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Drain cleaning cost
Fixture drain cleaning runs $100–$350; main sewer line snaking is $250–$800, and hydro jetting $350–$600. recurring clogs usually mean a slope, root, or foreign-object problem worth a camera inspection ($100–$300).
Price at a glance
| Item | Typical |
|---|---|
| Job price range | $100–$350 |
| Common variants | Hydro jetting: $350–$600; main-line snaking: $250–$800 |
| Labor share | Trip + equipment minimum |
| Permit | No |
| Duration | 30 min – 2 hours |
National job price data from the ee.ltd cost database, 2026 edition.
What drives the price
- Fixture drain vs main line
- Snaking vs hydro jetting
- Camera inspection add-on ($100–$300)
- Root intrusion in main lines (jetting + cutting)
DIY verdict
Plunging and enzymatic treatments yes; rental snakes for stubborn clogs
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