How do I make my own sewer line clean?

How to clean out a main sewer line clog

Step 1: Loosen the cap on the drain pipe.
Step 2: Open the cap and let the buildup drain out.
Step 3: Feed the auger cable into the drain pipe.
Step 4: Run the auger until the clog is clear—and beyond.
Step 5: Hose down the pipe and auger cable.

What’s the best main sewer line cleaner?

Best Overall: Drano Max Gel Clog Remover.
Best for Shower: Pequa Drain Opener.
Best for Sink: Rockwell Invade Bio Drain Gel.
Best for Septic System: Bio-Clean Drain Septic Bacteria.
Best for Garbage Disposal: Green Gobbler Refresh Drain & Disposal Deodorizer.
Best for Hair: Instant Power Hair and Grease Drain Cleaner.

How much is a main line cleanout?

Installing a cleanout will run an average of $2,000. The pipe and materials cost between $70 to $150 with tools and equipment running another $300 to $500. Excavation equipment and multiple laborers are usually involved though small or inaccessible jobs only require a shovel.

What size should my sewer line be?

A standard rule of thumb is that sewer pipes leading away from a toilet are 3 inches in diameter. Sewer drains from laundry sinks or washing machines are 2 inches in diameter and those from sinks in the kitchen, bathroom or powder room generally use a 1.5-inch pipe.

What’s the best way to clean out a sewer line?

Combine 1 part baking soda and 1 part vinegar, then pour it into the sewer cleanout opening. Wait at least 1 hour before flushing it with hot water. The baking soda and vinegar will start reacting and fizzing immediately.

What are the rules for installing a sewer line?

Proper installation of a Sewer Line. There are two basic rules to a successful house sewer line installation. The 1st rule is to install the entire line with a minimum of 1/4″ of pitch per foot of run. If even one section of pipe is back-pitched, grease and clogs will result. The beauty of your home sewer system is that it runs by gravity.

When do you Know Your sewer line needs cleaning?

Every drain, whether it is in a sink, shower, or the toilet, joins the sewer lines running out of your house. These are called lateral lines, and they run to sewer mains or a main line. If your sewer needs cleaning, you will know it. Strange noises, smells, and slow flushing drains are all symptoms that your sewer line needs help.

What are the different types of sewer lines?

1 Combined sewer line. A combined house sewer line collects and combines the flow from both waste water and storm water into one combined line. 2 Sanitary sewer line. A sanitary sewer, as its name implies, solely takes the flow of sanitary water. 3 Storm sewer line. A storm sewer line is dedicated to taking in rain water of all sorts. …

Where does the sewer clean out line connect to?

The sewer clean out is a capped pipe located on or near your property line which connects to the lateral sewer line. A lateral sewer line is the pipe which connects your home’s sewer lines to the municipal sewers or your septic tank.

What can I use to keep my sewer line clean?

Although enzymatic cleaners won’t clear a clog quickly (it takes 8–24 hours for the enzymes to work), they work well to prevent clogs and keep your sewer line flowing freely. We recommend using an enzyme cleaner, which you can buy at most home improvement or hardware stores, about once a month.