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Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line in Tampa, FL

Compare 6 local drain cleaning & sewer line pros. Typical service: $122–$367.

Top Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line Companies in Tampa

  1. 1.Crystal Clear Drains, Plumbing and Water Filtration Systems

    4.9★ (245 reviews)

    4.9★ from 245 reviews

    +18138945155Website

  2. 2.H.I.P HOME SERVICE & DRAIN LLC

    4.9★ (222 reviews)

    4.9★ from 222 reviews

    +18132956936Website

  3. 3.Dam Plumbing and Drain

    4.9★ (55 reviews)

    4.9★ from 55 reviews

    +18138152160Website

  4. 4.Drain Flo Plumbing

    4.4★ (41 reviews)

    4.4★ from 41 reviews

    +18137304985Website

  5. 5.Plumbing Tampa & Drain Cleaning Pro

    5.0★ (20 reviews)

    5.0★ from 20 reviews

    +18136837210

  6. 6.Main Tampa Plumbing and Sewer

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +16562500770Website

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line Cost in Tampa

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

ServiceTypical range in Tampa
Drain clearing$122–$367/job
Main sewer line snaking$163–$408/job
Hydro jetting$285–$734/job
Sewer camera inspection$102–$489/job

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line prices in Tampa run about 19% 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 6 companies serving Tampa, rated 4.9★ on average across 584 customer reviews.

Tampa Climate & Seasonal Timing

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

Last spring frost
January 15
Annual precipitation
46.3"
Heating degree days
539
Cooling degree days
3,611
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan51.6°69.9°2.23"
Feb54.4°72.5°2.81"
Mar58.2°76.3°3.03"
Apr63°81°2.03"
May69.7°87.2°2.1"
Jun74.8°89.6°6.68"
Jul75.9°90.1°7.07"
Aug76.2°90.2°7.77"
Sep74.5°88.9°6.3"
Oct68°84.3°2.26"
Nov60.3°78°1.55"
Dec54.2°72°2.47"

NOAA station data 3.81 miles from Tampa.

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 Tampa

How much does drain cleaning cost in Tampa?

Clearing a clogged drain in Tampa typically runs $122-$367; main sewer lines and hydro jetting cost more.

How many drain cleaning companies serve Tampa?

We track 6 drain cleaning and sewer specialists serving Tampa.

Is drain cleaning in Tampa more expensive than average?

Drain cleaning in Tampa runs about -18.5% versus the national average.

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

Tampa gets about 46.3 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 Tampa winters?

With lows near 52F in Tampa, 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 Tampa, 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 Tampa generally does.

Should I get a camera inspection in Tampa?

For repeat clogs, yes: a camera inspection in Tampa shows whether roots, a belly or a collapse is the cause before paying $122-$367 for another clearing.