How much does drain cleaning cost in Portland?

Drain cleaning costs vary based on the type of drain, severity of the clog, and the clearing method required. Main line cleaning and hydro jetting typically cost more than a simple kitchen or bathroom drain clearing. Central Air provides an upfront quote before starting any work so you know exactly what you’ll pay.

What causes clogged drains?

The most common causes are grease and food buildup in kitchen drains, hair and soap scum in bathroom drains, tree root intrusion in main sewer lines, and sediment accumulation in floor drains. In Portland, root intrusion from Douglas firs, maples, and other mature trees is an especially frequent issue.

How often should drains be cleaned?

We recommend professional drain cleaning every 1 to 2 years as preventive maintenance, especially if your home has mature trees nearby or older pipes. If you notice slow drainage, gurgling sounds, or recurring clogs, schedule a cleaning sooner. Homes with a history of root intrusion benefit from annual main line cleaning.

What is hydro jetting and when is it needed?

Hydro jetting uses high-pressure water to clean the interior walls of drain and sewer pipes. It’s effective for removing grease buildup, mineral scale, and tree roots that resist standard cabling. We recommend hydro jetting when clogs recur frequently, when a camera inspection reveals significant buildup, or when a thorough cleaning is needed before pipe relining or repair.

Can you repair a broken sewer line without digging?

In some cases, yes. Depending on the type and location of the damage, trenchless methods may be available as an alternative to traditional excavation. We start with a camera inspection to assess the damage and will recommend the least invasive repair method that will provide a lasting fix for your specific situation.

Do you offer emergency drain cleaning?

Yes. Central Air provides same-day emergency drain cleaning for Portland and surrounding areas. If you’re dealing with a backed-up sewer, overflowing drain, or any drain emergency, call 971-435-7303. We’ll dispatch a technician as quickly as possible.

What’s the difference between drain cleaning and drain repair?

Drain cleaning removes blockages, like grease, roots, and debris, from inside the pipe to restore flow. Drain repair addresses structural problems with the pipe itself, such as cracks, breaks, collapsed sections, or offset joints. If a cleaning reveals structural damage, we’ll discuss repair or replacement options with you and provide upfront pricing.

How do I know if I need sewer line repair?

Warning signs include recurring drain backups even after professional cleaning, sewage odors inside or outside your home, soggy patches in your yard, unusually green grass over the sewer line, or foundation cracks near drain lines. A sewer camera inspection is the most reliable way to determine whether repair is needed.

Drain Clearing in Portland, OregonOR

$99 Drain Clearing

We clear it away, or you don’t pay. Free camera inspection included.

For $99, get one drain flowing again.
Free camera inspection, of accessible lines, no add-on charge.
Same-day service, to get you flowing again.
No charge if we can’t clear it, and you keep the inspection either way.

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Google Rating 3,870+ reviews

“What if it turns out to be more than a clog?” You’ll see it on camera first and get a fixed price to approve or decline. We don’t start any additional work until you sign off.

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What Your $99 Includes

Get your drain flowing again

Your Clog, Cleared

We clear out the clog in one drain: kitchen, bathroom, tub, shower, laundry, toilet, or your main line.

Free Camera Inspection

We run a camera down the line, if it’s accessible, to check for any other issues and to ensure proper clog removal.

Personalized Drain Report

We show you what is inside your pipe, what caused the clog, and how likely it is to occur again.

Fixed, Upfront Pricing

If your line needs more than a clearing, we’ll give you a fixed price to solve the issue. We don’t start any work without your approval.

Clear Away Guarantee

If we can’t get your drain flowing on this visit, then you don’t pay the $99. You still keep the camera inspection and drain report.

Why the camera goes down every time

The clog is a symptom,
not the problem

Clearing a clogged drain gets the water running again, but without looking down your pipe, the drain is likely to clog again. The camera is how you find out why it clogged in the first place.

Some lines need more than a clearing due to heavy root intrusion, a collapsed or bellied pipe, or years of built-up grease. Nobody can tell you that from the top of the drain. Those problems only show up once the camera goes down.

If there are bigger issues in your line, we put it on the screen for you to see, explain what you are seeing, and give you a fixed price before anyone touches anything.

You are never charged for work you didn’t approve, and you are never charged for the diagnosis.

Your Drain Flowing Again -
For Only $99

Don’t fret over extra charges. With our upfront pricing, you know the cost before we do the work.

Book my $99 drain clearing Call 971-435-7303

What the $99 covers Included, nothing extra to pay

Clearing one residential drain line in your kitchen, bathroom, tub, shower, laundry, toilet, or the main line through an accessible cleanout
Professional cabling sized to your pipe
Camera inspection after clearing the line
Personalized drain report

What it doesn't cover Quoted separately, only if needed

Hydro jetting
Excavation, pipe repair, or replacement
Any drain that needs a fixture removed to reach it
A second drain line on the same visit

Same-day service

To get you flowing again

You approve, then we work

We don't start work until you've approved the price.

You see the footage

Every diagnosis is shown on screen, not described.

Local since 2001

Proudly serving the Portland area.

What You Can Expect

No hidden fees. No added costs. Just service you can count on.

Book my $99 drain clearing

Book Your Time

Pick a time at your convenience, and we’ll let you know when the plumber is on the way.

We Clear the Drain

Professional clearing to ensure proper flow without damaging your pipes.

Camera Goes Down

You watch the screen with us to confirm the line is clear and what caused it.

You Get the Report

A personalized drain report based on our findings, including any other recommended repairs.

3,870+ reviews

Book your $99 drain clearing

Fill out the form and we’ll call you back to set up your time. If it’s an emergency, call us.

Schedule at your convenience
Free camera inspection included
No online payment required

Prefer to talk? Call 971-435-7303.

What Portland Homeowners Have to Say

Isla Carl

Central Air sent another great technician - this time to diagnose and address some recent plumbing issues we'd been experiencing. Darian was fantastic! Professional and knowledgeable, he answered all our questions and then some. He took the time needed to install new toilets and several faucets, giving great advice while not trying to upsell us. He treated our home as though it was his own, leaving every work space spotless. Very very happy with the service he and Central Air Heating, Cooling & Plumbing provided! We're not going anywhere else for our heating, AC, and plumbing needs!

Jeannine G.

Cody was super! Very courteous and personable, which in itself rates high in my book. In addition he not only fixed my clogged drains but went the extra mile. When I mentioned other issues with my bathroom fixtures, he discussed possible options for my bathroom sinks and bathtub and looked up various supply centers to give me a ballpark idea of what costs those might incur. I couldn’t ask for a more thorough, competent service. Give him a raise!!!

Judy R.

Kellan from Central Air provided excellent service. He made sure I would not experience gas leaks. He improved clogged drain pipe and the blower wheel. I am much safer now.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it really only $99, or does it turn into more?

It really is only $99 for the clearing and camera inspection, and that price is agreed on before we start.

What we can’t promise is that $99 fixes every possible problem, because some drains are blocked by something a cable can’t solve, like roots growing through or a section of pipe that has collapsed.

If that’s in your line, you will see it on the camera and get a written price for the fix.

What if you can’t clear it?

If we can’t clear it, then you don’t pay.

You get to keep the report and the camera findings at no cost.

Do I need an outside cleanout?

Clogged drains can be caused by a number of potential issues. Just because a drain is clogged inside doesn’t mean that your main line outside is clogged.

With our camera inspection, we will locate the source of the clog and see the condition of your pipes.

Can you come today?

We provide same-day appointments based on our availability.

Book online or call us early to claim a time that fits your schedule.

$99 drain clearing

Get it flowing today

Book my $99 clearing Call 971-435-7303