Drain emergencies do not wait for normal working hours. It can be sewage water coming out from your shower at midnight, toilet backing up before your guests arrive, or restaurant floor drains over flowing during peak time in the evening. We provide drain cleaning services on an emergency basis even on weekends and holidays. California Drain Experts has been serving its clients with the best emergency drain cleaning in California, including cities like Los Angeles (90012), San Diego (92101), Sacramento (95814), Oakland (94607), and Anaheim (92805).
You will get a guaranteed arrival time when you call us; our technician will let you know what the charges will be before he/she begins working.
Licensed & Bonded
Insured & Bonded
Same-Day Response
Workmanship Guaranteed in California
Emergency situations require two major aspects – quick response and a technician that will make sure everything is done right on the first go. Our emergency trucks are equipped with cable machines for small and large lines, a hydro jetter, a sewer camera and a cleaning kit. In other words, we won’t be getting the needed equipment while water levels continue to rise.
We will also give you instructions on what to do until our arrival. Turning off the water to a working toilet, turning off the water supply to your home and locating the cleanout outside can save you from spreading the backup. Once we get there, we will clean the pipe, check the flow and let you know about the need for a subsequent visit during regular office hours.
The majority of the emergency calls received in California can be categorized into three different types: a main line which has finally run dry, a toilet or kitchen drain which has overflowed and cannot be stopped, and a commercial floor drain which backs up during the busiest time.
When you place that emergency call, our main priority is to stop the destruction, clear the line, and ensure that it does not occur again tonight.
A few fast questions regarding what is backing up and where, give you a realistic estimate on your arrival, and we guide you through turning off the water or opening the cleanout.
We first find out if the obstruction is in the fixture, the branch line or the main, then clear the blockage to stop any further water or sewage from entering the home.
We cable or jet the line to full flow. We do not finish up leaving a partially open line that will be closed back up by morning.
We flush the line with water, check the camera if it is not clear, and notify you when there is anything that needs to be scheduled.
Don’t waste time with water in the house; instead, contact California Drain Experts. Our phone is answered around the clock by a live person who’ll dispatch a technician to fix the clog and prevent any further backup.
It makes no sense if our emergency service isn’t real. We operate 24 hours a day, provide accurate arrival times, and always send out qualified technicians for everything from toilets to sewer lines.
All emergency trucks have the equipment needed to complete the task: the cable machine, the jetter, the sewer camera, and the wet vacuum.
Backups occur during Thanksgiving, Super Bowl Sunday, and 2 AM. We provide our emergency drain cleaning services throughout the year, available at an easily quoted rate during non-office hours.
The cost is quoted to you prior to any work being done, even during emergencies. You will be quoted the after-hour cost upfront as opposed to seeing it on your bill.
These are the urgent drain calls we answer most often across California, and how we handle each one.
1
The clogging occurs in the main when the bottommost drain of the house gets blocked with the waste water. We release pressure from the cleanout and then unclog the main line.
2
A toilet which keeps overflowing even when the water has been turned off indicates that there is an obstruction in the line below the toilet. We unclog the line and determine if the main line is part of the problem.
3
Holiday cooking creates additional grease and food particles going into the kitchen line. We use cables and jets if necessary to restore kitchen function.
4
Businesses and restaurants have to operate 24/7. We unclog floor drains, grease traps, and restrooms after business hours so your business remains open.
5
During California winter storms, rain causes drains and yard lines to overflow. We unclog obstructed outdoor lines and catch basins to prevent water from entering the structure.
We at California Drain Experts offer drain cleaning services to all residents and business people of California, who are having issues with their drains like clogged drains, slow flowing drains, etc. We use advanced technologies in locating and then thoroughly cleaning your drain systems. If you are facing any problems with your drain systems, then we are there to help you.
🛠️
Drain cleaning expert service in California that you can rely on for removing any obstruction caused by hair, grease, sludge and other items from your sink, shower, bathtub, or underground pipes. Prevents any blockages, odor and drainage problems in your home/business.
💦
The main line drain cleaning helps in flushing the common drain line where the wastewater travels. In case when many drains start getting blocked at the same time, this is the type of cleaning that should be done.
🌀
If your back-up takes place at an inconvenient time, you can rest assured that our emergency drain cleaning near me will arrive with proper equipment to clear the clog.
In case your backup occurs during an unsuitable time, it should be noted that our emergency drain cleaning near me will come with adequate tools to unclog it.
In case your backup occurs during an unsuitable time, it should be noted that our emergency drain cleaning near me will come with adequate tools to unclog it.
We clean and maintain your main sewer line with HD Camera Technology so that we get to see your problem.
Clean storm drains, yard drains, and catch basins of leaves, sediment and debris to prevent flooding in winter storms.
Clean grease, fats, oils, and food residues in your drain pipes. Eliminate odors and clogs through regular maintenance.
The most popular services offered include Septic Tank Cleaning where you have your septic system cleaned.
Fixing cracks, leaks and collapse of drains so that there is proper drainage of the waste water, which includes the trenchless services to avoid damaging your landscape.
Snaking and cabling cut through the toughest obstructions such as grease, hair and debris so that there is unblocking of the pipes without damaging them.
We have an immediate response to any backed up sewers, which include clearing the obstructions to help reduce sewage odor and damages.
Keep your plumbing functioning at maximum efficiency. We unclog and clean tough build-up in your restaurant, office, or retail establishment.
The sewer camera inspection will give you a complete understanding of what is in your pipes, including clogs, cracks, and roots, prior to the need for expensive repairs.
We clean dirt, sediment, roots, and other build-ups in your French drain system, allowing water to flow freely without pooling around your foundation.
