Specialized Augers
Specialized Augers | Drain Opening | Plumbing | Lenoir City
When sinks back up or shower water won’t budge, HEP sweeps in with the same determination Lenoir City counts on for every home comfort need. Our licensed plumbers wield precision-engineered augers that cut through grease, roots, and mystery clogs without harming your pipes, restoring full flow in minutes. With up-front pricing, courteous technicians, and vans stocked for immediate results, your frustrating “uh-oh” moment turns into a satisfied sigh almost as quickly as the water disappears.
Available day or night, we go beyond ordinary drain opening by inspecting the line, explaining what caused the blockage, and offering tips to keep it clear long after we leave. From historic downtown bungalows to new construction off Highway 321, HEP’s local team treats your house like our own—shoe covers on our boots, respect in our voices, and a rock-solid guarantee behind every twist of the auger. Call today and see why neighbors trust us to keep their drains moving and their day on schedule.
FAQs
What exactly is an auger (drain snake) and how does it clear a clog?
An auger—often called a drain snake—is a flexible steel cable with a corkscrew or cutting head that is hand-cranked or machine-driven through a drain line. As the cable advances, it bores into or hooks the obstruction (hair, grease, roots, foreign objects) and either breaks it apart or pulls it back out. Our motorized augers used in Lenoir City spin at controlled speeds, allowing us to clear blockages up to 150 ft from the access point without having to excavate the pipe.
When should I call a professional for auger drain opening instead of using a DIY snake?
A store-bought handheld snake can work on minor clogs close to the fixture, but call us when: • The same drain backs up repeatedly or several fixtures clog at once (a sign of a deeper blockage). • You hear gurgling in other drains after using water. • Chemical drain cleaners haven’t worked (they may damage pipes if overused). • You don’t have a clean-out or are unsure where the clog is located. • You suspect roots or a collapsed line. Our Lenoir City plumbers carry sectional and continuous-cable augers, cameras, and jetters to solve complex problems safely.
Is auger drain opening safe for my PVC, cast-iron, or copper pipes?
Yes—when performed by a trained plumber. We choose the correct cable thickness and cutting head for your pipe material and diameter, keep RPMs within safe limits, and use protective guides to prevent scratching fixtures. Before snaking, we test the pipe’s integrity; if we find fragile sections, we switch to a gentler method or recommend spot repairs.
How quickly can your Lenoir City crew respond to a clogged drain emergency?
We offer 24/7 service across Lenoir City, Tellico Village, and surrounding Loudon County. For true emergencies—backed-up toilets, overflowing floor drains, or main-line stoppages—we can usually arrive within 60–90 minutes. Non-urgent calls are scheduled for the same day or any convenient time within 24 hours.
What kinds of drains and blockages can your augers handle?
Our equipment ranges from small ¼-inch cables for sinks to ¾-inch sectional machines for main sewers, allowing us to clear: • Kitchen sink, laundry, and dishwasher lines (grease, food, lint) • Bathroom sinks, tubs, and showers (hair, soap) • Toilets and branch lines (paper, toys, wipes) • Main sewer laterals up to 6 inches in diameter (roots, scale) If an obstruction is too hard for an auger—such as heavy root intrusion—we can follow up with hydro-jetting or pipe repair.
How much does professional auger drain opening cost in Lenoir City and what affects the price?
A single residential fixture clog generally ranges from $99 to $175. Main sewer or multiple-fixture blockages run $175 to $275, depending on cable length, severity, and after-hours service. Costs rise if we must remove and reset a toilet, install a clean-out, or run a camera inspection. You’ll always receive an upfront flat-rate quote before work begins, and most drain openings include a 30-day clog-free guarantee.