Clogged drain service in Santa Rosa, CA

If any of these feel too close to home, it’s time to call a professional.

A slow kitchen drain that gets a little worse every week. A shower that pools water around your feet every morning. A toilet that gurgles when you run the washing machine. A smell coming from somewhere you can’t quite locate.

These aren’t just minor annoyances — they’re warning signs. And the longer they go unaddressed, the worse — and more expensive — the outcome tends to be.

• Slow or gurgling drains — Almost always signal a partial blockage building deeper in the pipe
• Multiple drains backing up at once — A classic indicator of a main sewer line clog, not just a surface issue
• Foul odors from drains — Trapped organic matter, grease buildup, or sewer gas working its way back up
• Water backing up into other fixtures — Running the dishwasher and watching the shower drain fill up is a red flag
• Recurring clogs after clearing — If the problem keeps coming back, snaking alone isn’t solving it

Many Santa Rosa homeowners try DIY drain cleaners or store-bought snake kits first — which is completely understandable. But chemical cleaners rarely solve the actual blockage and can damage older pipes common in Santa Rosa’s established neighborhoods like Rincon Valley, Montgomery Village, and Roseland. If you’ve been battling the same drain problem for weeks, the most cost-effective move is to call a specialist once and clear it properly.

Call (707) 478-2675 for same-day service

When a drain backs up, you don’t want someone guessing — you want a specialist who has seen and cleared every type of clog in every type of pipe across Sonoma County. Northen Sewer & Drain is a locally owned and operated sewer and drain specialist serving the greater Santa Rosa area — not a generalist plumbing company, not a franchise. Every technician we send to your home is deeply experienced in exactly this kind of work, and we explain what we find before we start any service.

• Dedicated sewer and drain specialists — this is all we do, so we do it better
• Sewer camera inspection available to diagnose the root cause, not just clear the symptom
• Hydro jetting technology for grease buildup, root intrusion, and heavy mineral scale
• Transparent service — we explain what we find before we start any work
• 24/7 emergency availability throughout Santa Rosa and surrounding Sonoma County cities
• Neighborhood-level experience in older pipe systems common to Santa Rosa’s established communities
• Locally owned and insured, serving the greater Santa Rosa area

Kitchen drain cleaning

Cutting through grease, buildup, and recurring kitchen clogs in Santa Rosa

Kitchen drains are the most commonly clogged drain in any home — and for good reason. Grease, cooking oil, food particles, and soap residue accumulate on pipe walls over time, gradually narrowing the passage until water barely moves. In Santa Rosa’s older homes, where original cast iron or galvanized pipes are still in place, this buildup can happen faster and be harder to clear with basic methods. Our kitchen drain cleaning service uses professional-grade equipment to break up and flush away the full accumulation — not just poke a hole through it. For stubborn grease-related clogs, we frequently recommend hydro jetting to fully restore the pipe’s interior.

Bathroom drain cleaning

Fast, clean clearing for shower drains, sink drains, and tub drains

Hair, soap scum, and toothpaste residue are the most common culprits behind slow bathroom drains — and they accumulate quickly in a busy household. Left untreated, bathroom drain clogs can cause standing water in showers, overflowing sinks, and eventually sewage backups if the blockage reaches the main line. Our bathroom drain cleaning service is fast, clean, and non-invasive, using professional augers sized to your specific drain pipe to remove the clog completely without damaging your fixtures. We serve all Santa Rosa neighborhoods and can typically schedule same-day service.

Toilet unclogging

Professional toilet clog removal when a plunger isn’t enough

A toilet that won’t flush fully — or worse, that overflows — is one of the most stressful plumbing problems a homeowner can face. While a plunger handles surface-level clogs, any blockage that’s deeper in the trap or drain line requires professional equipment. Our technicians use closet augers and, where needed, hydro jetting to fully clear toilet line blockages without damaging your porcelain. We respond quickly to toilet clog calls across Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park, Windsor, and surrounding Sonoma County areas.

