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Tree roots, cracked clay pipe and repeat backups in the line from your house to the street.
In Business Since 1993
Drain Cleaning in Columbus, OH
A kitchen sink full of standing water, a tub that drains in slow motion or a basement floor drain that gurgles. We clear the clog, tell you what caused it and give you a flat price before we start. From our office on West Goodale Boulevard, serving Columbus and Central Ohio 24/7.
Know the Signs
When to Call for Drain Cleaning
Call when a plunger doesn't do it, when the same drain clogs again within weeks, or when a drain smells like sewer. Watch where the clog shows up, too. One slow sink is a local clog. A toilet that bubbles when the tub drains, or a floor drain that fills when the washer empties, means the main line is involved and needs sewer rodding.
Clogged Drain Repair in Columbus
Most clogs have an everyday cause: hair and soap in the bathroom, grease and food in the kitchen, lint in the laundry. We clear them with a cable sized for the pipe, not the biggest machine on the truck, and tell you what we found.
Columbus water is moderately hard to hard, and over the years they help scale form inside drains and on fixtures. In older homes, that scale and decades of buildup make clogs come back faster. If the same drain keeps closing up, a quick camera look tells us whether hydro jetting would clear it for good.
Kitchen Sink Drain Unclogging
The city of Columbus says fats, oils and grease cause sewer blockages and backups into homes, and it starts at the kitchen sink. Grease goes down warm, cools in the pipe and catches food and soap until the sink stops draining.
If water fills the other bowl or the dishwasher drains into the sink, the clog is past the trap. We clear it with a cable, check the line toward the main and show you what came out. If the disposal is part of the problem, see garbage disposal repair.
Why Drains Clog in Columbus Homes
Columbus homes range from 19th-century brick in German Village to new builds in Hilliard and Dublin. Their drains clog for different reasons.
Old Cast Iron in Older Neighborhoods
About 1 in 8 Columbus homes was built before 1940. Old cast iron drains rust and roughen inside, so hair and grease catch easier and clogs return faster.
Basement Floor Drains
A floor drain that backs up when the washer runs means a blockage in the main line. In older neighborhoods, roots in a clay lateral are a common cause.
Newer Homes, Different Clogs
Newer plastic drains are smoother, but they still clog from grease, wipes and hair. The fix is usually quick, and we'll show you how to keep it from coming back.
Sewer Drain Clearing
When every drain in the house slows down at once, or water comes up through the basement floor drain, the clog is in the main sewer drain. Clearing it takes a sewer machine that reaches the whole lateral from the cleanout.
We clear the main line, then camera it so you can see what caused it. In Columbus, the lateral is the homeowner's responsibility, so knowing whether it's a one-time clog or a cracked pipe matters. We'll walk you through sewer rodding, hydro jetting or a sewer repair if you need one.
The J. Blanton Difference614-547-6516
Why Choose J. Blanton for Drain Cleaning?
Every truck carries the cables and the camera to clear most drains in one visit.
1. Nights and Weekends
A backed-up drain doesn't wait for Monday. Our line is open 24/7.
2. A Flat Price First
Your technician explains the options and gives you a flat rate before any work.
3. We Tell You Why
We clear the drain and tell you what caused it, so you're not calling back for the same clog next month.
Customer Stories
Drain Cleaning Reviews
4.7 stars from 5,669+ Google reviews across all J. Blanton locations.
★★★★★
"Super professional and quick, didn't leave any mess behind which I really appreciated since I barely had time to be home for the appointment. Called J Blanton Plumbing for a clogged drain at my house in Hilliard and they had it cleared out faster than I expected, definitely calling them again next time something comes up."
★★★★★
"Unbelievable service and knowledge! Took the time to break down the issue and explain in a way where I felt comfortable moving forward. The work was done with no issues and they even filled me in on some work that would be needed in the future. All of this, and I only called to schedule two days before!"
★★★★★
"John Hogan arrived on time and provided great service. He gave me an estimate before starting, was very thorough and tidy and even gave me good information about what might be needed in the near future to further address the situation with my bathtub drain. Very knowledgeable, courteous and friendly- instills confidence!"
Got Questions?
Drain Cleaning Questions From Columbus Homeowners
It depends on where the clog is and what's causing it. You get a flat price first.
It depends on where the clog is, how far down the line it sits and what's causing it. A slow bathroom sink is a different job than a main line backup. We give you a flat price before any work begins.
Yes. It hardens in the pipe and can cause sewer backups into homes.
Yes. Grease goes down as a liquid and hardens as it cools, coating the pipe and catching food and soap. The City of Columbus says grease causes blockages and backups into homes. Let it cool and throw it in the trash instead.
Yes. Our Goodale Boulevard office serves Columbus and the suburbs around it.
Yes. Our office on West Goodale Boulevard serves Columbus neighborhoods and nearby communities like Hilliard, Dublin, Upper Arlington, Grandview Heights and Bexley, with the same flat-rate pricing and a 24/7 phone line.
Yes, when the clog keeps coming back. It gets to the actual cause instead of masking it.
If the clog comes back within days, or you're dealing with slow drains in multiple fixtures, store-bought solutions are masking the problem, not fixing it. Professional drain cleaning gets to the actual cause, which is almost always cheaper than letting it go and dealing with a backup or pipe damage later.
Annual Protection Plan
Join the No Drip Club
Most plumbing problems start small. The No Drip Club brings a J. Blanton plumber to your home for regular maintenance, so small issues get caught before they turn into big repairs.
- Two Free Professional Maintenance Visits per Year
- 10% Discount on All General Plumbing & Sewer Services
- 5-Year Parts and Labor Warranty on Approved Projects
- VIP Priority Scheduling Status (Skip the Queue)
What We Fix
Plumbing Services in Columbus
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Water Heaters
Repair and replacement for tank and tankless water heaters that leak, make noise or run out of hot water too fast.
Sump Pumps
Sump pump repair, replacement and battery backups to keep your basement dry through heavy rain.
Burst & Frozen Pipes
Repair for pipes that froze or burst, from basement water lines to outdoor spigots.
Toilets & Fixtures
Running toilets, leaky faucets and new fixture installs for kitchens and bathrooms.
Emergency Plumbing
Burst pipes, sewer backups and no hot water, any time of day or night.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
Ready to Stop Thinking About Your Drains?
Our Columbus office is at 1387 W. Goodale Blvd, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve Grandview Heights, Upper Arlington, Clintonville, Victorian Village, German Village, Bexley, Hilliard, Dublin and more.
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