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What Rooter Pros customers ask us most about drain cleaning, sewer lines, pricing and scheduling. Don't see your question? Call (818) 669-9019 and a real person will answer it.
Updated October 2026 · Rooter Pros · CSLB #917630
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15 questions in four groups:
- Pricing & offers — $49 new-customer coupon, free estimates, discounts
- Service & scheduling — 24/7, areas, licensing
- Drains — jetting vs. snaking, prevention
- Sewer lines — replacement, trenchless, laterals

Free estimates on drains, camera inspections and hydro jetting. New customers: $49 drain cleaning coupon (Mon–Fri 7am–5pm, accessible cleanout, terms apply). 10% off for seniors, active military & veterans. CSLB #917630.
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What it costs and how we price.
How much does drain cleaning cost?
Call us for a free estimate on clearing a sink, tub or toilet drain. Main line drain cleaning depends on access and what's in the line, so call for a quote. New customers can use our $49 first-time customer coupon: one drain or line, Monday–Friday 7am–5pm, accessible ground-level cleanout required, one per household, not valid with other offers. The final price depends on the clog, the line and access — we quote a flat rate upfront and you approve it before work starts. Rooter Pros, CSLB #917630. See Honest Pricing.
Do you offer senior or military discounts?
Yes — 10% off any service for senior citizens, active military and veterans. Mention it when you call.
Do you charge extra for nights, weekends or holidays?
No. We price flat-rate and upfront, day or night, with no overtime charges.
Do you give free estimates?
Yes. Estimates are free, and the price is agreed before work begins — never hourly surprises.
Service & scheduling
When, where and who.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency service?
Yes. We're open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays. Call (818) 669-9019 for sewage backups, burst pipes, major leaks or no water. See emergency plumber.
What areas do you serve?
We're a mobile plumbing company based in the Burbank area and serve roughly 50 miles around it — Burbank, Glendale, Pasadena, Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley, Santa Clarita and eastern Ventura County. See every city and ZIP code on our service areas page.
How long does drain cleaning take?
A typical single-drain clog is usually cleared in one visit. Main lines, heavy grease, roots or difficult access take longer. We'll tell you what to expect once we've seen the problem — before work starts.
Are you licensed?
Yes. Rooter Pros holds California CSLB license #917630.
Drains
Clogs, jetting and prevention.
Hydro jetting or snaking — which do I need?
A snake punches a hole through a clog, which is often enough for a single fixture. Hydro jetting scours the whole pipe wall and is better for grease, scale and roots. See hydro jetting vs. snaking and hydro jetting.
How can I prevent clogs?
Keep grease, wipes and hair out of drains, use strainers and hair catchers, and run hot water after use. Our guides cover what not to flush, disposal dos and don'ts and why drains keep clogging.
Should I use chemical drain cleaner?
We don't recommend it. Chemicals rarely clear hair or grease clogs fully, can damage older pipes, and are a hazard for whoever works on the drain next. Try these chemical-free steps instead.
Sewer lines
Laterals, replacement and inspections.
How do I know if I need sewer line replacement?
Repeat backups, more than one drain backing up, gurgling, sewage smells and soggy patches in the yard are warning signs. A camera inspection shows whether it's a cleaning, a spot repair or replacement. Read the 7 signs your sewer line is failing.
What is trenchless sewer replacement?
Methods that replace or renew a sewer line through small access points instead of digging a trench along its whole length — mainly pipe bursting and cured-in-place lining. Not every line qualifies; the camera decides. See trenchless lining and trenchless vs. digging.
Do you do sewer camera inspections?
Yes. We run a camera through your line, show you the footage live and give you the recording. Call us for a free estimate. See sewer camera inspection.
Who is responsible for the sewer lateral in Los Angeles?
In the City of Los Angeles, the property owner is generally responsible for the house sewer lateral all the way to the city main, including the part under the sidewalk and street. Other cities set their own rules, so check with yours. Buying a home? Inspect the sewer first.
Question not here?
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