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5 Best Drain Cleaning Services in Seattle (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Brad Smith
By Brad Smith, Home Services Expert · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Seattle's mature trees and heavy rainfall mean drain cleaning here is as much about root intrusion as it is about a simple clog, and the businesses below have logged a combined total well over 8,000 Google reviews. Ratings run from 4.5 to 4.9, but review counts vary wildly, from 406 up to 3,346, so it is worth weighing whether you want the biggest, most-reviewed name or a smaller specialist with a near-perfect record.

Short answer: Zoom Drain holds the strongest rating at 4.9 stars across 821 reviews and focuses specifically on drain and sewer work. Beacon Plumbing (4.5, 3,346 reviews) has by far the deepest track record in Seattle for plumbing generally, and Jim Dandy Sewer & Plumbing (4.7, 406 reviews) has served the city since 1908. Expect a standard drain-cleaning visit to run a few hundred dollars, more if root intrusion or a sewer camera inspection is needed.
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Seattle's Drain Cleaning Services, Compared

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Beacon Plumbing, Heating, Electrical & Mechanical Inc - Seattle 4.5 3,346 Deepest track record, full-service plumbing View ›
2 Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup 4.6 2,649 Nationwide brand, fast emergency response View ›
3 Zoom Drain 4.9 821 Dedicated drain & sewer specialist View ›
4 Bob Oates Sewer & Rooter 4.7 764 Sewer relining & older home pipework View ›
5 Jim Dandy Sewer & Plumbing 4.7 406 Longest local history, since 1908 View ›
5 Best Drain Cleaning Services in Seattle (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

Beacon Plumbing, Heating, Electrical & Mechanical Inc - Seattle logo
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Beacon Plumbing, Heating, Electrical & Mechanical Inc - Seattle

4.53,346 Google reviews

Beacon Plumbing has served Seattle since 1999, covering drain cleaning, sewer repair, water heaters and HVAC with over 100 licensed technicians and a stated 90-minute emergency response. Reviewers describe technicians like Josh, Jeremy and Zadrian arriving quickly for both routine drain clogs and larger plumbing failures, explaining the diagnosis and options clearly before starting work. It carries by far the deepest review base of any name on this list.

What people praise

  • Deepest review base on this list, at 3,346 reviews
  • Stated 90-minute emergency response with no trip charges
  • Reviewers describe clear communication and multiple repair options offered before work begins
  • Handles drain cleaning alongside broader plumbing, electrical and HVAC needs

Worth knowing

  • A larger share of critical reviews appears in the distribution than the smaller specialists on this list, likely reflecting its much higher volume
Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle
Rating4.5 / 5
Review volume3,346 · 98th
Confidencevery high
Recency6 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown87% 5-star
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Our take: The deepest track record in Seattle for drain and general plumbing combined, useful if you want one company that can also handle whatever else the visit turns up.

515 7th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup logo
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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.62,649 Google reviews

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup is a national plumbing brand with a Seattle location covering drain cleaning, sewer repair and water damage cleanup, using mechanical drain machines and video inspection technology. Reviewers describe technicians arriving within two hours or less for urgent, after-hours clogs, including a root-intrusion job completed late at night during heavy rain. It offers same-day service every day of the year.

What people praise

  • 4.6 rating across 2,649 reviews
  • Reviewers describe fast emergency response, often under two hours
  • Video inspection technology used to diagnose root intrusion and blockages
  • Same-day service available year-round

Worth knowing

  • One detailed reviewer described a total cost of over $600 for an after-hours emergency call, so confirm after-hours pricing upfront
Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle
Rating4.6 / 5
Review volume2,649 · 93th
Confidencevery high
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown83% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong choice for a genuine after-hours drain emergency, with a nationwide brand's resources backing a fast local response.

121 Lakeside Ave, Seattle, WA 98122

Zoom Drain logo
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Zoom Drain

4.9821 Google reviews

Zoom Drain is a Greenwood-based company focused specifically on drain and sewer work, including hydro jetting, root intrusion repair, trenchless sewer replacement and drain camera inspection. Reviewers describe technician Anthony returning for a routine check months after an initial fix and declining to charge for a visit when no further work was needed, a detail reviewers repeatedly cite as evidence of the company's honesty. It holds the highest rating of any name on this list.

