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Best Ottawa Drain Cleaning Service

Our Ottawa Drain Cleaning Plumbers Are Fast, Friendly, and Reliable. We Swiftly Unblock Sink Drains, Shower Drains, Clogged Toilets, Sewer Lines, & More

When you call John The Plumber in Ottawa, we’ll schedule you in faster than our competitors can, show up within the agreed time window, and get your drain cleared and let the glorious water flow freely once again. 

Read reviews from our customers and call John The Plumber in Ottawa to end the drain pain fast.

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When you’ve got a blocked drain, you don’t have time to waste waiting for a professional drain cleaning service – or finding out they’re not so professional after all. If you pick the wrong drain cleaning company, the mess they create can make you forget all about the drain. You need an experienced, efficient, and communicative plumber to parachute in.

Our Ottawa Drain Cleaning Services

Whether you’re dealing with slow drains or blocked drains, we’ve got you covered. Our Ottawa plumbing services are premier league, and we offer world-class service every step of the way!

Our Ottawa Drain Services include:

Professional Drain Cleaning Services

Slow drains? Gurgling sounds? Our expert plumbers clear grease, hair, and buildup fast—restoring proper flow and preventing backups before they start.

Clogged Shower Drain Repair & Cleaning

Standing in water while you shower? We clear out soap scum, hair, and grime fast—so your shower drains like it should, every time.

Clogged Sink Repair & Drain Cleaning

Slow-draining sink or standing water? We remove food scraps, grease, and buildup to get your kitchen or bathroom sink flowing freely again.

Drain and Sewer Services

From minor clogs to major sewer issues, we handle it all with the tools and expertise to restore flow and prevent future problems.

Sewer System Backup Services

Dealing with foul smells or water backing up? We quickly identify and clear sewer blockages to stop damage and restore proper drainage.

Sewer Repair and Snaking

We locate and clear deep sewer clogs using professional snaking tools, and repair damaged lines to keep your system running smoothly.

Sewer Pump Service

Keep waste moving where it should—our team repairs, replaces, and maintains sewer pumps to prevent backups and ensure reliable flow.

Municipal Sewer Connections

We handle new and replacement sewer hookups with precision, ensuring your home connects safely and legally to the municipal system.

Sewer Line Relocation

Whether you’re renovating or building, we reroute sewer lines safely and efficiently to match your property’s new layout.

Camera Inspection

We use high-definition drain cameras to pinpoint blockages, cracks, and problem spots—no guesswork, just accurate diagnostics.

Hydro Jetting

Blast away years of grease, sludge, and buildup with high-pressure hydro jetting—an efficient, pipe-safe way to clear stubborn blockages.

Drain Rooter Services

Tree roots or tough clogs slowing your drains? Our rooter service cuts through obstructions and restores smooth, reliable flow.

Drain Pipe Repair

Leaky or cracked drain pipes? We repair damaged lines to stop leaks, prevent water damage, and restore full drainage performance.

Drain Replacement

Old or damaged drains causing trouble? We replace worn-out pipes with durable, modern solutions that keep water flowing properly.

Drain Services

From clearing clogs to full system replacements, we offer comprehensive drain solutions tailored to your plumbing needs.

Toilet and Drain Clogs

Whether it’s a slow-draining sink or a backed-up toilet, we clear tough clogs fast to get your plumbing back to normal.

Drain Back Ups

Water where it shouldn’t be? We quickly identify and fix the cause of drain backups to prevent damage and restore proper flow.

Floor Drain Installation

Prevent flooding and standing water with professional floor drain installation—ideal for basements, laundry rooms, and utility spaces.

Venting Existing Plumbing Drains

Proper venting prevents gurgling sounds, slow drains, and sewer odours-we retrofit and improve drain vents for a healthier system.

Tree Root Removal from Drain and Sewer Lines

Tree roots sneaking into your pipes? We locate and eliminate root intrusions fast—restoring proper flow and preventing costly sewer damage.

Why Choose John The Plumber for Your Clogged Drain?

🕒 Fast Same-Day Service
We know clogs can’t wait. Our plumbers arrive quickly—often within hours—to get your drains flowing again.

🧰 Licensed & Insured Professionals
Every technician is certified, experienced, and fully insured, so you can feel confident in the quality of our work.

💵 Upfront Flat-Rate Pricing
No hidden fees or surprise charges—just honest, transparent pricing before the work begins.

🔍 State-of-the-Art Equipment
We use advanced drain cameras, electric snakes, and hydro jetting tools to clear clogs thoroughly and safely.

