Sewer Cleaning

Sewer Cleaning in Indianapolis

Local, Family-Owned Sewer Cleaning for Homes & Businesses

When one slow drain becomes every drain, you’re not dealing with a fixture problem. You’re dealing with a main sewer line problem. At 317 Plumber, we handle sewer cleaning for residential and commercial properties across Indianapolis and the Greater Indianapolis area. Our drain and excavation division clears blockages and removes buildup without the guesswork, and because we’re a full-service company, a cleaning appointment doesn’t have to turn into a second call to a second contractor. We answer calls around the clock and offer same-day service when available.

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Ready to schedule sewer cleaning in Indianapolis? Call (317) 548-0044 and we’ll get you taken care of.

One Company From Cleaning to Repair

A lot of sewer cleaning companies stop at the clean. If the camera finds a cracked pipe, root intrusion, or a collapsed section, you’re back to searching for someone who handles repairs. We’re different. Our drain and excavation division handles sewer repair, trenchless repair, excavation, and sewer camera inspection alongside sewer cleaning, all under the same roof. If something turns up during the job, we can address it without handing you off.

We’re local and family-owned, which means we stand behind the work we do for neighbors in Marion County and surrounding communities. We back every job with a satisfaction guarantee, and we encourage you to ask about our warranties when you call.

How We Clean Your Sewer Line

We don’t pick a cleaning method before we know what’s in the pipe. Every job starts with a sewer camera inspection to locate the blockage and assess what’s causing it. That information determines which approach makes sense.

Our cleaning methods include:

Rooter service: A motorized auger cuts through and pulls out blockages in the main line. The right choice for soft obstructions and moderate root intrusion.
Hydro jetting: High-pressure water clears grease, mineral scale, and root debris from pipe walls, not just through the clog. A strong option for persistent buildup and heavily fouled lines.
Suitcase jetting: A compact alternative for confined-access situations where standard equipment can’t reach.

We access the main line through the sewer cleanout, the access point that lets our equipment reach the sewer lateral directly. A sewer cleanout in Indianapolis that’s properly located and accessible can make the whole process faster and cleaner. Once cleaning is complete, we confirm flow before calling the job done.

Why Indianapolis Homes Need Sewer Cleaning

Indianapolis neighborhoods like Broad Ripple, Irvington, and Speedway were built when clay and cast iron pipe were standard. Those materials are decades old now, and they’re more susceptible to root intrusion, scale buildup, and joint displacement than the PVC lines used today. Mature trees throughout Marion County make root intrusion into sewer laterals a consistent local problem, not an occasional one.

Indiana’s freeze-thaw winters shift soil and open pipe joints, giving roots and debris new entry points every season. In older neighborhoods with combined or partially combined sewer systems, heavy rain can push the problem indoors fast. For any Indianapolis home with aging infrastructure under the yard, routine sewer cleaning is a practical maintenance step worth scheduling before a backup forces the issue.

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Credentials That Back the Work

317 Plumber is a BBB Accredited Business. All services are performed under our fully licensed and insured company, and we back every job with a satisfaction guarantee. Ask about our warranties when you schedule. If cost is a concern, Synchrony financing is available to help manage the expense of sewer cleaning and any related services that come out of it.

Schedule Your Indianapolis Sewer Cleaning

Don’t wait for a full backup to make the call. We answer phones around the clock, same-day service is available when possible, and our team is ready to help homes and businesses across Greater Indianapolis get their lines flowing again. Call (317) 548-0044 or submit an online contact form to get started.

Signs Your Sewer Line Needs Professional Cleaning

Some sewer problems announce themselves. Others build slowly until they can’t be ignored. Here are the signs that point to a main line issue rather than a simple fixture clog:

Multiple slow drains at once: When toilets, tubs, and floor drains all drain slowly at the same time, the problem can be in the main line, not the individual fixture.
Gurgling sounds: Air trapped by a partial blockage pushes back through your drains. If you hear gurgling from a toilet when you run water elsewhere, something is restricting flow in the line.
Recurring clogs in the same drain: A drain that keeps clogging after clearing can have buildup deeper in the line that a plunger or store-bought product can’t reach.
Foul odors near floor drains or in the basement: Sewer gas backing up toward the cleanout has to go somewhere. Odors in the basement can be a sign flow is already compromised.
Drains that slow after heavy rain: If your drains back up when it rains, you may have a compromised sewer lateral or an improper connection overwhelmed by storm volume.
Gradual slowdowns across the house: Tree root intrusion builds slowly. Older Indianapolis properties with mature landscaping often see a gradual loss of drain performance before a sudden backup occurs.

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We Make Plumbing Personal

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Our Customers Are At the Heart of Everything We Do

Couldn't Be Happier
"317 Plumber was contracted for our neighborhood’s efforts to move from septic to sanitary sewer, and we could not have been happier. Danny was frequently on-site, taking the time to explain each step of the process and ensuring everything ran smoothl"

- Terri S.
Highly Recommend
"Jeremy and his team saved the day! Showed up same day, were so respectful of my home, and were completely transparent and honest about pricing. They explained the process thoroughly and had my drain issue completed within less than 90 minutes. I would high"

- Savannah D.
Explained Everything
"Danny and Trayvon made the initial visit to determine our needs and provide a quote. Trayvon was very good about explaining everything and answering our questions along the way. We had two water heaters replaced and some cold lines rerouted to a water soft"

- Sam M.
Would Use Them Again
"Alex was great! He was efficient and explained everything clearly and made sure we had clear expectations and understanding of the next steps. Would use them again for plumbing needs and repairs."

- Erica H.
Great Company
"Jeremy came out when we had a problem with our sewer line. All the other companies were wanting a ton of money to fix it. And they couldn't guarantee they could solve our problem. Jeremy said that they could get it fixed and for far less than the other guy"

- Anna B.
Great Experience
"We've had the pleasure of working with the professionals at 317 Plumbers many times. Every experience has been great! The professional licensed plumbers are always on time and very knowledgeable."

- Dale B.
Most Honest Plumbing Company
"Nicest and most honest plumbing company I’ve ever worked with! Pricing was super reasonable and they took care of everything super fast!! I called and got same day service. Highly recommend, and even more because they are locally owned!"

- Deja J.
Very Thankful
"Danny, Billy, Austin and all the guys at 317 plumber have been great to work with. They helped identify a main sewer line backup issue which required some deep digging and the installation of an exterior clean out (as a starting point), identified several"

- Matt K.
My Go-To Plumber
"317 Plumber has been my go to plumber for years now. As a Realtor, they have taken amazing care of our clients. I use them for my personal homes and investment properties anytime I have an issue. I love that they are a locally owned company and easy to get"

- Cameron M.

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