Around the Clog · Boulder, CO

Drain Cleaning in Boulder

When you need drain cleaning in Boulder, our local, family-owned team at Around the Clog is here to help. We're licensed, insured, and focused on doing the job right the first time, without upselling work you don't need.

☎ Call (720) 940-3661

Professional Drain Cleaning in Boulder

Every home's plumbing setup is unique, which is why we take the time to diagnose the actual cause of the problem rather than applying a one-size-fits-all fix. From routine calls to more involved jobs, we use the right equipment for the job and explain what we're doing along the way.

Signs You May Need This Service

Water draining slowly from a sink, tub, or shower
Gurgling sounds coming from drains or toilets
Recurring clogs in the same fixture
Unpleasant odors coming from a drain
Multiple drains backing up at the same time

Schedule Service Today

Don't wait for a small issue to become a bigger one. The quickest way to get help is to call us directly at (720) 940-3661 or fill out the form below, we make it a priority to respond promptly during business hours. You can also verify our plumbing license with the State of Colorado.

Why Local Homeowners Trust Around the Clog

As an independent, family-owned business serving Boulder County, we focus on clear communication and honest workmanship. We understand local infrastructure and common plumbing challenges in Boulder homes, and every technician is someone we'd trust in our own home, not a random subcontractor.

To see what else we can do for your home, take a look at our complete plumbing services or learn more on our company background page. For general municipal information, you can also visit the official City of Boulder website.

Drain Cleaning in Boulder

Boulder drains,
old trees and old pipe

Boulder has been around since 1859, and a lot of its older neighborhoods have big, mature trees sitting right on top of older clay and cast iron sewer lines. That's the combination behind most of the repeat main line backups we see here. Roots find the joints, the line slows down, and the clog comes back a few months after it's cleared.

The city's water is soft, about 2.4 grains per gallon on average, so mineral scale is rarely what's slowing your drain. In Boulder it's usually roots in the main, grease in the kitchen line, hair in the bathroom, or wipes that never should have been flushed.

If the same drain keeps backing up, we run a camera first. You see what's actually in the line, and you're not paying for the same clearing over and over.

Boulder at a glance

Soft water, about 2.4 grains per gallon on average
Water from the Middle and North Boulder Creek watersheds and the Colorado Big Thompson Project
The city's 2024 service line inventory found no lead service lines
Heavy rain from September 11 to 15, 2013 caused widespread flooding across the city

Boulder drain questions

Why does my older Boulder home keep getting main line backups?

Mature trees and older clay or cast iron sewer lines are a tough mix. Roots grow into the joints and the clog returns. A camera inspection shows whether you need a cleaning or a repair.

Is Boulder's water causing buildup in my drains?

Probably not. Boulder's water is soft, around 2.4 grains per gallon, so scale isn't a common cause. Most slow drains here come from roots, grease, hair or wipes.

Do you cover all of Boulder?

Yes, from the older neighborhoods near downtown to the newer homes on the edges of town. Call (720) 940-3661.

Google reviews

What your neighbors
say about us

Real reviews from Boulder County homeowners, pulled straight from Google.

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   Jeremy Dillingham 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Doug was great. He was able to give me a quote over the phone without a service charge, showed up at a specific time he told me, not an all day range, he fixed the leaky shower quickly and charged me good rate. Amazing plumbing experience!
  
 
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   Brad Davids 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Doug from Around the Clog has helped us out multiple times with tough plumbing issues -- always quick to respond and able to figure out the problem quickly . . . and NO upselling to make the job more expensive! Highly recommend for honest work at a fair price!
  
 
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   Scott Brasington 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We used Doug and his company today for the first time. The service was excellent! We had some issues with drains backing up, and some other plumbing repairs. Doug scheduled his visit for the next day, showed up on time, was polite and efficient! The cost was very fair. I highly recommend using Doug, and Around the Clog for any plumbing needs you may have! thanks Doug!
  
 
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   Abi Vega 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Doug came out same day on a Saturday, just a couple of hours after I called because of a drain blockage. He worked quickly to solve the issue and we were very pleased with the job. Thank you Doug!
  
 
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   Maureen Christopher Bross 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Doug is awesome!
He has helped us numerous times when we had problems w toilets and our water heater.   Doug installed a new wonderful water heater for myself and our neighbor.  He goes over and above in numerous ways and I cannot give him enough accolades!  Doug is a gem who does first class work!
  
 
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   Mary Windhausen 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Doug has done a LOT of plumbing work at our home over the years. Today, he was able to access a drain behind the wall by thinking out side of the box, and a lot of muscle power to cut the old pipe out. His team shows up, they’re on time, complete the work, clean up and have never tried to sell me BS or upsell the work. Doug has integrity and stands behind his work.
  
 
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   Ryan Esch 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We were in a real pickle recently, with our buyers requesting a plumbing inspection on the day of closing. We were stressed! I called several plumbers that morning, and Around the Clog was able to arrive first. Their team truly went above and beyond to provide the best overall service we received during our recent move. Our buyers required a signed form at the closing table, and the team at Around the Clog bent over backwards to make it happen for us. Thank you for the incredible service!
  
 
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   Mike Kory 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Doug came out to modify a gas line for our oven. Great communication, fast efficient work, and super punctual. Fair pricing. This is the second time we've hired him and will definitely use Around The Clog again in the future! Highly recommend!
  
 
  
  
 
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