| Month | Low | High | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 28.4° | 46.9° | 3.75" |
| Feb | 31.6° | 51.8° | 3.94" |
| Mar | 39° | 61° | 4.11" |
| Apr | 47.5° | 70.5° | 4" |
| May | 56.8° | 78.2° | 5.5" |
| Jun | 65.4° | 86° | 4.14" |
| Jul | 69.5° | 89.3° | 3.64" |
| Aug | 68.4° | 89° | 3.17" |
| Sep | 60.7° | 82.4° | 3.41" |
| Oct | 48.9° | 71.7° | 3.04" |
| Nov | 39.4° | 60.3° | 4.31" |
| Dec | 31.3° | 49.5° | 4.24" |
NOAA station data 6.86 miles from Nashville.
Permits & Regulations in TN
Permit typically required
- Plumbing falls under the CMC-A Plumbing and Gas Piping classification of the Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors
- A full contractor license is required once the plumbing portion of a project reaches $25,000 including materials, equipment and labor
- Projects under $25,000 may instead require the state Limited Licensed Plumber credential, plus local permits and inspection
License required: Tennessee CMC-A contractor license ($25,000+) or Limited Licensed Plumber
Sources: www.tn.gov
Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line FAQs for Nashville
How much does drain cleaning cost in Nashville?
Clearing a clogged drain in Nashville typically runs $141-$424; main sewer lines and hydro jetting cost more.
How many drain cleaning companies serve Nashville?
We track 6 drain cleaning and sewer specialists serving Nashville.
Is drain cleaning in Nashville more expensive than average?
Drain cleaning in Nashville runs about -5.8% versus the national average.
Why do sewer lines back up in Nashville after heavy rain?
Nashville gets about 47.25 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 Nashville winters?
With lows near 28F in Nashville, 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 Nashville, TN?
In TN, Plumbing falls under the CMC-A Plumbing and Gas Piping classification of the Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors. Clearing a clog needs no permit, but excavating or replacing a sewer line in Nashville generally does.
Should I get a camera inspection in Nashville?
For repeat clogs, yes: a camera inspection in Nashville shows whether roots, a belly or a collapse is the cause before paying $141-$424 for another clearing.
When do tree roots cause the most drain problems in Nashville?
Roots grow toward sewer lines most actively in the growing season, which in Nashville runs roughly from April 5 to November 1.
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