Kitchen sinks
Grease, food particles, and soap scum buildup. We clear the trap, branch line, and any shared waste line — then run a camera to confirm.
Drain Cleaning · LA & San Diego · Est. 2008
Drain cleaning that actually clears the line.
Motorized snaking. HD camera inspection. Pacific Line has cleared over 11,000 drains across Los Angeles and San Diego since 2008 — from kitchen sinks in Santa Monica bungalows to main sewer lines in La Jolla canyon homes. licensed technicians, no runaround.
- HD camera inspection included
- Same-day service available
11K+Drains cleared
since 2008
since 2008
HDCamera inspection
included
included
What We Clean
Every drain in the house — from sink to sewer.
Our trucks carry the full range of snaking equipment, from 1/4" sink cables to 3/4" main line machines. Whatever's clogged, we have the right tool — and the right camera to confirm it's clear.
Bathroom drains
Hair and soap clogs in showers, tubs, and bathroom sinks. We remove the trap and snake the branch line, then check for buildup further down.
Laundry drains
Lint, detergent buildup, and fabric softener clogs. Standpipe snaking plus inspection of the branch line where most laundry clogs actually form.
Toilets
Toilet augers for standard clogs, closet snakes for deep blockages. We pull the toilet only when necessary and reset with a new wax ring.
Main sewer lines
Full main line snaking with motorized 3/4" cable up to 100 feet. Camera inspection before and after. Root cutting when root intrusion is the cause.
Hydro jetting
4,000 PSI water pressure scours the entire pipe wall — removing grease, scale, roots, and years of buildup that snaking alone can't touch.
Hydro jetting details
Our Process
Three steps. No guesswork.
Every drain cleaning follows the same diagnostic-first process. We don't just punch a hole — we identify the root cause so the clog doesn't come back in two weeks.
Step One
Camera first
Before any snaking, we run an HD camera down the line to see exactly what's causing the clog — hair, grease, roots, a broken pipe, or something else entirely.
- Identifies root cause
- Confirms pipe condition
- Prevents wrong-tool mistakes
Step Two
Clear the line
We use the right tool for the job — manual snake for sink traps, motorized cable for main lines, hydro jet for severe buildup. Written quote before any work begins.
- Right tool for the clog
- Clean work area, drop cloths
Step Three
Confirm & document
Camera again after the cleaning to confirm full clearance. You get the video footage plus a written report — for your records or your insurance.
- Before + after video
Why Pacific Line
Why choose Pacific Line.
01
Camera first, always
We don't guess what's in your pipes. Every drain cleaning starts with an HD camera inspection so we know exactly what we're dealing with before any snaking begins.
02
Video proof included
You get before-and-after video footage plus a written report. Keep it for your records, show it to your insurer, or pass it to the next homeowner.
Drain Cleaning FAQ
Questions we hear every week.
Most California homes benefit from a professional drain cleaning every 18–24 months. Homes with older cast iron pipes, large families, or frequent kitchen grease disposal should schedule annually. Restaurants and commercial kitchens need quarterly service.
Waiting until drains are fully clogged usually costs more.
Generally no. Products like Drano and Liquid-Plumr use caustic chemicals that generate heat, which can warp PVC pipes and corrode older metal fittings. They also never reach the actual clog in main lines — they just burn a partial path and leave the root cause.
Repeated use accelerates pipe deterioration. For anything deeper, professional snaking or hydro jetting is the fix.
Standard drain snaking uses a motorized cable to punch a hole through a clog — effective for hair, soap, and single-point blockages. Hydro jetting uses 4,000 PSI water pressure to scour the entire pipe wall, removing grease, scale, roots, and years of buildup.
Hydro jetting is recommended for recurring clogs, older pipes, or commercial kitchen lines. We always recommend starting with a camera inspection to determine which is appropriate.
Yes. Every professional drain cleaning we perform includes an HD sewer camera inspection — before and after the cleaning. You'll receive video footage showing the condition of your pipes and confirming the clog is fully cleared.
For main line cleanings, we also document any root intrusion, bellied sections, or deteriorating pipe that may need future attention.
Most residential drain cleanings take 45–90 minutes on-site, plus 15–20 minutes for the camera inspection and walkthrough. Main sewer line cleanings typically take 60–120 minutes. Hydro jetting jobs take 2–3 hours.
We provide a time estimate after the initial diagnostic, and we never leave until the line is confirmed clear on camera.
Related Services
When snaking isn't enough — or when clogs are a symptom.
Hydro jetting
4,000 PSI water pressure scours the entire pipe wall clean — the right call for recurring clogs, grease buildup, and older pipes.
Learn moreSewer line repair
When the camera shows broken pipe, offset joints, or severe root intrusion — we repair with trenchless CIPP lining or pipe bursting.
Learn moreGrease trap service
Quarterly cleaning and maintenance for restaurant and commercial kitchen grease traps — required by LA and SD health code.
Learn moreReady to clear the line?
Book a drain cleaning — same-day service available.
Call for same-day dispatch (if you call before 2pm), or submit the form for a written estimate within 2 business hours.