🧼 Clean & Respectful Technicians
We treat your home like it’s our own—clean uniforms, shoe covers, and no mess left behind.

🌟 Thousands of Happy Customers
Join the many homeowners who trust John The Plumber for fast, reliable plumbing service done right the first time.

🚿 Drain Experts, Not Generalists
We specialize in clogged drain issues—from bathroom sinks to main sewer lines—and we fix them permanently.

✅ Satisfaction Guaranteed
If you’re not happy, we’re not done. We stand behind our work with a customer satisfaction guarantee.

🆘 24/7 Emergency Availability
Clogs don’t follow a schedule—and neither do we. Call anytime, day or night, for fast emergency plumbing help.

What to Expect When You Call John The Plumber

📞 You call or book online with one of our lovely, friendly dispatchers!
They’re warm, helpful, and ready to get you scheduled fast.

😌 You instantly feel relieved knowing how soon we’ll be there.
No long waits or plumbing panic—we’re on it!

📲 Your friendly neighborhood plumber sends a “On the Way” notification.
Real-time updates, so you’re never left guessing.

🚐 He arrives on time and makes a great first impression!
Polite, professional, and prepared—like a plumbing superhero.

🔍 You show him the issue. He diagnoses it and explains your options clearly.
No jargon, just honest advice you can trust.

🤔 You make an educated decision about the service you need.
We empower you to choose what’s best for your home and budget.

🔧 We fix your drain pipe issues right then and there!
Fast, effective, and done with care—problem solved!

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Our Drain Cleaning Equipment

Drain Snakes

Drain Snakes

Drain snakes are the most common tool in the drain cleaners arsenal. They’ll take care of most small blockages in smaller drains.

Toilet Auger

Toilet Augers

A toilet auger, or toilet snake, can navigate through the bends of your toilet to clear the clogged toilet.

Sewer Rooter Machines

Drain Augers

Drain augers come in a variety of sizes, with a variety of heads, to tackle a variety of pipes and blockages. These larger machines, however, are generally used for bigger pipes – like those that make up your drain stack, toilet drain, floor drain, and sewer.

Mini-Jetters

Mini-Jetters

A drain auger may punch a hole through a grease clog in your kitchen drain, however, it won’t clear the majority of the blockage. Instead, we’ll use a mini electric jetter to powerwash the inside of your drain pipes and restore it to proper function.

Chain Knockers

Chain Knockers Chain Knockers

Chain knockers are powerful machines that spin a chain through your pipe, and can tear apart harder blockages, such as tree roots.

Gas-Powered Hydro Jetters

Gas-Powered Hydro Jetters

Chain knockers are powerful machines that spin a chain through your pipe, and can tear apart harder blockages, such as tree roots.

Drain Inspection Cameras

Drain Inspection Camera

Chain knockers are powerful machines that spin a chain through your pipe, and can tear apart harder blockages, such as tree roots.

Drain Locators

Drain Locators

When your drains have a serious issue, such as a crack, and it requires a replacement, a camera drain locator can be placed in the drain to locate the issue. Once you see the the issue on camera, you can send a signal that tells the plumber the exact location of the device. Using this technology, we can locate issues underground so we can fix them with minimal damage to your basement or yard.

The Importance Cleaning Your Drains Regularly

Every day we wash and flush a ton of grease, soap scum, fat, hair, human waste, and other stuff down the drains. Given enough time, this matter will block the pathway for water to exit your home and you’ll end up with a blockage.

A clogged sink or drain blockages can lead to backups, and you may even find a leaky pipe as a result of the pressure built up from wastewater.

Regular maintenance of your drain system is a far better approach as it prevents plumbing issues and keeps reasonable costs.

If you have never had your drains or sewers cleaned, consider hiring John The Plumber for Drain Maintenance!

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The Importance Cleaning Your Drains Regularly

Common Causes of Drain Clogs

Tree Roots

The big beautiful maple in your front yard is probably wreaking havoc on your drain services if your pipe is made from cast iron, concrete, clay, asbestos or other non plastic pipes. Roots from trees are in constant search for nutrients and your drain pipe is the fuel source it is seeking. Consider upgrading this drain to PVC before your basement fills with sewage.

Improper Plumbing Vents

The Ontario plumbing code was produced for a reason. Improperly vented plumbing fixtures will not drain properly. Have you ever placed your thumb over a straw, and pulled it out of a drink, only to find that the liquid was still in the straw? Once you removed your thumb, it drained out of the straw didn’t it? The drain waste and vent system in your home operates much the same way.

