Drain Cleaning in Atlanta, GA
Plumbing Express clears clogged drains across Metro Atlanta with hydro jetting, snaking, and sewer cleaning. Call (678) 439-9540 for same-day service.
Professional Drain Cleaning Service in Atlanta, GA
Plumbing Express removes tough clogs and restores full drainage for homes across Metro Atlanta. Our licensed plumbers use hydro jetting, motorized snaking, and camera inspections to fix drain problems the same day you call. Founded in 2007 and led by Managing Partner Tyrus Gailey, a Georgia Tech graduate, our team brings over 35 years of combined plumbing experience to every job. A 4.9-star rating from 1,999+ verified reviews and upfront pricing on every call are reasons homeowners from Buckhead to Brookhaven trust us when their drains stop working.
Call (678) 439-9540 now for same-day drain cleaning in Atlanta, GA.
Warning Signs of a Clogged Drain
Small drain problems grow into costly repairs when left alone. Watch for these symptoms:
Slow drainage: Water pools in sinks, tubs, or showers instead of draining within seconds. A partial blockage is forming inside your pipe.
Gurgling sounds: Air trapped behind a clog pushes through water in your P-trap. You may hear bubbling from toilets or floor drains when other fixtures run.
Sewage odors: Food waste, grease, or organic buildup decomposing inside pipes produces foul smells near sinks and floor drains.
Water backing up into other fixtures: When you flush a toilet and water rises in a shower drain, the blockage is in your main sewer line.
Multiple slow drains at once: If the kitchen sink, bathroom shower, and laundry drain all slow down together, the blockage sits deeper in your plumbing system. If you notice any of these issues, call our team before a partial clog becomes a full backup.
How Our Plumbers Clear Clogged Drains
Every clog is different. Our technicians assess the problem first, then choose the right method for your pipe type and blockage.
Hydro Jetting
Plumbing Express uses commercial-grade hydro jetting equipment that delivers up to 4,000 PSI of pressurized water through your pipes. This method scours grease, mineral scale, soap buildup, and tree roots from pipe walls. Unlike snaking, hydro jetting cleans the full interior diameter of the pipe, reducing the chance of repeat clogs.
Camera Line Inspection
Before we start cleaning, we often run a camera line inspection to locate the problem. A waterproof camera on a flexible cable travels through your pipes and sends live video to a monitor. This lets us pinpoint clog locations, find cracks or bellied sections, and decide whether a pipe needs cleaning or replacement.
Motorized Drain Snaking
For standard household clogs, a motorized drain snake cuts through the blockage and restores flow. Our plumbers carry several snake sizes for different pipe diameters, from 1.5-inch bathroom lines to 4-inch main drains.
Drain Cleaning for Every Part of Your Home
Kitchen Drains
Grease is the number one cause of kitchen drain clogs in Atlanta homes. Cooking oil cools inside your pipes, hardens, and traps food particles until water can barely pass. Our plumbers clear grease blockages and flush the line so your kitchen sink drains fast again. If your garbage disposal connects to a slow drain, we inspect both the unit and the pipe.
Bathroom Drains
Hair and soap scum combine to form dense clogs in shower drains, bathtub drains, and sink P-traps. These blockages worsen over time and cause standing water. We remove the buildup and check the vent stack to make sure air flows through the drain system properly.
Main Sewer Line Cleaning
When multiple fixtures back up at the same time, the clog is almost always in your main sewer line. Tree roots, accumulated waste, and pipe deterioration are common causes in older Atlanta neighborhoods like Grant Park, Virginia-Highland, and East Lake, where pre-1970 homes still rely on original clay or cast iron pipes. Our crew handles sewer line cleaning and repair using hydro jetting and root-cutting equipment. If the camera reveals structural damage, we discuss sewer drain replacement options before starting any work.
Emergency Drain Service in Atlanta
A backed-up sewer line or overflowing drain cannot wait. Plumbing Express provides emergency drain cleaning for homeowners across Metro Atlanta, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Our dispatchers answer the phone live, 24 hours a day. We send a licensed plumber with the right tools to resolve the problem on the first visit.
Plumbing Express employs only W-2 technicians who pass background checks and carry active Georgia plumbing licenses. We do not use subcontractors. When you search for drain cleaning near me and call our number, a full-time member of our team arrives at your door.
Call (678) 439-9540 any time for emergency service.
