Fast, clean, and professional clearing for basement, laundry, utility, and garage floor drains.

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Why your floor drain is backing up (and what we do about it)

Your basement/utility floor drain is the lowest point in the system—so when the main sewer line slows or blocks, water will often rise here first. Laundry discharge, long showers, or heavy use can reveal a restriction. Sometimes the issue is local (lint and soap at the trap); other times it’s downstream in the main.

Common symptoms:

  • Water pooling around the floor drain after laundry or showers
  • Gurgling or sewer odors near the floor drain
  • Slow draining or standing water in the utility room/garage
  • Water returns to the floor drain when the washer drains
  • Repeated clogs shortly after DIY chemical treatments

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Our 4‑Step Floor Drain Clearing Process

1. Diagnose

We locate the best access (floor drain, nearby cleanout, or toilet pull if the main is suspect). We test fixtures and—when helpful—use a color camera to confirm whether the blockage is local or in the main sewer.

2. Clean

We choose the right method for your line:

  • Professional cabling/rodding to cut through lint, soap, hair, and debris
  • Small‑line or main‑line hydro‑jetting to scrub pipe walls and flush roots/grease when needed

3. Verify

We run laundry and fixture tests to ensure full flow is restored and check for leaks at traps and connections.

4. Prevent

We review maintenance, trap primer checks (to keep water in the trap and stop odors), and options like installing an exterior cleanout or backwater valve where appropriate.

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What causes floor drain clogs and backups?

  • Main sewer restriction (roots, scale, grease) sending water back to the lowest drain
  • Lint and soap from washers collecting at the trap/branch line
  • Construction debris or foreign objects entering the floor drain
  • Aging cast‑iron with scale buildup narrowing the pipe
  • Dry trap (odor issue): no water in the trap or a failed trap primer

If we find pipe damage or an offset section, we’ll show you on camera and outline repair options—no pressure, just facts.

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How much does it cost

After a quick diagnosis, we provide a clear, all‑in price. If jetting or camera inspection adds value, we’ll explain why and get your okay first. No surprises. Ask about our limited warranty on cleared lines (line condition applies).

Popular add‑ons:

  • Color sewer camera inspection (video link for your records)
  • Hydro‑jetting for heavy grease/scale or root‑affected mains
  • Trap primer check/repair to prevent odors
  • Exterior cleanout installation for faster future service

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Is it the floor drain… or the main line?

If multiple fixtures are slow or backing up—especially toilets and tubs—the floor drain is likely a symptom of a main‑line issue. We’ll diagnose and clear the right section so the problem doesn’t return.

See Main Sewer Line Cleaning for whole‑home backups.

Service Area

Proudly serving Kenosha, Racine, Pleasant Prairie, Mount Pleasant, Sturtevant, Union Grove, Burlington, Somers, Bristol, Salem Lakes, Paddock Lake, Twin Lakes, Lake Geneva, and surrounding communities.

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FAQs: Floor Drain Clearing

Why does the floor drain back up when the washer runs?

The washer dumps a large volume quickly; if the line downstream is restricted, water backs up to the closest/lowest drain.

What’s a trap primer?

It’s a small line or valve that adds water to the floor drain’s P‑trap so it doesn’t dry out and let odors in. If the trap is dry, pour in water and let us inspect the primer.

Should I use chemical drain openers?

We don’t recommend them—they can damage pipes and create hazards. If you’ve used any, let us know before service.

How long does clearing take?

Most floor‑drain services take 45–90 minutes, depending on access, severity, and whether jetting or camera work is needed.

Can you prevent this from happening again?

Yes—options include periodic cleaning, enzyme treatment for lint/soap lines, ensuring a working trap primer, and addressing main‑line issues if found.

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