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Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line in Jacksonville, FL

Compare 4 local drain cleaning & sewer line pros. Typical service: $139–$416.

Top Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line Companies in Jacksonville

  1. 1.1-Tom-Plumber

    4.8★ (139 reviews)

    4.8★ from 139 reviews

    +19048651788Website

  2. 2.RiverCity Plumbing

    5.0★ (95 reviews)

    5.0★ from 95 reviews

    +19047607837Website

  3. 3.JAX Hydro-Jetters LLC

    4.9★ (66 reviews)

    4.9★ from 66 reviews

    +19042987442Website

  4. 4.Pipe Restoration Solutions

    4.6★ (38 reviews)

    4.6★ from 38 reviews

    +18006527604Website

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line Cost in Jacksonville

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Jacksonville
Drain clearing$139–$416/job
Main sewer line snaking$185–$462/job
Hydro jetting$323–$832/job
Sewer camera inspection$116–$554/job

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line prices in Jacksonville run about 8% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 4 companies serving Jacksonville, rated 4.8★ on average across 338 customer reviews.

Jacksonville Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Jacksonville's weather means for scheduling drain cleaning & sewer line.

Last spring frost
February 5
First fall frost
December 20
Annual precipitation
49.19"
Heating degree days
1,097
Cooling degree days
3,009
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan45.1°64.7°2.98"
Feb48.3°67.9°2.7"
Mar53.5°73.2°3.93"
Apr58.5°79°2.62"
May66.7°85.4°2.56"
Jun72.6°89.6°6.07"
Jul74.5°91.4°6.27"
Aug74.7°90.5°6.32"
Sep72.4°87.2°7.64"
Oct64.7°80.8°3.36"
Nov55.5°73.6°2.35"
Dec47.9°66.5°2.39"

NOAA station data 7.16 miles from Jacksonville.

Permits & Regulations in FL

Permit typically required

  • Plumbing contracting is licensed by the DBPR Construction Industry Licensing Board
  • Contractors are either state-certified, which allows work anywhere in Florida, or registered, which is limited to the local jurisdiction that licensed them
  • Applicants need four years of experience plus a trade examination and a business and finance examination

License required: DBPR certified or registered Plumbing Contractor license

Sources: www2.myfloridalicense.com

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line FAQs for Jacksonville

How much does drain cleaning cost in Jacksonville?

Clearing a clogged drain in Jacksonville typically runs $139-$416; main sewer lines and hydro jetting cost more.

How many drain cleaning companies serve Jacksonville?

We track 4 drain cleaning and sewer specialists serving Jacksonville.

Is drain cleaning in Jacksonville more expensive than average?

Drain cleaning in Jacksonville runs about -7.6% versus the national average.

Why do sewer lines back up in Jacksonville after heavy rain?

Jacksonville gets about 49.19 inches of precipitation a year. Groundwater entering cracked or root-invaded sewer lines is a common cause of backups after storms.

Can pipes freeze and clog in Jacksonville winters?

With lows near 45F in Jacksonville, exposed drain and vent lines can freeze; grease also hardens faster in cold pipes, which is why kitchen drain clogs rise in winter.

Do I need a permit for sewer line work in Jacksonville, FL?

In FL, Plumbing contracting is licensed by the DBPR Construction Industry Licensing Board. Clearing a clog needs no permit, but excavating or replacing a sewer line in Jacksonville generally does.

Should I get a camera inspection in Jacksonville?

For repeat clogs, yes: a camera inspection in Jacksonville shows whether roots, a belly or a collapse is the cause before paying $139-$416 for another clearing.

When do tree roots cause the most drain problems in Jacksonville?

Roots grow toward sewer lines most actively in the growing season, which in Jacksonville runs roughly from February 5 to December 20.