Too Much Debris Down The Laundry Tub Drain

Are you guilty of taking your plumbing drainage system for granted? Have you ever pushed it when washing your dirty paint brushes, or cleaning your tools in your laundry tub? Just because it doesn’t look as fancy as the nice stainless steel sink in your kitchen, doesn’t mean the drain is capable of any extra wear and tear.

Grease in Your Kitchen Sink

My mother used to pour the bacon fat in a tin can and then wipe the pan with a paper towel before rinsing it off in the sink. It turns out she had learned this lesson with a call to the plumber years earlier. Grease, even in small amounts will cause blocked drains over time. These are also one of the hardest types of blockages to clear. Unfortunately grease clogged kitchen sinks are often blocked with solid matter that can’t be cleaned out. The section of pipe must sometimes be removed and replaced.

Hair In Your Shower Or Bathtub Drain

These can be stubborn drains to clean. Often, a drain backup can be avoided by installing a hair strainer on your drain. You can purchase these at Home Depot, in the plumbing aisle, for less than $10.

Old Galvanized Or Cast Iron Drains

Most Ottawa neighbourhoods have exceeded the expected lifetime of metal drainage. These pipes deteriorate from the inside. Causing the opening in the drainpipe to collect rust and buildup until the entire pipe is full of sediment and debris. Oftentimes, the best solution is a drain replacement.

Flushing Food Down The Toilet

We’ve all done it, yet we all know better. If you flush undigested food down the toilet, you’re going to have a bad time and you may experience a blocked toilet!

Toys in the Toilet

Every week we get a call from a frustrated mother complaining about the fact that her toilet is probably plugged with a toy train, boat, ninja turtle etc.

Sanitary Napkins

These are the number one culprit for homes that have basement bathrooms connected to sewage pumps. Ottawa drain cleaning service calls can get costly if a tampon plugs up your pump as often times, this will burn out the pump, and cause a backed up drain.

Counter Sloped Piping

Sometimes plumbing systems will work correctly for years and years even when a section of the piping has been sloped the wrong way. Eventually though, these pipes will clog and you will definitely need a drain cleaning service, as well as a correction to the pipe.

Ottawa Drain Cleaning Services Available 24/7 in Ottawa

We proudly serve all areas of Ottawa, including:

Central Ottawa: The Glebe, Westboro, Centretown

East Ottawa: Orleans, Gloucester, Blackburn Hamlet.

West Ottawa: Kanata, Stittsville, Bells Corners.

South Ottawa: Barrhaven, Riverside South, Greenboro.

Beyond Ottawa: Rockland, Cumberland, Clarence.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Drain Cleaning in Ottawa

How do I Avoid Clogged Drains?

The best way to avoid a clogged drain is to be careful about what goes down the drain. Coffee grinds, egg shells, food particles, grease, tampons, butt-wipes, wrappers, and garbage don’t belong in your plumbing. Do your best to only use your drain pipes for human waste, toilet paper, and washing – and always clear the plate into the garbage first!

The short answer is that plumbers always advise against it. While these products can be useful, they’re designed to destroy any matter making up the clog. Chemical cleaners don’t know the difference between your piping and your drain blockage. For the most part, chemical drainers can be harmful to your plumbing system. Regular use of chemical drainers will undoubtedly shorten the lifespan of your plumbing system. We have some inexpensive alternatives below, which are incredibly effective at cleaning drains while remaining safe on your plumbing system.

While you may save money by finding drain services online from questionable sources, we’d recommend leaving it to the experts. Any time you’re dealing with plumbing, there is risk to your home plumbing system, therefore, there is risk to your home. Water doesn’t take long to cause a lot of damage and exorbitant costs. At John The Plumber, we have the best equipment and experts for cleaning and unblocking drains. We’re an independently-owned company that is insured and has a great reputation.
When you call a company like ours, you can trust that you’re in good hands.

To prevent drain and sewer issues, we’d recommend hiring a professional to clean your main drain every two years. This will prevent matter from building up and solidifying in the pipes, as well as keep any tree roots from getting out of hand. That being said, you may need a cleaning sooner if you experience any of the signs below.

Common Causes of Drain Clogs

Water is not draining

Water is draining slowly

Odours are coming out of the drains

Water backing up in lower drains

Frequent clogging

Fruit flies coming out of the drains

You require multiple flushes to clear a toilet

Unusual noises when using drains

You don’t remember the last time you cleaned your drains

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