Drains and Sewers
Clogs, camera inspections, hydro jetting and sewer line repair, explained by licensed plumbers who work on LA County’s clay and cast-iron lines every day.
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Hydro Jetting vs Snaking for Older LA Drain Lines
Snake one slow drain, jet a line that keeps clogging from grease, roots or scale. How to tell which one your drain needs, and when a camera goes first.
Who Is Responsible for the Sewer Line in LA County?
In most of LA County the sewer lateral is yours all the way to the main, even under the street. The rules, the City of LA rebates and what buyers should know.
Kitchen Drain Clogged After Thanksgiving? What Went Wrong
Why the kitchen sink clogs the day after Thanksgiving, what to do with the grease instead, and how to clear it safely on Friday morning.
Sewer Backup After Rain in LA and Why the First Storm Is Worst
The first big storm doesn't break your sewer line, it exposes it. Why LA lines back up in the rain and what to check before the next storm.