Clogged drains are one of the most common plumbing problems in Seattle homes. When the water stops flowing, everything in your kitchen, bathroom, or laundry room slows down too. At RooterPal Plumbing, we handle every kind of drain issue—from slow sinks to backed-up main lines—with professional tools and local experience. If you need Drain Cleaning in Seattle and Eastside, our licensed plumbers are the team to get the job done.

Why Drain Cleaning Matters

A slow drain may not seem serious at first, but it’s a sign something deeper is building up.

Grease, soap scum, food waste, hair, and roots all collect inside pipes. Over time, that buildup narrows the passage and traps more debris. Left alone, it leads to full blockages, backups, and bad smells.

Seattle’s older homes, especially in neighborhoods like Ballard, Capitol Hill, and Queen Anne, often have original cast iron or clay drain lines. These pipes corrode and crack over time, catching more buildup and causing recurring clogs. In newer Eastside homes—like those in Bellevue, Kirkland, and Redmond—the problem is usually heavy kitchen grease or flushable wipes that don’t actually break down.

Regular drain cleaning keeps water flowing freely, protects your plumbing system, and saves you from major repairs later.

Common Drain Problems Around Seattle

RooterPal Plumbing handles all types of drain issues for both homes and businesses:

Kitchen Drains – Clogged by grease, food scraps, and soap buildup.
Bathroom Drains – Hair, toothpaste, and small debris that cause slow sinks and tubs.
Toilets – Blocked by paper, wipes, or foreign objects.
Floor Drains – Common in basements, garages, and laundry rooms; often blocked by dirt or lint.
Main Sewer Lines – Roots, corrosion, and debris buildup cause sewage to back up into the home.

We’ve seen it all—from a restaurant in Fremont with grease-filled floor drains to a West Seattle home where tree roots completely blocked the sewer line. Each time, a thorough drain cleaning solved the problem and kept the system healthy.

How RooterPal Handles Drain Cleaning

Old methods like pushing a basic drain snake through the line only give temporary relief. RooterPal Plumbing uses advanced tools that clean drains completely and help prevent the problem from coming back.

Our process includes:

Camera Inspection – Before we start, we run a small camera through your pipes to see exactly what’s causing the clog.
Hydro Jetting – We use high-pressure water jets to clear out grease, roots, and buildup from inside the pipe walls. This leaves the pipes clean and smooth.
Power Snaking – For smaller clogs, a professional-grade drain auger removes blockages quickly without damaging the pipe.

Our Drain Cleaning Services

We handle all types of drain issues, from surface-level clogs to deep sewer blockages:

Kitchen & Bathroom Drains – Clears grease, soap scum, and hair buildup.
Main Sewer Line Cleaning – Removes tree roots, sludge, and debris from underground lines.
Hydro Jetting Services – Uses high-pressure water to break through heavy blockages and clean pipe walls.
Video Camera Inspections – Finds hidden issues before they turn into major repairs.

When to Call for Drain Cleaning

If your drains are running slow, it’s often a sign something deeper is stuck inside. Give RooterPal Plumbing a call when you notice:

Water pooling in sinks, tubs, or showers
Gurgling noises from drains or toilets
Foul smells coming from the drain line
Multiple drains clogging at once

These small signs can point to larger blockages in your sewer line. Quick action keeps it from turning into an emergency.

Pricing and What to Expect

Every drain issue is different, but RooterPal Plumbing believes in simple, upfront pricing.

Standard Drain Cleaning – Usually starts around $250 for basic clogs.
Hydro Jetting or Sewer Line Cleaning – Typically ranges between $450 and $800 depending on pipe length and buildup.
Full Quote Before Work – We always explain the problem and cost before starting any job.

We don’t use upsells or hidden fees. You’ll always know exactly what you’re paying for.

What Makes RooterPal Plumbing Different

Licensed and insured plumbers with years of hands-on experience
Local experts who know Seattle and Eastside plumbing systems inside and out
Hydro jetting and video inspection equipment for deeper, longer-lasting cleaning
Transparent pricing. No hidden costs.

Preventing Future Clogs

Good drain maintenance can stop most clogs before they happen. Here’s what we recommend to Seattle homeowners:

Avoid pouring grease, coffee grounds, or starchy foods down the sink.
Install hair catchers in showers and tubs.
Run hot water through the sink after each use to clear soap and oil.
Have your main line inspected every two years, especially if your home is older or surrounded by trees.

Serving Seattle and the Eastside

RooterPal Plumbing provides Drain Cleaning in Seattle and Eastside for both residential and commercial properties. Our service areas include:

North Seattle: Ballard, Green Lake, Fremont, Ravenna
Central Seattle: Capitol Hill, Queen Anne, Downtown, South Lake Union
West Seattle: Junction, Alki, Fauntleroy
South Seattle: Beacon Hill, Rainier Valley, Columbia City
Eastside: Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, Bothell, and Issaquah

Call RooterPal Plumbing

If your drains are slow, noisy, or clogged, don’t wait for it to get worse. RooterPal Plumbing offers expert Drain Cleaning in Seattle and Eastside, backed by honest pricing and local experience.

Call today to schedule your service and get your drains flowing again.

RooterPal Tips: How to Prevent Clogged Drains

Never pour grease down the sink — let it cool and throw it away.
Run hot water after using the sink to keep pipes clear.
Use mesh stoppers in showers and tubs to catch hair and debris.
Flush only toilet paper and waste — everything else belongs in the trash.
Scrape leftover food into the bin before rinsing dishes.

What Our Customers Say

“Professional, courteous, and fast. Frank got the job done and explained everything clearly. Highly recommend RooterPal Plumbing!”
— Kevin Y., Kirkland homeowner

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