General Rooter of Iowa

Sewer & Drain Cleaning and Pipe Repair & Replacement

We Combat Clogged Drains

North Central Iowa
(515) 867-2564

South Central Iowa
(641) 517-2564

Fast, Professional Service

For Clogged Drains & Sewer Line Problems

A clogged drain or backed-up sewer line can quickly disrupt your home or business. 

Our experienced technicians arrive with professional drain snakes, cable machines, hydro jetters, sewer cameras, and other specialized equipment needed to diagnose and clear most residential and commercial sewer and drain problems. 

General Rooter of Iowa provides professional sewer and drain cleaning services throughout North Central and South Central Iowa, including Mason City, Clear Lake, Algona, Buffalo Center, Altoona, Newton, Pella, Oskaloosa, Sully, Ottumwa, Knoxville, Grinnell, and Melcher-Dallas. 

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Whether you are dealing with a slow drain, recurring blockage, or complete main sewer line backup, we'll identify the problem, explain your options, and restore proper flow as quickly as possible.

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Complete Sewer and Drain Services

Clearing the immediate blockage is often only the first step. We offer a range of sewer and drain services to help identify the underlying problem and provide a lasting solution. Our services include:

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Prompt Service

How Soon Can We Get There?

We understand that sewer and drain problems rarely feel minor when they are happening in your home or business.

A clogged drain can prevent you from using a sink, shower, toilet, or appliance. A main sewer line backup can affect your entire plumbing system and may create an unsanitary situation.

We make every effort to schedule service as quickly as possible. We prioritize sewer line backups because they can affect every drain in the building and cause wastewater to back up into the property.

Our goal is to resolve the problem efficiently so you can return to your normal routine with as little disruption as possible.

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Schedule Your Appointment

When you contact us, our team will listen to your concerns, gather information about the problem, and we do everything we can to schedule a convenient, timely appointment.

Receive Appointment Updates

After we schedule your appointment is scheduled, you will receive a confirmation by text message. You will also receive access to our customer hub, where you can view current and previous appointments and other service information.

Your technician will send another notification when they are on their way.

Understand the Problem and Your Options

Once we arrive, we will evaluate the problem and explain what we find. Before beginning additional work, we will discuss our recommended solution and answer your questions. 

When we discover an issue outside our area of expertise, we will tell you honestly and may refer you to another qualified professional we know and trust. 

Completing the Work

Inspection: Technicians may deploy a waterproof camera down your pipes to visually locate clogs, root intrusions, cracks, or bellied sections.

Clearing & Cleaning: We clear blockages using specialized tools.

Repair & Prevention: If the pipes are damaged, we may use excavation and replacement or trenchless options.

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Schedule Sewer or Drain Service

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North Central Iowa

  • (515) 867-2564
Map of Iowa with star on blue circle

South Central Iowa

  • (641) 517-2564

FAQ

What sewer and drain cleaning services do you provide?

General Rooter of Iowa provides clogged drain cleaning, main sewer line cleaning, sewer camera inspections, pipe descaling, sewer pipe lining, and sewer line excavation and replacement. We serve both residential and commercial customers.

What areas of Iowa do you serve?

In North Central Iowa we provide sewer and drain cleaning services in  Mason City, Clear Lake, Algona, Forest City, Garner, Lake Mills, Northwood, Manly, Rockwell, Buffalo Center, Ventura, Titonka, Thorton, Crystal Lake, Lakota, Ledyard, Leland and more.

In South Central Iowa we provide sewer and drain cleaning services in Pella, Oskaloosa, Knoxville, Ottumwa, Garner, Pleasantville, Melcher-Dallas, Grinnell, Prairie City, Monroe, Mitchellville, Cofax, Sully and more.

Coming soon to the Des Moines area.

How quickly can you schedule sewer or drain service?

We make every effort to schedule customers as quickly as possible. Main sewer line backups are given priority because they can affect every drain in a home or business and may cause wastewater to back up into the property.

When is a sewer camera inspection recommended?

A sewer camera inspection may be recommended when a blockage keeps returning, the cause of the problem is unclear, or there may be damage inside the sewer line. It can also be useful before purchasing a property or planning sewer repairs.

Can you clear both residential and commercial drains?

Yes. General Rooter of Iowa provides sewer and drain cleaning for homes, businesses, rental properties, commercial buildings, and other facilities. Our vehicles carry professional equipment for clearing many common types of drain and sewer blockages.

Will I know when the technician is on the way?

Yes. After your appointment is scheduled, you will receive a text confirmation and access to our customer hub. Your technician will also send a notification when traveling to your home or business.

Will you explain the problem before beginning the work?

Yes. Our technician will evaluate the problem, explain what was found, and discuss the recommended solution before performing additional work. When an issue is outside our scope, we will tell you and may refer you to another qualified professional.

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