Floor drain & mop sink clearing

Keeping utility drains clear in Santa Rosa homes and commercial properties

Floor drains and mop sinks serve a critical function — they’re the last line of defense against water accumulation in laundry rooms, garages, utility areas, and commercial kitchens. Because they’re often overlooked until they back up completely, these drains tend to accumulate heavy sediment, debris, and even root intrusion over time. Our team clears floor drains and mop sinks using the right combination of mechanical clearing and hydro jetting, restoring full drainage flow. We serve both residential and light commercial properties across Santa Rosa and Sonoma County.

Shower & tub drain clearing

Restoring fast drainage in showers and bathtubs throughout Sonoma County

Shower and tub drains clog gradually — most homeowners don’t notice until standing water becomes a daily occurrence. The combination of hair, soap, and hard water minerals common in the Santa Rosa area creates thick, sticky accumulations that basic drain covers can’t catch. Our shower and tub drain clearing service targets these clogs at their source, clearing the full length of the drain line rather than just the visible opening. Where buildup is severe, hydro jetting ensures the pipe walls are completely clean.

Hydro jetting services

The most effective way to clear tough, recurring drain clogs in Santa Rosa

Hydro jetting uses highly pressurized water to blast through grease accumulation, mineral scale, invasive tree roots, and other stubborn blockages that mechanical snaking can’t fully remove. It’s the preferred method for recurring clogs, older pipe systems, and any situation where a thorough, lasting clean is the goal. Our hydro jetting service is available for kitchen lines, main sewer lines, and commercial drain systems throughout Santa Rosa and Sonoma County. We always assess pipe condition before recommending hydro jetting to ensure it’s the right tool for your specific system.

Sewer line cleanouts

Clearing main line blockages before they become sewage backups

The main sewer line is the single pipe that carries all wastewater from your home to the city sewer or septic system. When it clogs — due to root intrusion, grease accumulation, or accumulated debris — every drain in the house is affected simultaneously. A complete sewer line cleanout involves clearing the blockage from the main cleanout access point using professional mechanical and hydraulic equipment. For Santa Rosa homes with older clay or cast iron sewer lines, this service can be genuinely preventative — a proactive cleanout every few years is far less expensive than emergency sewage backup restoration.

Sewer video camera inspection

Find the real cause of any drain or sewer problem without guesswork

A sewer camera inspection sends a high-definition waterproof camera through your drain or sewer line, transmitting live footage so our technicians can see exactly what’s causing your clog — whether it’s a grease blockage, root intrusion, pipe offset, or cracked section. This eliminates guesswork entirely and ensures we apply the right solution the first time. Camera inspections are especially valuable for recurring drain problems, pre-purchase home inspections in Santa Rosa’s older neighborhoods, and any situation where the cause of the blockage isn’t immediately obvious.

Storm drain & patio drain clearing

Protecting Santa Rosa properties from outdoor drainage failure

Storm drains, patio drains, and outdoor area drains handle significant water volume during Sonoma County’s rainy season — and when they clog, the result is fast and damaging. Pooling water around your foundation, flooded patios, and landscape erosion are all common consequences of a blocked outdoor drain. Our team clears storm drains and patio drains using professional equipment suited for larger-diameter outdoor pipe systems, removing leaf debris, soil compaction, and sediment buildup. This is a service that many local competitors don’t specialize in — Northen Sewer & Drain does.

Roof drain clearing

Preventing water intrusion and roof damage from clogged roof drains

Roof drains on flat or low-slope roofs are a critical component of your building’s water management system — and one of the most neglected. A clogged roof drain can cause water to pool, creating excess roof load and eventually leading to leaks, interior water damage, and structural concerns. Our roof drain clearing service removes debris, compacted leaves, and buildup from roof drain pipes, restoring full drainage capacity. We serve residential and commercial properties across Santa Rosa and Sonoma County.

Emergency drain cleaning

24/7 response for drain emergencies across Santa Rosa and Sonoma County

Drain emergencies don’t follow business hours — a sewage backup, overflowing toilet, or completely blocked kitchen drain at 10 PM is just as urgent as one at noon. Northen Sewer & Drain offers 24/7 emergency drain cleaning throughout Santa Rosa and Sonoma County, dispatching experienced technicians who arrive with the equipment needed to handle serious blockages on the spot. Whether it’s a holiday weekend or the middle of the night, we answer the phone and we show up.

Call now for emergency drain service: (707) 478-2675