Serving the Santa Clarita Valley, the San Fernando Valley, the Antelope Valley, and nearby communities.
Drain Clearing & Sewer Repair in Santa Clarita
Rowland Plumbing, Cooling, Heating & Electrical has served homes across the Santa Clarita Valley since 1987. Our drain and sewer work covers sinks, toilets, showers, and laundry lines, along with hydro jetting, camera inspections, root removal, sewer repair, and trenchless replacement that keeps your yard intact.
A drain problem can be as simple as one slow sink. It can also be a sign of trouble in the sewer line under the yard, which calls for a different kind of repair. We figure out which one you’re dealing with before recommending anything, and we show you what we find.
Call or book online, and we’ll get a plumber out to take a look.
Drain & Sewer Services We Offer in Santa Clarita
We also handled drain unclogging, clogged toilets, sinks, tubs, and showers, drain trap repair, and kitchen and laundry sink jetting. That includes camera inspections, pipe bursting, pipe relining, and Bio-Clean treatments to keep lines clear between visits. If it carries water out of your home, our plumbers can fix it.
Is It a Drain Problem or a Sewer Problem?
Knowing the difference helps you understand how big the repair might be, and the signs usually point one way or the other.
Signs of a drain problem:
- A single sink, tub, or shower that drains slowly while the others work fine
- A toilet that needs a second flush now and then
- Water that pools but eventually goes down
- A kitchen drain that's been getting slower for months
Signs of a sewer line problem:
- Several drains backing up at once
- Water coming up in a shower or tub when the toilet is flushed
- Gurgling drains when the washing machine empties
- A sewage smell inside the house or in the yard
- A soggy or unusually green patch of lawn along the sewer line
Whichever it turns out to be, our plumbers will track down the cause and get your water flowing again.
Why Sewer Lines Fail in the Santa Clarita Valley
A few local conditions are behind most of the sewer calls we get.
Thirsty Roots Find Small Gaps
Mature trees shade many valley neighborhoods, and in a dry climate, their roots spread far looking for moisture. A sewer line with a hairline crack or a loose joint is an easy target. Once roots get inside, they keep growing until they block the pipe or break it apart.
Older Lines Wear From the Inside
Homes built before the 1970s, including many in Newhall and parts of Canyon Country, often have clay or cast-iron sewer lines. Clay joints shift and separate over time, and cast iron corrodes and builds up scale that narrows the pipe until it clogs easily.
The Ground Doesn't Stay Put
Hillside lots, settling soil, and Southern California earthquakes all move the ground around buried pipe. That movement can crack a line or create a low spot where waste collects, which leads to repeat clogs until the pipe is repaired.
Why Homeowners Call Rowland for Drain & Sewer Work
You See the Problem Before You Pay to Fix It
A sewer diagnosis shouldn't be a guess. We run a camera through the line and watch the footage with you, so every recommendation is backed by something you can see.
We Start With the Simplest Fix
Plenty of backups only need to be cleared, so that's where we begin. If the camera shows damage, we'll walk you through it and your options before any larger repair comes up.
Repairs That Spare Your Yard
When a sewer line needs replacing, trenchless methods can do it through small access points. Your lawn, driveway, and landscaping stay in place instead of being trenched and rebuilt.
Before You Book
Drain & Sewer Questions From Santa Clarita Homeowners
How much does drain clearing cost?
It depends on where the clog is and how hard it is to reach. A sink clog is a quicker job than a main line backup. The $89 dispatch fee covers the visit and diagnosis and is credited toward the work if you go ahead. After that, you get one price for the whole job before we start. Ask about any current drain-clearing specials when you call.
Who is responsible for the sewer line, me or the city?
Why does my house smell like sewage?
Is a sewer backup an emergency?
Yes. Wastewater coming up through drains carries bacteria and can damage floors and walls quickly. Stop running water in the house and call us. Our phones are answered 24/7. For immediate help, see our emergency plumbing service.
Can hard water cause drain problems?
Over time, it can. The minerals in Santa Clarita's water leave scale inside pipes, and that rough coating catches soap, grease, and hair. Lines with heavy buildup clog more often, and hydro jetting is usually the most effective way to clean them out.
How often should I have my sewer line inspected?
For most homes, every few years is enough. For older homes with clay or cast iron lines, or properties with large trees near the sewer line, a yearly inspection catches roots and pipe damage while they’re still easy to fix.
Let's Get Your Home's Ducks in a Row
A backed-up drain can bring your whole day to a stop, and it never seems to happen at a convenient time.
Since 1987, Santa Clarita Valley homeowners have trusted Rowland to take care of their homes, and our plumbers handle drain and sewer problems every day.
Call or book online, and we’ll get a plumber headed your way.