Drain Cleaning & Sewer Repair in Houston & Baytown | Done in One Trip

Licensed Master Plumbers (MPL-38162). We don't just dispatch a person, we dispatch a fully stocked mobile warehouse.

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We Bring the Supply House to Your Driveway.

At Blackmon Plumbing, we understand that a backed-up sewer or slow drain is not just an inconvenience—it’s a crisis. When sewage backs up into your home or water pools in your sink, you need a plumber who can fix it now, not schedule multiple trips back to the supply house.

That is why we operate differently than most contractors in the Greater Houston area. We do not work out of small pickup trucks. We dispatch a fleet of fully stocked box vans that serve as mobile warehouses.

Whether you are in The Woodlands, Sugar Land, or our hometown of Baytown, our goal is simple: Diagnose your drain or sewer problem accurately and fix it on the first visit.

(Note: For severe grease buildup or heavy root impaction, we dispatch our dedicated Trailer-Mounted Hydro-Jetter. This industrial unit delivers 4,000 PSI at 18 GPM to scour lines completely clean.)

What We Carry on the Truck for Drain & Sewer

Many plumbing delays happen because the technician shows up with a small, handheld snake that can’t reach the city main. At Blackmon, our vans are actively circulating through Houston carrying industrial-grade equipment to clear stoppages on the first attempt.

For Drain & Sewer calls, our trucks arrive stocked with:

Industrial Cable Machines (Snakes): We do not use “consumer-grade” augers. We use heavy-duty commercial drum machines capable of running hundreds of feet of cable. This allows us to clear stoppages all the way to the city tap or septic inlet.
Specialized Cutter Heads: We carry a variety of attachment heads—including spade cutters for grease and shark-tooth cutters for roots—to punch through tough blockages.
Ridgid Sewer Cameras: We carry waterproof self-leveling cameras on the truck to inspect the line immediately after flow is restored.
Digital Locators: If the line is broken underground, we use radio-frequency locators to pinpoint the exact spot of the break—down to the inch—before we ever pick up a shovel.
PVC Schedule 40 Pipe & Fittings: If a repair is needed, we have the code-compliant pipe and fittings on board to fix it now.

How We Perform Drain & Sewer Repair Correctly

As a company holding Texas Responsible Master Plumber License MPL-38162, we hold ourselves to a higher standard than the “quick fix” handyman. We diagnose, we clear, and we verify.

Step 1: Clearing the Line (The Mechanical Clean)
We begin by running our Heavy-Duty Cable Machine through the line. Unlike shorter cables used by budget drain cleaners, our equipment is designed to travel the full length of your sewer system (hundreds of feet) to locate and clear the blockage, whether it’s under the house or near the street.
Step 2: Camera Inspection & Diagnosis
Once flow is restored, we don’t just pack up. We insert a high-resolution camera to see why it clogged.
- Was it just wipes/debris? The job is done.
- Is it heavy roots or grease? We may recommend bringing in our Trailer-Mounted Hydro-Jetter to scrub the pipe walls back to their original diameter.
Is the pipe broken? We locate the break for repair.
Step 3: The Repair Protocol (If Needed)
If the camera reveals a collapsed pipe or a “belly” (sagging line), we perform a permanent repair via Tunneling or Excavation.

Protect Your Foundation Warranty:

Many foundation companies require a Master Plumber’s test report to validate their warranty. Because we are licensed, our testing and repair reports are certified and accepted by insurers and warranty companies. Unlicensed drain cleaners cannot provide this protection.

No Trenchless Patches:

We dig to the problem, cut out the bad section, and replace it with new Schedule 40 PVC. We do not use temporary liners.

Safety & Code Compliance for Sewer Lines

Plumbing is not just about water flow; it is about sanitation and safety. Improper sewer repair can lead to sewage backups, contamination, and foundation failure.

We strictly adhere to the International Plumbing Code (IPC) and local city amendments, whether you are in Houston, Pasadena, or Conroe.

Sanitation Standards: We ensure all sewer lines have the proper slope (fall) so waste flows away from your home by gravity, preventing future clogs.
Permitting: For main line excavations and tunnel jobs, we pull the necessary permits with the City of Houston Permitting Center (or your local municipality). This protects your home’s value and ensures the work passes city inspection.
Licensed Professionals: You are allowing a background-checked, uniformed professional into your home, not a subcontractor.

Why We Don't Use "Band-Aid" Fixes

In the plumbing industry, a “cheap” repair is often the most expensive one you will ever buy because it has to be done twice. Here is why we do things differently:

Vs. Chemical Drain Cleaners

Many homeowners (and some plumbers) use chemicals like Drano or sulfuric acid to dissolve clogs. This is a terrible idea. These chemicals generate heat and eat away at the glue joints in your PVC pipes. Over time, this causes pipe collapse and leaks. We use industrial cable machines and, when needed, Hydro-Jetting—high-pressure water that is safe for your pipes and far more effective at removing buildup.

