From the street to your house and back again
Eatonton Plumber Pro handles every drain in the building: kitchen sinks, bathroom sinks, tubs and showers, toilets, floor drains, laundry lines and the main sewer line out to the street or the septic tank. We have been clearing drains around Lake Country for years, and we always try to get to the root of the problem instead of just poking a hole through it.
Signs your drains need attention
- Water draining slowly in more than one fixture
- Gurgling from a toilet when the tub drains
- Sewer smell from a floor or shower drain
- Water pooling around a basement or floor drain
- A toilet that clogs again and again
- Water backing up into the tub when the washer drains
Drain cleaning without the mess
Our drain technicians are trained and equipped to clear even stubborn lines, often without tearing up your yard. We find where the problem is, then send the right equipment to remove the clog right at the source.
- Drain machines cut through hair, soap, food and paper clogs in branch lines and main lines.
- High pressure water jetting (hydro-jetting) scours the inside of the pipe clean of grease buildup, tree roots and debris instead of just opening a channel.
- Video camera inspection shows what is really going on when a line keeps clogging, so you pay for the right repair.
Kitchen grease, roots and lake-house wipes
Most of the drain calls we see around Eatonton come from three things: cooking grease that hardens in kitchen lines, tree roots working into older clay and cast iron sewer pipes, and so-called flushable wipes that never break down. Each one needs a different fix, and we will explain which one you are dealing with before we start.
If you are on septic, a slow house drain can also mean the tank needs pumping or the drain field is struggling. We will tell you honestly whether the problem is in the pipes or in the septic system.
Where we provide drain cleaning
We work out of our office on Harmony Road in Eatonton and cover all of Putnam County, the communities around Lake Oconee, and nearby Greensboro, Madison and Milledgeville. See all service areas.
Drain cleaning questions and answers
25 common questions, answered by Eatonton Plumber Pro, a Georgia master licensed plumbing company (MP210274). Last updated November 10, 2026.
Should I use chemical drain cleaner first?
We do not recommend it. Harsh chemicals can damage older pipes and septic systems, and they rarely clear a real blockage. They also make the job more dangerous for the plumber who comes next.
What is hydro-jetting?
Hydro-jetting sends high pressure water through the pipe to scour away grease, scale and roots. It cleans the full width of the line, so clogs are less likely to come back.
Why does my drain keep clogging?
Repeat clogs usually point to grease buildup, roots, a sag in the line, or a broken pipe. After we clear a sewer line we can run a camera through it to show you exactly what is causing the trouble.
How much does drain cleaning cost in Eatonton?
The price depends on which drain is clogged, how far the blockage is from an access point, and whether the line needs hydro-jetting or a camera inspection. Most calls start with a free onsite estimate, and you see the price before we begin.
What is the difference between snaking and hydro-jetting?
A drain snake, or cable machine, cuts an opening through a clog and works well on most branch lines. Hydro-jetting uses high pressure water to scour the full inside of the pipe, removing grease, scale and roots, so the line stays clear longer.
Is hydro-jetting safe for my pipes?
For pipe in sound condition, yes. Jetting is not the right tool for a line that is already broken or collapsing, which is why a camera inspection comes first when the condition of the pipe is in doubt.
Why is my kitchen sink draining slowly?
Kitchen lines clog mostly from cooking grease that hardens on the pipe walls and traps food. Coffee grounds and starchy foods add to it. Scrape plates into the trash, keep grease out of the sink, and call us if the sink stays slow after plunging.
Why is my bathroom sink or shower draining slowly?
Hair and soap scum are the usual causes, and they collect at the stopper and in the trap just below it. A drain cleaning clears it. If the tub, sink and toilet are all slow together, the problem is likely farther down the line.
What does it mean when my toilet gurgles?
Gurgling usually means air is being pulled through the toilet trap because a drain or vent line is partly blocked. If it happens when the tub or washer drains, the shared line or the main line may be clogging and should be checked before it backs up.
When should I call a plumber instead of using a plunger?
Call when a plunger does not clear it after a few tries, when more than one fixture is slow, when water backs up into a tub or floor drain, or when the same drain keeps clogging. Those are signs of a deeper blockage.
Can you clear the main sewer line?
Yes. We clear main lines from the house to the city sewer or the septic tank through a cleanout or other access point. After clearing a main line clog, we follow up with a video inspection so you can see what caused it.
Do you clean drains for homes on septic?
Yes. We clear the lines between the house and the tank and can tell you whether the trouble is the pipe or the tank itself. See septic systems.
Are flushable wipes safe to flush?
We do not recommend it. So-called flushable wipes do not break down the way toilet paper does, and they snag on roots and rough spots in older pipe. They are one of the most common causes of the main line clogs we clear around the lake.
How often should drains be cleaned?
Most household drains only need attention when they slow down. Busy kitchens, older cast iron lines and lines with roots may benefit from scheduled cleaning every year or two. Restaurants usually need more frequent maintenance.
Can tree roots get into my drain line?
Yes. Roots find their way into joints and cracks in older clay and cast iron pipe, then grow and catch debris. We cut them out, and hydro-jetting removes what is left. Lines with repeated root problems often need sewer line repair.
Do you clean floor drains and laundry drains?
Yes. We clear floor drains, laundry standpipes and utility sinks, along with kitchen, bath and main lines. Lint from washing machines is a common cause of laundry line clogs.
What causes a sewer smell from a drain?
Often it is a dry trap in a fixture that is rarely used, which lets sewer gas through. Running water for a minute refills it. If the smell keeps coming back, a vent, seal or the line itself may need a closer look.
Do baking soda and vinegar clear drains?
They can freshen a drain and loosen light buildup, but they will not clear a real blockage. Boiling water can soften grease in metal pipe, but it can damage plastic fittings and porcelain toilets, so we do not recommend it for those.
Do you clear drains for restaurants and businesses?
Yes. We handle commercial kitchen drains, grease clogs, restroom lines and main sewer lines, and we can schedule work around your business hours. See commercial plumbing.
Can you clean drains on nights and weekends?
Yes. A backed-up main line does not wait for Monday, and neither do we. Drain cleaning is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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