Drain Cleaning
Slow, gurgling or backed-up drains in kitchens, bathrooms and basements.
In Business Since 1993
Sewer Rodding in Columbus, OH
When the basement floor drain fills up or every drain in the house slows at once, your main line is blocked. We rod it clear, camera it so you see what caused it and give you one flat price first. Our office on West Goodale Boulevard serves Columbus and Central Ohio, 24/7.
The Basics
What Is Sewer Rodding?
Sewer rodding clears a blocked main line with a long, flexible steel cable fed through a cleanout access point. A cutting head on the end breaks through roots, grease, and debris and pushes the blockage toward the street connection, restoring flow through the pipe. It's the standard first fix for a clogged or backed-up sewer line. For most homes, it's the only fix needed.
When You Need Sewer Rodding
These signs point past the fixture to the main line:
Water Rising From the Floor Drain
The basement floor drain is usually the lowest opening in a Columbus home, so a main line clog shows up there first.
The Toilet Bubbles When the Tub Drains
Air being pushed back through other fixtures means water can't get down the main line.
Every Drain Is Slow
One slow sink is a local clog. Every sink, tub and toilet slowing down together is the main line.
A Store-Bought Snake Didn't Reach
A handheld snake is built for sinks and tubs. A main line clog needs a machine that can reach the full length of the lateral.
What Clogs Columbus Main Lines
We clear main lines in every kind of Columbus home, from century-old brick houses near downtown to newer homes out in Hilliard and Dublin. The causes change with the neighborhood.
Roots in Older Clay Laterals
In older neighborhoods, the lateral is often clay pipe. Roots from mature street and yard trees get in at the joints and catch everything that flows by.
Grease From the Kitchen
The City of Columbus says fats, oils and grease cause sewer blockages and backups into homes. Grease poured down the sink cools, hardens and narrows the line.
Wipes and Paper Towels
So-called flushable wipes don't break down like toilet paper. They snag on roots and rough spots and build into a plug.
When Rodding Isn't Enough
If the line clogs again within months, hydro jetting cleans the whole pipe wall. If the camera finds a crack, a sewer repair is the lasting fix.
The J. Blanton Difference614-547-6516
What We Do Differently
Most people worry less about the clog and more about whether a simple job turns into an expensive one. Here's how we keep it simple.
1. We Look Before We Quote
A camera run shows what's in the line, and you see it too.
2. One Price, Written Down
You get a flat price before we start. If the camera finds something bigger, you decide what happens next.
3. Equipped for One Visit
Rods, cutting heads and a camera are on the truck, so most lines are cleared the same day.
Customer Stories
Sewer Rodding Reviews
4.7 stars from 5,669+ Google reviews across all J. Blanton locations.
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"Zachary did a great job clearing out our sewer line after a clog. He was very professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend him and J. Blanton Plumbing."
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"Freddie Perez, was very professional, hard working and friendly. Completed the job in a timely manner. Thank you"
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"Very helpful with explaining the issue we faced and providing solutions to resolve the problem for good"
Got Questions?
Sewer Rodding Questions From Columbus Homeowners
Older clay lines near trees: about once a year. Newer lines: only when needed.
If your home has an older clay lateral and trees nearby, about once a year keeps roots from closing the pipe. Newer homes with plastic laterals often go years without needing it. A camera check sets the right schedule. See sewer maintenance.
It can be either. Most start in the homeowner's lateral, but the camera shows where the blockage is.
It can be either, but most backups we see start in the lateral, which the homeowner is responsible for in Columbus. Our camera shows where the blockage sits, how far it is from the house and what caused it, so you know where you stand.
It depends on the blockage and how easy the cleanout is to reach. You get a flat price first.
It depends on what's blocking the line and how easy your cleanout is to reach. We give you a flat price before we start. If the camera shows something beyond a standard rod-out, we'll walk you through it and give you a separate price before any extra work.
Rodding clears the blockage. Hydro jetting scours the whole pipe wall, which matters if buildup keeps coming back.
Rodding breaks through roots, debris, or a clog and restores flow fast. It's the right call for a first-time backup or a line that's never been serviced. Hydro jetting scours the entire pipe wall clean, not just the blockage, so if you've had the same line rodded more than once in the past year, jetting is worth discussing with your technician.
Annual Protection Plan
Join the No Drip Club for Year-Round Sewer Protection
Prevent catastrophes before they disrupt your life. The No Drip Club ensures your waste and sewer lines are monitored and serviced regularly by J. Blanton’s absolute best.
- 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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Sewer Repair
Tree roots, cracked clay pipe and repeat backups in the line from your house to the street.
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
Sewer Backing Up? Let's Get It Moving.
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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