Tips to Keep Your Drains Clear
Professional cleaning solves existing problems. These habits help prevent new ones:
Never pour cooking grease or oil down the sink. Scrape plates into the trash before rinsing. Use a mesh strainer to catch food scraps.
Place drain covers over shower and tub drains to catch hair. Clean the covers weekly. Only flush toilet paper, nothing else.
Check washing machine hoses for kinks. Clean the lint trap on your washer’s discharge hose if your floor drain runs slow.
Run hot water for 30 seconds after each use. Once a month, pour a half cup of baking soda followed by white vinegar into each drain. Flush with hot water after 15 minutes.
For homes with older cast iron or clay sewer lines, we recommend professional drain cleaning once a year. Annual service keeps buildup in check and lets our team spot problems early.
Why Atlanta Homeowners Call Plumbing Express
Licensed and insured W-2 employees
Every technician on our team is a background-checked, full-time employee. We do not send subcontractors to your home.
Upfront pricing
You receive a written price before any work begins. No hidden fees, no surprise charges.
4.9-star reputation
Over 1,999 homeowners have reviewed our work, making Plumbing Express one of the highest-rated plumbing companies in Metro Atlanta.
Same-day scheduling
Most drain cleaning appointments happen the same day you call. We respect your time and show up within the scheduled window.
Full-service plumbing
Beyond drains, we handle leak detection, water heater service, water line repair, whole-house repiping, and every general plumbing repair in between.
Guaranteed work
If the same clog returns within our warranty period, we come back at no extra cost.
What Atlanta Homeowners Say About Plumbing Express
Our 4.9-star rating comes from 2,000+ Google reviews written by real homeowners across Metro Atlanta. Here is what a few of them had to say.
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Service couldn’t be completed due to needing a new system. We appreciate the very informative visit as well as insight that could help after a new unit install.
Plumbing Express was great. I had a failed sump pump that had partially overflowed into the basement. Nasty. Josh was the tech that did the work. He was efficient, neat and courteous. I will use Plumbing Express if I have any other plumbing needs and I will recommend them to my family and friends.
The technician was very knowledgeable and professional. I believe they did a very good job.
Ron was our second plumber from this company. The first plumber came, examined pipes and said he found no leak, even though we had experiences a large amount of water leaking from the ceiling in the finished basement. Several days later we had another leak-same area but less water the second time. Ron came in, listened to our frustration and did a more thorough inspection of the pipes and identified the problem. He was very personable and professional. On his third visit, we had several replacement pipes installed and are without leaks again. Our frustration, with the situation, was my son had used your company to replace pipes when he purchased the home and founding out not all the pipes were included with that process.
Tim arrived on time and was very professional. He took his time to explain the problem and the process it would take fix the water line.
Called Plumbing Express as tankless hot water not operating. Their website states "Get Free Plumbing Quote ". When service man showed up an looked at unit he said there would be a $207 charge to look into unit in order to give me a quote to fix unit. Due to not having hot water and time required to get another company to address the problem I agreed to pay $207 for quote. After looking in unit I was told he would not be able to fix due to age of unit and parts not available. I think he should have said parts not available when seeing model number on front of unit and I would not have wasted $207.
Outstanding customer service, we will definitely be using them in the future for any plumbing needs. Can’t thank them enough!
Extremely knowledgeable and very helpful. The team was excellent. The job was completed in 1 day with a great team. Very expressive.
Daniel Perez was great in coming out to check the problem I had with a water leak from my air conditioner line. His recommendation was correct.
Great and informative service while I was in a bind without a functioning water heater.
Plumbing Express is my go-to plumbing support team. They have fair pricing, well-vetted technicians, and a truly exceptional scheduling system. Rod, my technician, was the best. He quickly assessed the problem and gave a fair estimate, working hard to keep to the schedule. He even brought Josh along on the day of service, and the two of them worked well together. They addressed the bathtub drain repair with expertise and caused the least sheetrock damage. It was difficult to replace the broken pipe and get to the upstairs drain, but together they made it a success.
Daniel did a great job and was very professional during his service call last week!
Rod and Josh did an awesome job taking care of my clogged sinks. Knowledgable, professional and great to work with - I really appreciated their help today and would highly recommend them and Plumbing Express!
