The short answer: most drain cleaning jobs in Aurora run between $130 and $450 with Pipe It Up, depending on the drain, the clog, and the access. Main sewer line clogs and hydro jetting cost more. Below is what actually drives the price — so you know what a fair quote looks like before anyone shows up.
Typical Drain Cleaning Prices in Aurora (2026)
| Job | Metro Average | Pipe It Up Range |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen or bathroom sink clog | $150–$275 | $130–$240 |
| Tub or shower drain | $175–$300 | $155–$265 |
| Toilet auger / clog removal | $150–$275 | $130–$240 |
| Floor drain (basement, garage, commercial) | $200–$350 | $175–$310 |
| Main sewer line snaking | $300–$600 | $265–$530 |
| Hydro jetting (grease, roots, heavy buildup) | $400–$900 | $350–$790 |
Why are our prices lower? Simple: we run lean and we price to win your business — typically 10–15% below the big-name metro shops, with the same licensed, insured, done-right-the-first-time work. Every home is different — these are typical ranges, not quotes. Call (720) 361-0200 and we will give you a real number before any work starts.
What Changes the Price
- Where the clog lives. A sink trap is 30 minutes. A main line clog 60 feet out is a different job.
- Access. A ground-level cleanout saves time and money. No cleanout means pulling a toilet or going through a roof vent.
- What is causing it. Hair and soap yield to a cable. Grease and tree roots often need hydro jetting to actually stay clear.
- Timing. A backed-up main on a Sunday night is an emergency call — worth it when sewage is involved, avoidable if you act on the early warning signs.
The Early Warning Signs (act now, pay less)
Slow drains, gurgling toilets, water backing up in the tub when the washer drains — these mean a partial blockage is forming. Clearing a partial clog is routine. Waiting for the full backup turns it into an emergency with cleanup costs on top.
DIY First? Fair Enough.
A plunger and a hand snake are worth a try on a single slow sink. Skip the chemical drain cleaners though — they damage pipes, rarely fix the real problem, and make the line hazardous for whoever opens it next. If two fixtures are slow at once, or anything is coming back UP a drain, stop — that is a main line problem and cables from the hardware store will not reach it.
Why Aurora Calls Pipe It Up
Pipe It Up Plumbing has served Aurora and the Denver Metro since 2012 — 181+ Google reviews, straight answers, and pricing you hear before the work starts, not after. Residential and commercial, we are open 24/7 for the nights the drain does not care about your schedule.
Slow drain or full backup, get a real price now: (720) 361-0200 — or learn more about our drain cleaning services.
