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You wake up to a flooded bathroom floor. Your kitchen sink won’t drain. The shower water pools around your ankles. These aren’t just inconveniences—they’re disruptions that throw off your entire day.
When we finish cleaning your drains, water flows the way it should. No more standing water. No more gurgling sounds. No more backup disasters that damage your floors or cabinets.
You get back to your routine without worrying about the next clog. That’s what professional drain cleaning actually delivers.
We’ve been serving Lexington homeowners since 2007. We know the unique challenges that come with this area’s mix of historic homes and modern construction.
In older Lexington neighborhoods, we regularly deal with tree root intrusion and aging clay pipes. In newer developments, we handle soap scum buildup and scale in PVC systems. Each situation requires different tools and techniques.
We’re not the biggest company in town, but we’re the one that shows up when we say we will. Our 5-person team focuses on getting your plumbing problems solved right, not selling you services you don’t need.
First, we inspect your drain with a camera to see what we’re dealing with. Hair clogs, grease buildup, tree roots, or something else entirely. No guessing.
Next, we use the right tool for your specific blockage. Sometimes it’s snaking. Sometimes it’s hydro jetting with high-pressure water. We match the method to the problem, not the other way around.
Finally, we test the flow and clean up our work area. You see the results immediately—water draining like it should. We also give you a free main sewer line camera inspection so you know if there are other issues developing.
The whole process typically takes 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on the severity and location of the clog.
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Our drain cleaning service covers everything from kitchen sinks to main sewer lines. We handle bathroom drains clogged with hair and soap scum, kitchen drains blocked by grease and food debris, and floor drains that won’t empty.
In Lexington’s older homes built before 1950, we often find clay pipes that have shifted or cracked over time. Tree roots from the area’s mature maples and oaks commonly infiltrate these older systems. Our hydro jetting equipment can clear most root intrusions without damaging your pipes.
For newer homes in developments like Lexington Hills or areas near Minute Man Park, we typically see buildup from modern soaps and detergents in PVC systems. These require different cleaning techniques that won’t corrode the pipe material.
Every service includes upfront pricing, a 7-day warranty on drain cleaning, and a 1-year warranty on labor. No hidden fees or surprise charges after we’re done.
Drain cleaning costs in Lexington typically range from $110 to $275 for standard sink and toilet clogs. Bathtub and shower drain cleaning usually runs around $225. Main sewer line cleaning can cost between $100 and $800 depending on the severity and how far the blockage extends into your system.
At Emma Plumbing, we provide upfront pricing before we start any work. You’ll know exactly what the service costs before we begin, with no hidden fees or surprise charges. We also offer a free main sewer line camera inspection for new customers, which can help identify potential issues before they become expensive problems.
Most drain cleaning jobs take between 30 minutes and 2 hours. Simple clogs near the drain opening can usually be cleared in about 30 minutes. More complex blockages deeper in your plumbing system, or main line clogs, typically take 2 to 3 hours to resolve completely.
The time depends on several factors: the location of the clog, what’s causing the blockage, and which cleaning method we need to use. Hair and soap clogs are usually quick fixes. Tree root intrusions or grease buildup in main lines take longer because we need to use hydro jetting equipment to thoroughly clean the pipes.
We’ll give you a realistic time estimate after our initial camera inspection shows us what we’re working with.
For minor surface clogs, you can try a plunger or removing visible hair from the drain opening. But avoid chemical drain cleaners—they often make the problem worse by corroding pipes and can be dangerous to handle.
If water isn’t draining at all, if multiple drains are backing up, or if you’re seeing sewage backup, call us immediately. These are signs of serious blockages that DIY methods can’t fix. Trying to snake deep clogs yourself often pushes the blockage further into the system, making the repair more expensive.
In Lexington’s older homes especially, aggressive DIY attempts can damage clay pipes or cause joints to separate. It’s usually more cost-effective to call us right away than to risk creating a bigger problem.
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency drain cleaning services in Lexington. We understand that drain backups don’t wait for business hours—they happen at the worst possible times, like Sunday mornings or late at night.
Emergency situations include sewage backups, multiple drains clogging simultaneously, or any situation where water damage is occurring or imminent. We typically respond within an hour for true emergencies, and we don’t charge extra for nights, weekends, or holidays.
Our emergency service includes the same upfront pricing and warranties as our regular service calls. You won’t pay premium rates just because it’s after hours—we believe emergency plumbing help should be accessible when you need it most.
In Lexington’s older homes, tree roots are the biggest culprit. Mature maple, oak, and pine trees send roots seeking water sources, and they often infiltrate clay sewer pipes through joints or small cracks. We see this constantly in neighborhoods with homes built before 1960.
Kitchen drains typically clog from grease, food scraps, and soap buildup. Even with garbage disposals, grease hardens in pipes and catches other debris. Bathroom drains usually back up from hair, soap scum, and toothpaste residue combining into thick blockages.
In newer Lexington homes, we often find issues with low-flow fixtures that don’t provide enough water pressure to clear debris effectively. Modern soaps and shampoos can also create more residue than older plumbing systems were designed to handle.
Most Lexington homeowners benefit from professional drain cleaning every 1-2 years as preventative maintenance. If you have older clay pipes or mature trees on your property, annual cleaning helps prevent major backups from root intrusion.
Homes with heavy usage—large families, frequent entertaining, or multiple bathrooms—may need cleaning more often. Commercial properties or rental units typically require cleaning every 6-12 months depending on usage patterns.
Signs you need cleaning sooner include slow drainage, gurgling sounds, or recurring clogs in the same location. Don’t wait until you have a complete backup—preventative cleaning is always less expensive than emergency repairs and water damage cleanup.
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