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Baltimore Home Sewer Jetting Services

What Causes a Residential Sewer Drain to Clog?

One of the most prominent and common issues that can affect your home’s sewer system is a sewer line clog. All sorts of things can end up down the drains of your home that never should have been washed away in the first place. Too much abuse from little items over time can result in a severe clogging problem deep in the pipes.

Three common culprits behind sewer line clogs are:

  • Nondegradable waste: The toilets and sinks throughout your home can seem like a super convenient way to get rid of all types of trash, but it is essential to remember that they are not trashcans. Do not put anything that cannot be dissolved readily in water into your toilet or down the sink. Even commonplace napkins can be durable enough to form a clog.
  • Cooking grease: When you are done cooking anything that produces grease, like bacon in the skillet each morning, avoiding putting the grease down the sink at all costs. Cooking grease and oils will clog your sewer line before you know it. Instead, pour the grease into a tin can that you can throw away in a trashcan once it cools.
  • Large quantities of food waste: When you use your garbage disposal, place food waste into it slowly and gradually. Do not clump large amounts of food in your garbage disposal at once. The garbage disposal may be able to push the food waste down the pipe, but it can still develop into a clog when it hits the sewer line later on.

Zoom Drain of Maryland uses top-tier tools and technology to break apart any bad sewer line clog, if one does form in your home. Whether it is from paper waste, grease, food, hair, coffee grounds, or anything else, we can find a way to eliminate it. As our name implies, we’ll eliminate it fast!

Learn about our special offers & call the sewer jetting experts at (410) 304-6434 to learn more about our services.

When Are Sewer Cleaning Services Needed?

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Areas We Serve
Baltimore, MD 21222
Unclogging Drains Near You
  • Aberdeen
  • Aberdeen Proving Ground
  • Abingdon
  • Baldwin
  • Baltimore
  • Bel Air

Our FAQs

  • Yes. Zoom Drain offers planned maintenance programs for both homes and businesses. These proactive services help you avoid backups, reduce emergency calls, and extend the life of your drainage system.

  • Yes. We offer trenchless pipe repair methods that eliminate the need to dig up your yard or disrupt your business. Depending on your system’s condition, trenchless repair can save time, money, and mess.

  • Absolutely. Our drain and sewer video inspections allow us to pinpoint problems with precision. We use advanced camera equipment to inspect the inside of pipes, diagnose issues, and provide documentation; great for property owners, property managers, and real estate transactions.

  • If it involves a drain or sewer line, we handle it!

    From simple clogs to major line replacements, we specialize in:

    • Kitchen, bathroom, and floor drains
    • Sewer main lines
    • Tree root intrusions
    • Grease buildup
    • Broken or collapsed pipes
    • Preventative maintenance plans for recurring issues
  • Every Zoom Drain technician is:

    • Background-checked and drug-tested
    • Extensively trained in drain and sewer systems
    • Equipped with the latest tools and technology
    • Committed to cleanliness and respect (we wear booties and use red mats)
  • Yes. Zoom Drain uses a flat-rate menu pricing system, so you know the full cost before any work begins. That means:

    • No surprises
    • No hourly charges
    • Everyone pays the same fair rate for the same service
  • Availability varies slightly by location, but most Zoom Drain locations offer 24/7 emergency service, including nights, weekends, and holidays; typically at no extra charge.

  • Most locations offer same-day or next-day service, including evenings and weekends. We understand that drain problems can’t wait, so we work around your schedule, not the other way around.

  • We are drain and sewer specialists, not general plumbers. That focus means:

    • Faster response times
    • Service technicians with unmatched expertise
    • Trucks fully stocked with industry-specific equipment
    • Solutions built to last

    Our team performs more drain jobs in a year than most plumbers do in a lifetime. It’s all we do, and we do it better than anyone else.

  • Yes, Zoom Drain serves both residential and commercial customers. From private homes to large commercial kitchens, apartment complexes, and industrial facilities, we provide fast response, expert care, and lasting solutions wherever drain and sewer systems are in use.

Hear From Our Customers

    Zoom Drain came to replace my sewer line in 2017. Fast forward to 2025, it is still working properly.
    Fancy Belle
    They even called to check in on me a week later.
    James Potter
    I appreciate the customer service I was provided.
    Richard keefer
    5 stars on customer service unclogging my bathroom sink.
    Jeff Burnette
    Rafael and Carlos arrived within hours to deal with a clogged toilet leaking water below. Highly recommend.
    Christie St. Clair
    James and his team will not disappoint you! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
    Sherrie Miller
    They did exactly what I needed in a quick and clean manner.
    Eric Cooper
You typically get reviews from people when they just got work done, and you can only measure it by that time frame. This review, on the other hand, is not that. Zoom Drain came to replace my sewer line in 2017, yes 2017. When flushing the toilet, the water would spill into the basement, so I would have to clean up the water and whatever else came with it. Needless to say, I was not a happy camper. I called Zoom Drain, and they came to the rescue. It’s been so long, but I believe it was James who came and was so professional and had great customer service. His team was amazing. They fixed the line and cleaned out. Fast forward to 2025, it is still working properly. I have no issues. I'm so pleased. Please use them because their work is amazing.
Fancy Belle
Zoom Drain replaced my main sewer line, 1/8/25. 50 feet of new pipe, as well as replaced a fitting on my water heater that was leaking and the flex line (gas), which if they were not knowledgeable, I would have never have caught. They noticed it was slowly leaking natural gas. James came out for sewer line estimate, and informed me on everything that needed to be done. I was stressed because I hate dealing with my insurance company. However, Allison in the office took over all of that stress and dealt with my insurance company directly. I did receive another estimate from another company, and Zoom was cheaper by 3200.00. I had no issues with the 3-man crew that was sent to do my sewer line and the man who fixed the inside gas issue I had, (thank God he noticed it!!!!!) was wonderful. They even called to check in on me a week later which is why I'm leaving this review because I feel like they really did go above and beyond.
James Potter
As a plumber, I hate to call another plumber (I don't specialize in drain cleaning), but I must say I appreciate the customer service I was provided. I can also say that I met three technicians that are qualified individuals. Thanks for your help Zoom Drain. From one plumber to another, y'all rock!
Richard keefer
5 stars on customer service unclogging my bathroom sink, fair price, also I would recommend them to everyone.
Jeff Burnette
Rafael and Carlos arrived within a few hours to deal with a clogged toilet that was leaking water into the room below. Quick, efficient, and kind. (And not expensive!) Highly recommend.
Christie St. Clair
I cannot say enough great things about James and his team at Zoom Drain. From the first time we used their services, we were very much pleased with their work. James and his team were able to diagnose a major problem in our church plumbing and provided a solution. If you ever need a reliable plumbing service, absolutely without a doubt give Zoom Drain a call. James and his team will not disappoint you! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
Sherrie Miller
The people at Zoom Drain are the greatest. They are nothing but a class act. They did exactly what I needed in a quick and clean manner. I would recommend them to anyone having a problem with plumbing.
Eric Cooper
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