A slow-draining sink or a gurgling shower might seem like a minor inconvenience, but left untreated, partial drain blockages become complete blockages — and complete blockages become costly water damage events. Summit Plumbing's professional drain cleaning service goes far beyond pouring a chemical down the pipe. We use professional-grade equipment, including motorized drain snakes, high-pressure hydro-jetting systems, and video pipe cameras, to clear blockages completely and confirm the line is fully open.
The Austin area presents unique drain challenges. Older neighborhoods like Hyde Park, Zilker, and Bouldin Creek often have aging cast iron or clay sewer lines prone to root intrusion and corrosion-related buildup. Newer developments in North Austin and Round Rock deal with grease accumulation and construction debris that finds its way into drain systems during the building process. Summit Plumbing's technicians are trained to recognize these root causes and select the right tool for the specific situation — not just the cheapest or easiest option.
We also believe that drain cleaning is an opportunity to learn something important about your plumbing system. After clearing a blockage, our technicians can deploy a video inspection camera to review the condition of the pipe itself — identifying cracks, root infiltration, or mineral buildup that could cause future problems. This diagnostic step often saves our customers thousands of dollars by catching small issues before they become catastrophic ones.
Whether you're dealing with a kitchen drain caked in grease, a bathroom drain packed with hair and soap scum, or a main sewer line that's backed up entirely, Summit Plumbing has the equipment and expertise to restore full flow. Returning customers get 15% off every drain cleaning visit, and first-time customers referred by a friend arrive knowing they're working with Austin's most trusted plumbing team.
Our Process
Inspection & Diagnosis
Our technician starts by asking the right questions — where the slow drain is, how long it's been happening, and whether multiple drains are affected. This helps us pinpoint whether the blockage is localized (like a bathroom trap) or systemic (like a main sewer line issue) before we begin.
Blockage Removal
Using the appropriate tool for the specific clog — a motorized drain snake for standard blockages, hydro-jetting for heavy grease or mineral buildup, or root-cutting equipment for sewer line intrusions — we clear the line completely, not just partially.
Post-Clearance Camera Check
Where warranted, we run a video inspection camera through the cleared line to visually confirm full flow and check the pipe's structural condition. Any concerns are shared with you on-screen and in writing.
Recommendations & Maintenance Plan
We walk you through what caused the blockage, what we found during inspection, and what — if anything — needs to be addressed in the near future. For customers with older lines or recurring issues, we offer a tailored maintenance schedule to keep things flowing year-round.