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Drain & sewer service in Norfolk, Winchester & Wilmington
Drain and sewer services, from slow sink to sewer line.
Clogs cleared, lines inspected with a camera, and sewer and water lines replaced by our own excavation crews, with a written price before any work starts.
- ★ 4.8 Google rating
- Written price before work starts
- 2-hour arrival windows
- Licensed, insured, background-checked
Why drains clog
We find out why it's clogging, not just where.
A drain that keeps backing up usually has a cause further down the line: wipes, grease, roots or a pipe that's sagged or cracked.
Our techs clear the clog, tell you what they found and, when it keeps coming back, show you on camera what's going on inside the line. If a sewer or water line needs replacing, our own crews do the digging, so there's no hand-off to another company. On one Norfolk job the trench kept caving in the sandy soil, so the crew stayed until it was done, then levelled the yard and planted new grass for the homeowner.
How pricing works
- Book online or call. We tell you the trip fee before we book.
- We find the problem. Powell's explains what's wrong and your options.
- You approve a written price. Flat-rate, signed before any work starts.
- We fix it and clean up. Photos of the finished job come with your invoice.
Drain & sewer services
Slow drain, backup or a line that needs replacing?
From a single clogged sink to a full sewer line replacement, our own crews handle it.
Drains
Sewer & water lines
Sewer Camera Inspection
See inside the line before anyone digs, and know what you're paying for.
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Sewer Line Repair & Replacement
Cracked, sagging or root-filled lines dug up and replaced by our crews.
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Water Line Repair & Replacement
Leaking or failing water service lines replaced from the meter to the house.
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What customers say about our drain and sewer work
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Our drain & sewer work
Recent drain and sewer jobs
Photos from the job: cleanouts, trenches, new lines and the yard put back afterwards.
Drain & sewer FAQs
Questions before you call about a drain
What causes clogs, what to do if sewage backs up, and whether we'll need to dig.
How much does drain cleaning cost? +
Are “flushable” wipes safe to flush? +
No. Wipes sold as flushable don't break down the way toilet paper does, and they're one of the most common things we pull out of clogged lines. Put them in the trash.
What does gurgling in my drains or toilet mean? +
Gurgling or bubbling usually means air is being pushed past a partial blockage further down the line. If more than one fixture is doing it, the problem is likely in the main sewer line. Call before it turns into a backup.
What should I do if sewage is backing up? +
Stop using water in the house right away: no flushing, showers, laundry or dishwasher. Keep people and pets away from the area, then call us.
Will you have to dig up my yard? +
Not always. A camera inspection shows where the problem is and what shape the line is in, so we only dig where it's needed. When a line does need replacing, our own crews do the excavation and backfill.
What warranty comes with drain and sewer work? +
Sewer and water line replacements are covered for one year, and manufacturer warranties on new materials pass through to you. Drain cleaning isn't covered by a warranty. If a clog keeps coming back, ask about a camera inspection to find the cause.
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