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Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line in Lubbock, TX

Compare 6 local drain cleaning & sewer line pros. Typical service: $115–$345.

Top Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line Companies in Lubbock

  1. 1.Earl's Drain Cleaning

    5.0★ (671 reviews)

    5.0★ from 671 reviews

  2. 2.Flatland Plumbing

    4.9★ (257 reviews)

    4.9★ from 257 reviews

  3. 3.Lubbock Leak Detectives

    5.0★ (214 reviews)

    5.0★ from 214 reviews

  4. 4.Joe Rushing Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning

    4.8★ (213 reviews)

    4.8★ from 213 reviews

  5. 5.Proflow Plumbing Inc

    4.4★ (11 reviews)

    4.4★ from 11 reviews

  6. 6.The Lubbock Masterful Drainage Cleaners and Plumbers

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line Cost in Lubbock

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

ServiceTypical range in Lubbock
Drain clearing$115–$345/job
Main sewer line snaking$153–$384/job
Hydro jetting$268–$690/job
Sewer camera inspection$96–$460/job

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line prices in Lubbock run about 23% 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 Lubbock, rated 4.8★ on average across 1,366 customer reviews.

Lubbock Climate & Seasonal Timing

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

Last spring frost
April 3
First fall frost
November 1
Annual precipitation
19.12"
Heating degree days
3,380
Cooling degree days
1,804
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan26.4°54.1°0.65"
Feb30.1°58.9°0.75"
Mar37°66.7°1.1"
Apr45.7°75.4°1.41"
May55.9°83.8°2.3"
Jun64.2°90.6°3.04"
Jul67.7°92.8°1.91"
Aug66.6°91.3°1.91"
Sep58.8°84.5°2.51"
Oct47.9°75.2°1.93"
Nov35.9°63.6°0.85"
Dec27.1°54.1°0.76"

NOAA station data 8.11 miles from Lubbock.

Permits & Regulations in TX

Permit typically required

  • Plumbers are licensed by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners, which licenses the individual plumber rather than the contracting business
  • License tiers are Tradesman Plumber-Limited, Journeyman, Master and Plumbing Inspector, each requiring an examination
  • Licensees must complete six hours of continuing professional education annually to renew

License required: Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners license (Journeyman or Master)

Sources: tsbpe.texas.gov

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line FAQs for Lubbock

How much does drain cleaning cost in Lubbock?

Clearing a clogged drain in Lubbock typically runs $115-$345; main sewer lines and hydro jetting cost more.

How many drain cleaning companies serve Lubbock?

We track 6 drain cleaning and sewer specialists serving Lubbock.

Is drain cleaning in Lubbock more expensive than average?

Drain cleaning in Lubbock runs about -23.3% versus the national average.

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

Lubbock gets about 19.12 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 Lubbock winters?

With lows near 26F in Lubbock, 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 Lubbock, TX?

In TX, Plumbers are licensed by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners, which licenses the individual plumber rather than the contracting business. Clearing a clog needs no permit, but excavating or replacing a sewer line in Lubbock generally does.

Should I get a camera inspection in Lubbock?

For repeat clogs, yes: a camera inspection in Lubbock shows whether roots, a belly or a collapse is the cause before paying $115-$345 for another clearing.

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

Roots grow toward sewer lines most actively in the growing season, which in Lubbock runs roughly from April 3 to November 1.