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Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line in Lexington-Fayette, KY

Compare 6 local drain cleaning & sewer line pros. Typical service: $146–$437.

Top Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line Companies in Lexington-Fayette

  1. 1.Mr Rooter Plumbing of Lexington KY

    4.8★ (1,299 reviews)

    4.8★ from 1299 reviews

  2. 2.Pipe Surgeon Plumbing

    4.8★ (384 reviews)

    4.8★ from 384 reviews

  3. 3.Zoom Drain

    4.9★ (151 reviews)

    4.9★ from 151 reviews

  4. 4.Lex-Rooter Sewer & Drain Cleaning

    4.5★ (136 reviews)

    4.5★ from 136 reviews

  5. 5.The Drain Dr.

    5.0★ (50 reviews)

    5.0★ from 50 reviews

  6. 6.Surgeon plumbing and sewer drain cleaning

    5.0★ (23 reviews)

    5.0★ from 23 reviews

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line Cost in Lexington-Fayette

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

ServiceTypical range in Lexington-Fayette
Drain clearing$146–$437/job
Main sewer line snaking$194–$485/job
Hydro jetting$340–$873/job
Sewer camera inspection$121–$582/job

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line prices in Lexington-Fayette run about 3% 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 Lexington-Fayette, rated 4.8★ on average across 2,043 customer reviews.

Lexington-Fayette Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Lexington-Fayette's weather means for scheduling drain cleaning & sewer line.

Last spring frost
April 13
First fall frost
October 26
Annual precipitation
45.17"
Heating degree days
4,610
Cooling degree days
1,191
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan24.9°40.9°3.2"
Feb28.1°45.6°3.2"
Mar35.7°55.4°4.07"
Apr44.7°65.8°3.6"
May53.9°74.4°5.26"
Jun62.5°82.9°4.44"
Jul66.3°86.1°4.65"
Aug65°85.6°3.25"
Sep57.5°78.8°2.91"
Oct46.6°67.5°3.13"
Nov37.3°55.4°3.53"
Dec28°43.9°3.93"

NOAA station data 8.35 miles from Lexington-Fayette.

Permits & Regulations in KY

Permit typically required

  • Plumbers are licensed statewide by the Division of Plumbing within the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction (DHBC)
  • Journeyman applicants need two consecutive years as an apprentice and must pass written and practical exams, scoring 75 percent overall and at least 70 percent on each portion
  • A background check is required and plumbing construction permits are filed with DHBC

License required: Kentucky DHBC journeyman or master plumber license

Sources: dhbc.ky.gov

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line FAQs for Lexington-Fayette

How much does drain cleaning cost in Lexington-Fayette?

Clearing a clogged drain in Lexington-Fayette typically runs $146-$437; main sewer lines and hydro jetting cost more.

How many drain cleaning companies serve Lexington-Fayette?

We track 6 drain cleaning and sewer specialists serving Lexington-Fayette.

Is drain cleaning in Lexington-Fayette more expensive than average?

Drain cleaning in Lexington-Fayette runs about -3% versus the national average.

Why do sewer lines back up in Lexington-Fayette after heavy rain?

Lexington-Fayette gets about 45.17 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 Lexington-Fayette winters?

With lows near 25F in Lexington-Fayette, 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 Lexington-Fayette, KY?

In KY, Plumbers are licensed statewide by the Division of Plumbing within the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction (DHBC). Clearing a clog needs no permit, but excavating or replacing a sewer line in Lexington-Fayette generally does.

Should I get a camera inspection in Lexington-Fayette?

For repeat clogs, yes: a camera inspection in Lexington-Fayette shows whether roots, a belly or a collapse is the cause before paying $146-$437 for another clearing.

When do tree roots cause the most drain problems in Lexington-Fayette?

Roots grow toward sewer lines most actively in the growing season, which in Lexington-Fayette runs roughly from April 13 to October 26.