Daniel was excellent. The work he did was simply superb. I highly recommend your company and hopefully Daniel will get more and more work
Dylan from Plumbing Express came over and replaced our garbage disposal for us. It was older, had a massive leak, and needed to be replaced. He did a great job and was in and out in about 30 minutes! I also asked him to check out a potential leak I had been hearing in my ceiling. He used a thermal camera to investigate and was very honest and upfront about what he found. Rather than immediately cutting into the drywall to confirm something uncertain, he explained that the sound could simply be pipes expanding and that opening the wall might be unnecessary. He recommended monitoring the area and waiting to see if a wet spot appears, which would clearly indicate an actual leak. I really appreciated that he didn’t try to upsell or push unnecessary work. Overall, great service and a great guy. They will definitely be our go-to plumbing service from now on.
Once again we had some problems under our kitchen sink so we called Plumbing Express who were able to get us on their schedule pretty quickly after these storms Tim Robinson came out to do the job. Tim has been to our house for a number of different plumbing problems. He is personable & professional. As usual he did a great job even though this particular problem turned out to be far more difficult than anyone had expected. As frustrating as it was, Tim worked through it until he finished the job. We can't thank him enough.
Anthony was very competent, professional and friendly. He answered all my questions throughly. Highly recommend!
Anthony has come to my house a few times and he is always very professional, respectful of me and my home. He is also very knowledgeable in his craft.
TOTAL HOME RE-PLUMB. Our neighborhood has had so many homes experiencing water leaks (hundreds) that many of us have chosen to re-plumb before it happens. Based on my own experience speaking with four different plumbing companies, and speaking with several of our neighbors, I decided on Plumbing Express. They are knowledgeable, professional and very responsive to any questions along the way. Their price was fair and it’s one price for the whole job. You won’t have to find someone to repair and paint drywall. They have their own people or contractors to do that so your house looks perfect when they finish. I would highly recommend Plumbing Express to anyone needing to have their house re-plumbed. EDIT: Ed was the initial person I spoke to. His experience, knowledge and easygoing (non-salesman like) demeanor was greatly appreciated. Ivan was my point of contact for any questions and he was friendly and as I said, very responsive. He also installed a Moen smart valve in our home. Dylan plumbed the exterior of our home to the street while another crew did the interior re-plumbing. I’m very pleased with all of them.
Dylan did a great job fixing our Rinnai hybrid water heater. He didn’t try to do the typical “oh it’s over 5 years old you need a new one” that so many companies do. We really appreciated that! He did need to order parts, but they came in quickly and he was very efficient.
We had an excellent experience with Plumbing Express. They repiped my entire home and also handled all of the drywall repair and repainting afterward. When they were finished, it honestly looked like they had never been there—everything was spotless and perfectly restored. Ed Torres, the estimator, was wonderful to work with: extremely knowledgeable, professional, and thorough in explaining the process. Ivan Del Campo was my office contact, and he was fantastic at keeping me informed every step of the way, which I really appreciated. The team of four plumbers who removed the old piping and completed the actual repipe did an outstanding job. They were professional, hardworking, and efficient, and it was clear they took pride in their work. They answered questions when needed and were respectful of my home throughout the entire process. Kenny and Waldy, did a great job on the painting and drywall. They took a house that looked like swiss cheese and now you'd never know! From start to finish, the entire team was professional, communicative, and detail-oriented. I highly recommend Plumbing Express to anyone needing major plumbing work done right. It's not fun money to spend, but if you're in need-these are the guys to call.
Daniel was very professional and transparent. Also, this is the second time he has been to my home to repair a plumbing issue and his quality of work is A plus. GOOD JOB!
Dylan did a great job. He was very professional and courteous. Would highly recommend their services.
I would recommend Plumbing Express to anyone for repiping services. I got initial quotes from 4 different plumbers for replacing PB pipe, and Ed was by far the most knowledgable, informative, and personable that I interacted with. Price was also hard to beat, especially considering the drywall repair was included. The crews that came out to work were on-time and worked quickly. The drywall repair was seamless; as many others have said, it is impossible to know there were ever any holes in the walls. Throughout the entire process, Ivan stayed in contact and communicated proactively and clearly. Any issues or concerns we had were addressed promptly. The only complaint we had was that some of the workers didn’t clean up thoroughly after themselves and left behind debris/trash. One piece left was a metal piece from a pipe that could’ve damaged our lawnmower if it hadn’t been found. In general though, the work spaces were left clean. Overall, we’re very happy with the quality of work done and customer service experience. These guys know what they’re doing.
It was an easy and professional service. Execution and customer service is really really good. Anytime again. 5 stars if prices would be a bit cheaper.
