How much does commercial drain cleaning cost?
Clearing a line runs $250–$400, hydro jetting a main $700–$1,200 and cleaning a catch basin $250–$400 in DuPage and Will County, with a $350 visit minimum. Here are our price ranges and what typical jobs come to.
Example jobs
| Job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Single kitchen or laundry line cleared | $350–$400 |
| Building main jetted, with camera inspection | $1,000–$1,700 |
| Maintenance visit, 4-building apartment complex | $1,350–$2,250 |
| Parking lot, 6 catch basins cleaned | $1,450–$2,450 |
| Sinking catch basin rebuilt, with asphalt patch | $1,800–$3,000 |
Price ranges
| Item | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Drain cleaning (cable), branch or kitchen line | $250–$400 per line |
| Main line cleaning (cable) | $350–$600 per line |
| Hydro jetting, first 2 hours on site | $700–$1,200 per visit |
| Additional jetting time | $225–$375 per hour |
| Camera inspection with recorded video | $300–$500 per line |
| Locate and mark a problem spot | $125–$225 each |
| Preventive maintenance visit | $350–$550 per building |
| Catch basin cleanout | $250–$400 per basin |
| Storm line jetting between basins | $350–$550 per run |
| Grate replacement or frame reset | $400–$700 each |
| Catch basin rebuild with asphalt patch | $1,800–$3,000 per basin |
Visits have a $350 minimum. Ranges are for DuPage and Will County, Illinois. Your exact price is on your written quote, and anything extra found on site needs your OK first.
What changes the price
- Access. A clean, reachable cleanout is quick. No cleanout, or one buried under landscaping, takes longer.
- Length and build-up. Long mains and heavy grease or roots mean more time with the jetter.
- Number of buildings. Multi-building plans spread the trip cost across every building.
- What the camera finds. Cleaning is one price. A broken pipe needs a separate repair quote.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does commercial drain cleaning cost?
Clearing a single kitchen, laundry or branch line runs $250–$400, and a building main $350–$600. Hydro jetting a main line or stack is $700–$1,200 for the first two hours on site, and a recorded camera inspection is $300–$500 per line. Visits have a $350 minimum. See drain cleaning cost for example jobs.
Why do drain cleaning quotes vary so much?
Access, line length, how much build-up there is and whether the job needs a cable machine or a jetter all change the time on site. We price per line, per building or per basin so you can see exactly what you're paying for.
Is a maintenance plan cheaper than calling when something backs up?
Almost always for multi-family buildings. Scheduled visits are planned work at plan rates, and they prevent the backups that cause water damage, displaced residents and insurance claims.
Is there a minimum charge?
Yes, visits have a $350 minimum, which covers getting a crew and equipment to the property.
Stop paying for the same backup twice.
A maintenance plan costs less than the emergency calls, the water damage and the angry residents.