Vs. Trenchless Pipe Lining (Patches)

Some companies offer “trenchless” solutions where they insert a resin liner inside your existing pipe. While this sounds convenient, it is a temporary fix. In Houston’s shifting clay soil, ground movement causes these liners to crack and separate. We perform permanent excavation and replacement. Yes, it involves digging. But it is a one-time fix that lasts for decades.

Vs. $99 Drain Cleaning Scams

You have seen the ads: “$99 Drain Cleaning!” What they do not tell you is that they will only snake the first few feet of your line. If the clog is deeper, they upsell you. We offer flat-rate pricing for a complete job. We clear the entire main line from the house to the street. We do not play bait-and-switch games.

Common Drain Issues by Neighborhood

The Greater Houston area has diverse geography, and that affects your plumbing. Here is what we see most often in different zones:

North Houston (The Woodlands, Conroe, Spring, Kingwood)

This area is known for its beautiful pine and oak trees. Unfortunately, these trees have aggressive root systems that seek out moisture in your sewer lines. Once roots invade, they grow into thick mats that block the pipe completely. We specialize in industrial cable machines with root-cutting attachments, and for severe cases, we dispatch our Trailer-Mounted Hydro-Jetter to scour the line clean.

West Houston (Katy, Cypress, Sugar Land, Richmond)

The clay soil in this area expands and contracts dramatically with moisture changes. This movement causes pipes to shift, creating “bellies” (low spots where waste pools) or sheared connections. We use camera inspection and digital locators to find these breaks. Then we perform tunneling to replace the damaged section with properly sloped PVC.

Older Neighborhoods (Houston Heights, Montrose, Galveston)

Many older homes have cast iron sewer lines. Cast iron corrodes from the inside, causing scale buildup and eventually collapse. If your home was built before 1980, there is a good chance you have cast iron. We specialize in replacing old cast iron with smooth PVC Schedule 40 pipe, which will not corrode and provides better flow.

Do You Need a Cleaning or a Main Line Repair?

We believe in honest, upfront pricing. We will never sell you a replacement if a cleaning is all you need. Here is how to know:

You likely just need a Cleaning if:

Your drains are slow but still draining
You hear gurgling sounds in your toilets or sinks
The problem started recently and is getting worse
You have never had your main line professionally cleaned

You likely need a Repair (Excavation) if:

Sewage is backing up into your home through floor drains or toilets
You see mud or debris on the snake cable (indicating a break in the line)
You have a wet spot in your yard that smells like sewage
Your home has a slab foundation and you suspect the line under the slab is damaged
You have had repeated backups even after cleaning

Common Questions About Drains & Sewers

Q: Can you fix a collapsed pipe without digging?

A: Honest answer: No. If your pipe is collapsed or severely damaged, it must be excavated and replaced. Some companies offer “trenchless” solutions, but these are temporary patches that fail in Houston’s soil conditions. We perform permanent repairs. It involves digging, but it is done once and done right.

Q: Can you fix a collapsed pipe without digging?

Drain & Sewer Services

Camera Inspection

Sewer Line Repair

Sewer Line Replacement

Sewer Stoppage and Water Jet Service

Why Homeowners Trust Blackmon Plumbing

Family-owned since 2007. Fully licensed and insured. We treat your home with respect and leave it cleaner than we found it. We dispatch fully stocked mobile warehouses, not small trucks. We fix your drain or sewer problem in one trip, with upfront pricing and Master-level expertise.

Request Drain & Sewer – Call (281) 427-8325

Blackmon Plumbing

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Repair in Houston & Baytown | Done in One Trip

We Bring the Supply House to Your Driveway.

What We Carry on the Truck for Drain & Sewer

How We Perform Drain & Sewer Repair Correctly

Step 1: Clearing the Line (The Mechanical Clean)

Step 2: Camera Inspection & Diagnosis

Step 3: The Repair Protocol (If Needed)

Safety & Code Compliance for Sewer Lines

Why We Don't Use "Band-Aid" Fixes

Vs. Chemical Drain Cleaners

Vs. Trenchless Pipe Lining (Patches)

Vs. $99 Drain Cleaning Scams

Common Drain Issues by Neighborhood

North Houston (The Woodlands, Conroe, Spring, Kingwood)

West Houston (Katy, Cypress, Sugar Land, Richmond)

Older Neighborhoods (Houston Heights, Montrose, Galveston)

Do You Need a Cleaning or a Main Line Repair?

You likely just need a Cleaning if:

You likely need a Repair (Excavation) if:

Common Questions About Drains & Sewers

Q: Can you fix a collapsed pipe without digging?

Q: Can you fix a collapsed pipe without digging?

Q: Can you fix a collapsed pipe without digging?

Drain & Sewer Services

Camera Inspection

Sewer Line Repair

Sewer Line Replacement

Sewer Stoppage and Water Jet Service

Why Homeowners Trust Blackmon Plumbing

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