What people praise

  • Highest rating on this list, at 4.9 across 821 reviews
  • Specializes specifically in drains and sewers rather than general plumbing
  • Reviewers describe declining to charge for unnecessary follow-up visits
  • Competitive pricing noted, including one quote 15% below a competitor

Worth knowing

  • Smaller review base than Beacon or Roto-Rooter, though the strongest rating on this list
Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume821 · 88th
Confidencevery high
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown96% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The strongest specialist pick if your issue is specifically drain or sewer related, backed by reviewers who repeatedly praise its honesty over upselling.

10011 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133

Bob Oates Sewer & Rooter logo
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Bob Oates Sewer & Rooter

4.7764 Google reviews

Bob Oates Sewer & Rooter has served greater Seattle since 1991, covering drain cleaning, sewer camera inspection, trenchless sewer relining and hydro jetting. Reviewers describe the company relining a nearly 100-year-old sewer line at a lower cost than competing bids, and technicians offering to check for root regrowth again months later at no charge. It offers a 20-year warranty on completed sewer work.

What people praise

  • 4.7 rating across 764 reviews
  • Experienced specifically with older Seattle homes and aging sewer lines
  • 20-year warranty on completed sewer repair work
  • Reviewers describe honest, no-pressure follow-up visits

Worth knowing

  • One detailed reviewer described a dispute over hourly labor pricing on a smaller fixture job, so confirm the rate structure before a small job specifically
Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume764 · 83th
Confidencehigh
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown89% 5-star
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Our take: A strong pick for older Seattle homes with aging sewer lines, backed by a genuinely long warranty on the relining work.

1817 Queen Anne Ave N #312, Seattle, WA 98109

Jim Dandy Sewer & Plumbing logo
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Jim Dandy Sewer & Plumbing

4.7406 Google reviews

Jim Dandy Sewer & Plumbing has served Seattle since 1908, covering drain cleaning, hydro jetting, sewer inspection and repair. Reviewers describe technicians Thomas and Chuck clearing a washing-machine drain backup that was about to overflow into a kitchen, then camera-scoping the line afterward to confirm the fix held. Several reviewers describe using the company continuously for years without needing anyone else.

What people praise

  • 4.7 rating across 406 reviews
  • Longest local operating history of any name on this list, since 1908
  • Reviewers describe camera-scoping after a drain clear to confirm the fix
  • Multiple reviewers describe using the company exclusively for years

Worth knowing

  • No listed street address, so confirm coverage of your specific area by phone
Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume406 · 78th
Confidencehigh
Recency4 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown86% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A dependable, long-established option, with reviewers repeatedly describing it as their only call for drain and sewer issues over many years.

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How we score

Every number on this page comes from public Google data as of the date shown, not opinion or payment. Rating is each business’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated them, measured against other Seattle drain cleaning services. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.9 from over 800 reviews carries more weight than a similar score from under 500. Recency reflects how recently customers are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does drain cleaning cost in Seattle? (2026)

None of the businesses on this page publish a single fixed price list, and cost depends heavily on the type of job: a simple clog versus root intrusion, hydro jetting, or a sewer camera inspection. Reviewer feedback on this list mentions figures from a few hundred dollars for a standard clog up to over a thousand for more involved sewer work, so treat those as rough anecdotes rather than a quote, and get a firm price before work starts.

Serving all of Seattle

These drain cleaning services cover Seattle and the surrounding area, including Ballard, Queen Anne, West Seattle, Greenwood and the wider King County region. Searching for drain cleaning near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and address so you can reach the closest option fast.

What to ask before you hire a drain cleaning service

  • Is the diagnosis based on a camera inspection, or an estimate without seeing the pipe?
  • What is the total cost, including any after-hours or trip fees?
  • Do you offer hydro jetting for tree-root intrusion, common in older Seattle neighborhoods?
  • Is there a warranty on the cleaning or repair work?
  • How quickly can you respond if this is an emergency?
  • Will you show me the camera footage or explain what caused the clog?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these drain cleaning services?

We started from every drain cleaning service in Seattle with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Why does Seattle need extra attention for root intrusion?

Seattle’s mature trees and older sewer lines mean tree roots frequently work into pipe joints and cause slow drains or backups. Several services on this page, including Zoom Drain and Bob Oates, specifically handle root intrusion repair and trenchless relining.

Can I get emergency drain cleaning in Seattle?

Yes. Beacon Plumbing and Roto-Rooter both offer same-day, round-the-clock emergency response, with reviewers describing arrival times under two hours for urgent clogs and backups.

The bottom line

Zoom Drain is the safest default for a dedicated drain or sewer issue on sheer rating, while Beacon Plumbing is the strongest call if you want one company that can also handle other plumbing that comes up. Get the price confirmed before work starts.

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