Many thanks to Dylan for all of the work he put in yesterday to replace my hot water heater. It was an absolute pleasure to meet such a kind man who completed such a laborious task in such a short timeline, both skillfully and efficiently. Great communication all around, from the office updates on arrival timelines to expected finish time. Will absolutely recommend you in the future. Thanks again for your hard work! Happy New Year!
Tim and his crew did great work in replacing a water line at my home. They attended promptly, completed all work on time and cleaned up fully. Highly recommend Tim for any plumbing work.
This company is great - super easy to schedule, get in touch with them, good availability. Rod and Daniel are awesome and have been to our house multiple times and go above and beyond for us!!!! Cannot recommend this company more!!
Rod made a quick adjustment to our toilet system and explained how it all worked. Took just a few minutes. He’s a great guy, too
Rod came same day within 30 minutes of my call for no hot water. He checked both my tanks and got pilot light back on and flaring. He explained a lot about my units and left me quotes. If needed in future. He was very knowledgeable and professional. Thank you
Dylan was so kind. Our water heater had a leak that caused some damage and he came out today to assess and give us a quote for replacement. He was very professional and knowledgeable.
Rod came to our house today to sort out an issue. He was so awesome, he smiles, he has the best manners, he’s do kind and polite and was so efficient. Love this service so much
After finding out that my home of 21 years had a leak in the slab, I discovered that the slab was full of polybutylene and I would need my entire home repiped. I spoke with three different plumbers before discovering Plumbing Express. Ivan came to my home right away and thoroughly explained the process and the cost. He answered all my questions and it was an easy choice to choose this company. The crew (Lucio, Ben, Jose and Rad) arrived on time and got the repiping done in one day. They were pleasant and did a great job. The next two days, Flaniel arrived to do the dry wall and painting. Like the crew the day before, furniture and carpet was covered to protect my home. He was meticulous and did his job like an expert. He went over and above expectations. This company has its act together ! They are not pulling subcontractors but are using their own w-2 well-trained employees. What a difference this makes!
The specialist was very polite and knowledgeable. I will definitively call then back.
Tim Robinson did a fantastic job for installing upgrades for my kitchen sink, shower kit and bathroom faucets and pivoted to fix an unforeseen issue that came up which he resolved
Great service. Explained everything including giving helpful tips for maintaining.
Came for a service call and gave the relevant info and a fast quote for free
I had a wonderful experience with this company, specifically Tray! He's knowledgeable, polite and goes above and beyond to get the job done. Hire more people like Tray!!!
Thanks so much for taking care of our hot water heater! Great communication, great response time, and very polite and professional!. I will be keeping this contact number saved in my contacts for any future plumbing issues. I highly recommend this company!
Drain Cleaning Questions Atlanta Homeowners Ask
How much does drain cleaning cost in Atlanta?
Cost depends on the clog location and method required. A sink snaking costs less than hydro jetting a main sewer line. We provide an upfront quote before starting.
How long does a typical drain cleaning take?
Most jobs take one to two hours. Main sewer line cleaning or camera inspection jobs may take longer.
Is hydro jetting safe for older pipes?
Yes, when performed by a licensed plumber who adjusts the pressure to match the pipe material. We inspect the line with a camera first to confirm your pipes can handle the treatment.
How often should I schedule professional drain cleaning?
Once a year works for most homes. Older homes with cast iron or clay pipes may benefit from cleaning every six to twelve months.
What is the difference between snaking and hydro jetting?
A drain snake pushes a flexible cable through a clog to break it apart. Hydro jetting uses pressurized water to clean the entire pipe wall. Snaking clears the blockage, while hydro jetting removes the buildup that caused it, so clogs return less often.
Do you clean commercial drains?
Yes. Plumbing Express services restaurant floor drains, commercial kitchen lines, and office building plumbing. Call (678) 439-9540 for a commercial estimate.
Our Service Areas
Serving Metro Atlanta, North Georgia, and Surrounding Communities
Plumbing Express provides plumbing, repiping, water heater, and drain cleaning services to homeowners across Metro Atlanta and North Georgia. Our licensed plumbers know the plumbing systems in this region, from aging polybutylene pipes in 1980s subdivisions to clay sewer lines in older neighborhoods.
We serve the following counties and communities:
Don’t see your city listed? We likely serve your area too. Visit our full service area page or call (678) 439-9540 to confirm availability at your address.
Get Your Drains Flowing Again Today
Slow drains, foul odors, and sewage backups get worse every day you wait. Call (678) 439-9540 or schedule your appointment online now. Same-day service is available today.