Our drain cleaning emergencies include all of Southern California, the Bay Area, the Central Valley and the Inland Empire. The response time is the fastest in the metropolitan areas of Los Angeles basin, Orange County, San Diego and Sacramento. We serve cities that include:
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
Garden Grove
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
California
Our customers value our quick service and effective drain cleaning.
The kitchen sink had been taking weeks to drain but one Sunday it quit draining completely. They came later that day, cleaned out the grease, and also showed us the video. Fair pricing and excellent clean-up.
J
John D.
Homeowner, Sacramento
We had sewer backup problems with our shower. They discovered tree roots in our main line and removed them the same day. It was really explained in a manner that made sense.
S
Sarah L.
Homeowner, San Diego
I own a small restaurant and we had floor drains clogged which was preventing us from handling our dinner rush properly. They came when we were closed and jetted our lines for us. No more backups.
M
Mike R.
Restaurant Owner, Los Angeles
We contacted them at 11PM for a blocked toilet issue. They came to us in less than one hour. Very professional and polite; definitely worth every penny!
E
Emily T.
Homeowner, San Jose
We purchased a house that needed some expertise on the status of the sewer pipe. After the camera inspection, they told us that there was a crack, and they showed us what we needed to do in that situation.
D
David K.
Home Buyer, Oakland
Every few months our bathroom drains would get clogged. They told us that there was mineral buildup, did hydro jetting and everything has been great ever since!
L
Laura S.
Homeowner, Riverside
Emergency drains occur in California at specific periods such as the first winter storm, holidays, and summer since there are a lot of visitors in the houses during that time. We schedule our coverage based on these patterns.
In LA, Orange County, and Inland Empire, calls at night time serve as backup lines for houses that have history of clay pipes. This is why our technicians who work at night have root cutters.
Cast iron pipe and multi-unit structures often cause emergencies in cities like San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose, where a single clog can affect many units simultaneously.
In Sacramento, Fresno, and Bakersfield, the summer heat and domestic usage results in clogged fats and scales in the kitchen drains that close up during busy weekends.
A common cause of California sewage emergencies is when a pipe, which had been gradually getting smaller over the past few months, shuts down due to heavy usage. Slow drains are a warning sign to act upon.
The first major rains after the dry season bring about many callouts from blocked drainage from the debris collected in the yard drainage systems due to the overloading of the cracked sewer pipes.
Too much cooking and extra people in the house create a very difficult time in trying to get someone to come out.
Emergencies differ each time but the objective remains the same: contain the damage, clear the line, and make sure that it never happens again. The following are examples of emergency calls from our job experience in California.
At 11 pm on a Saturday, a resident from San Diego found that whenever he flushed the upstairs toilet, sewage water kept flowing out of the shower drain.
Within an hour, our technician came, popped open the cleanout to release the pressure, and removed the root clog from the main line. By midnight, water was flowing freely again.
A daytime camera inspection was scheduled to map the root entry point and plan maintenance.
In the afternoon of Thanksgiving, a family from Fresno had their kitchen sink and dishwasher filled with greasy water prior to dinner.
The kitchen drain line was cabled and the grease accumulation was jetted, resulting in restored drainage for the dinner to continue.
The family was given a simple grease disposal routine for future holidays.
Floor drains were over-flowing when dinner service began on a Friday night in a Los Angeles restaurant.
The floor drain line and grease line leading into it were cleaned, enabling the kitchen to reopen after just two hours.
The owner set up a quarterly jetting schedule to prevent peak-hour backups.
Our emergency drain cleaning costs in California consist of two factors: the basic price of the job, and then an additional charge because we are working outside normal business hours. We give you these figures up front.
| Service | Typical Price Range |
|---|---|
| Emergency sink, tub or shower clog | $175 to $350 |
| Emergency toilet clog or overflow | $175 to $325 |
| Emergency main line clearing | $350 to $750 |
| Emergency hydro jetting | $550 to $1,100+ |
| Emergency commercial floor drain | $300 to $700 |
| After-hours, weekend or holiday surcharge | $75 to $200 |
Emergency pricing depends on time of day and the type of blockage:
Emergency Drain Cleaning Anaheim, CA
92805
Emergency Drain Cleaning Glendale, CA
91203
Emergency Drain Cleaning Chula Vista, CA
91910
Emergency Drain Cleaning Fremont, CA
94538
Emergency Drain Cleaning Modesto, CA
95354
Here are answers to common questions about emergency drain cleaning in California.
Yes, calls are attended to 24 hours a day, seven days a week, even during weekends and holidays. There is also always an emergency technician ready to handle all emergencies.
Arrival time depends on your location and current call volume. In most of our California service areas we arrive within one to two hours, and we give you an honest estimate when you call.
Emergency service usually adds $75 to $200 to the normal price, depending on the time and day. We quote the total before any work starts so there are no surprises.
Stop using all water in the house, including toilets, sinks and appliances. Shut off the supply valve behind an overflowing toilet. If you know where your outdoor cleanout is and it is safe to reach, loosening the cap can relieve pressure so sewage drains outside instead of inside.
Sewage coming into the home, an overflowing toilet that will not stop, or a blocked main line affecting the whole house should be treated as an emergency. A single slow sink can usually wait for a regular appointment.
Call California Drain Experts when faced with a drain problem that requires immediate attention. We have technicians available round-the-clock in California who will help you clear your clogged drains and fix your plumbing.
A problem with a slowly draining pipe may develop into an urgent drain problem during the night. Contact us now for around-the-clock service.
Regarding any questions you may have regarding our drain cleaning services, pricing, areas we cover and scheduling.
For property managers, landlords and other commercial clients interested in having monthly plans.
For our current customers with inquiries regarding past services, bills or appointments.
Fill out the form below and we’ll get back to you within 24 hours.
