Drain Cleaning Ithaca, NY
Apartments, brownstones, condos, storefrontsevery Ithaca, NY property deserves clear drains and courteous technicians who leave zero mess.
Urban readiness
Compact gear plus full-size power means we clear without disrupting your building.
Who we are
We are the city unit of MrPlumbingService: technicians who know older cast iron stacks, new PVC, and everything between.
We show proof with camera footage, quote transparently, and clean up thoroughly.
County & city credentials
- Licensed and insured across Ithaca, NY.
- Upfront pricing, no surprises.
- Backed work so you feel secure after the clear.
City-focused services
Hydro-Jetting
Restaurant grease, coffee grounds, and soap scum do not stand a chance.
Camera Inspections
Know what is happening behind walls and under slabs.
Fixture & Branch Clears
We keep apartments and condos tidy while we work.
Main Line Rescue
When mains back up, we stage tarps, extract standing water, and clear fast.
Preventative Maintenance
Quarterly jetting and enzyme dosing keep high-use stacks clear.
Odor & Gurgle Solutions
Your building smells fresh and drains breathe freely.
Why choose us
We protect shared spaces, keep hallways clean, and communicate with every stakeholder.
- Know exactly who is coming, with ID.
- Clean entry, clean exitguaranteed.
- Gentle on pipes, tough on buildup.
- Proof, photos, and notes you can file instantly.
Urban insight
We understand access rules, elevator bookings, and after-hours needs.
Testimonials
Book today
Describe the issue; we triage and send the right team with jetter, camera, or auger.
Slots: morning, afternoon, emergency, and after-hours for businesses.
Payment: card, check, ACH; maintenance plans for commercial accounts.
Fast facts
- Real-time ETA texts.
- Photo and video proof of the clear.
- Clean work zones with wipe-down and sanitation.
- Labor and supplied-part coverage.
Deep city guidance and SEO-rich clarity
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You get more than keywordsyou get action steps and clarity.
Look for transparency: quotes before work, proof after work, and tidy exits. We deliver all three so you can relax.
Preventative care matters in cities: hair and soap in vertical stacks, grease in main lines, and lint in laundry drains. We set up schedules that fit your usage.
Clean drains, clean consciencethat is our promise.
Need board-ready documentation? We provide timestamped photos, findings, and recommendations in a concise report.
Emergency at midnight? We come quietly, protect common areas, and resolve the issue without waking the building.
FAQs tailored for city properties
Do you dispatch same-day?
Night crews are available for after-hours issues, keeping residents comfortable.
How do you stage gear?
We use mats, corner guards, and elevator pads, plus compact gear that fits tight spaces without sacrificing power.
Do you avoid breaking slabs?
We exhaust trenchless options first: jetting, scoping, and targeted repairs. Digging is rare and only after we show evidence and options.
How do you price?
Transparent menus plus video proof keep pricing fair and predictable.
Is documentation included?
Documentation is easy to forward to stakeholders or insurers.
Can you balance vents?
We trace vents, seal gaps, clear partial blockages, and apply enzymes to stop smells and sounds.
Do you offer maintenance plans for buildings?
We log every visit with photos and recommendations.
What about mixed materials?
Yesnozzles and pressures are tuned to protect aging cast iron while clearing debris; we carry couplings and seals sized for legacy lines.
Do you offer quiet hours?
We communicate with residents, limit noise, and stage gear to minimize disruption. For sensitive hours, we schedule quieter tasks first.
Can you educate us?
You leave with clarity, not confusion.
City scenarios and how we handle them
A walk-up apartment in Ithaca, NY had a kitchen stack clog every holiday. We scoped, found grease and rice buildup, jetted the stack, and set pre-holiday maintenance. Zero backups since.
Grease control plus jetting prevents weekend shutdowns.
Boards appreciate visuals and concise next steps.
Staff coaching plus the right enzymes keeps lines open.
Mapping today prevents surprises tomorrow.
A retail space had sewer odor near the entrance. We traced a dry trap and a loose cleanout cap, sealed both, and added a maintenance reminder. Odor vanished before the weekend foot traffic.
Phased scheduling keeps residents comfortable and budgets stable.
Consistent care prevents complaints and refunds.
City maintenance playbook
Maintenance is strategy, not guesswork. The right cadence keeps residents comfortable and businesses open.
Air bubbles, echoing drains, and damp grout lines hint at venting or partial blockagesaddress them early.
Clear signage plus a welcome packet for new tenants keeps everyone aligned.
Seasonal prep: before storms, ensure yard drains and sump lines are clear; before freezes, insulate exposed lines near entrances; before peak tourist seasons, schedule preventative jetting.
Documentation: we log photos, videos, and recommendations after each visit so boards and managers have a living record of the systems health.