How Much Does It Cost to Unclog a Drain? (McAllen, TX — Updated September 2026)
Prices last updated: September 22, 2026
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How much does it cost to unclog a drain in McAllen, TX?
At All Valley Plumbing & A/C Co., unclogging a simple drain in McAllen, TX costs $175–$375 and clearing the main sewer line costs $250–$500 (prices updated September 22, 2026). A sewer camera inspection is $200–$400 and hydro jetting is $350–$600. These are flat prices per job, not hourly — you see the price before we start and can book online.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Simple drain clearing | Standard $205–$435Website Special $175–$375You save up to $60Calling? Just say 'Website Special.' |
| Main line cleaning | Standard $290–$575Website Special $250–$500You save up to $75Calling? Just say 'Website Special.' |
| Camera inspection | Standard $230–$460Website Special $200–$400You save up to $60Calling? Just say 'Website Special.' |
| Hydro jetting | Standard $405–$690Website Special $350–$600You save up to $90Calling? Just say 'Website Special.' |
| Hydrostatic Testing – Main Sewer Line | Standard $665–$1,125Website Special $575–$975You save up to $150Calling? Just say 'Website Special.' |
Prices last updated: September 22, 2026
Drain prices cover a standard clearing. If we find heavy grease, mud, roots or line damage, we stop and give you the price for the next step before doing any extra work.
Website Special pricing applies when you book online or mention our website pricing when you call. Standard pricing applies otherwise.
How much does it cost to unclog a drain?
A simple drain — sink, tub, shower or toilet — is $175–$375. The main sewer line is $250–$500.
The price depends on which line is blocked and how we have to reach it, not on how long the machine runs. You get the price before we open anything.
How much does a plumber charge to unclog a drain?
We charge flat posted prices per job: $175–$375 for a simple drain instead of an hourly rate.
How much does drain cleaning cost?
Drain cleaning runs $175 to $600 depending on whether it is a single fixture, the main line, or a jetting job.
How much to unclog a kitchen sink?
A kitchen sink drain is $175–$375.
How much to unclog a bathtub or shower drain?
A tub or shower drain is $175–$375.
How much to unclog a toilet?
Clearing a clogged toilet is $175–$375. If the toilet itself needs work after that, toilet repair is $175–$425.
How much does main sewer line cleaning cost?
Main sewer line cleaning is $250–$500.
How much does hydro jetting cost?
Hydro jetting is $350–$600, depending on the line and how heavy the buildup is.
How much does a sewer camera inspection cost?
A camera inspection is $200–$400, and it shows exactly what is in the line and where.
Why does my toilet back up into the tub or shower?
That usually means the blockage is in the main line, not in the toilet, so water backs up at the lowest drain in the house.
Stop using water in the house until it is cleared, or the backup will keep filling the tub.
What does it mean when several drains are slow at once?
One slow drain is a local clog; several at once points at the main line that all of them share.
Should I use chemical drain cleaner?
We do not recommend it. It rarely clears a real blockage, and it sits in the pipe where it can damage older lines and splash back on whoever opens the drain next.
What's included in drain cleaning?
Clearing the blocked line through an accessible opening, the labor and equipment, and testing the drain to confirm it flows.
What's not included in drain cleaning?
Camera inspection, digging, pipe repair or replacement, and installing a cleanout if the home does not have one — each of those is priced separately and approved by you first.
Do I need a camera inspection?
Not for a one-time clog. It is worth the $200–$400 when the same line keeps backing up, so you can see whether it is roots, a belly or a break.
What if there are roots in my sewer line?
Roots get cut out with a cable machine or hydro jetting, and the camera shows how bad the entry point is so you can decide whether the line needs a repair.
Is hydro jetting worth it?
For grease, sludge and roots, yes — jetting at $350–$600 scours the pipe wall instead of just punching a hole through the clog.
How often should drains be cleaned?
Most homes only need it when there is a problem. A kitchen line that collects grease or a sewer line with roots usually does better on a yearly cleaning.
Can you unclog my drain today?
Same-day service is available. Book online or call 956-686-6656 and we will tell you the soonest window we have.
How much does it cost to fix a broken sewer line?
A broken sewer line is priced after a camera inspection at $200–$400, because the price depends on where the break is and how deep the line runs. You see that price and approve it before any digging starts.
What does drain cleaning cost in Mission, Edinburg, Pharr, Weslaco and Harlingen?
The same prices apply in every city we serve — there is no different price list by town.
What's included in the price
- • Clearing the clogged drain through an accessible cleanout or opening.
- • The labor and the equipment — cable machine or jetter as the job needs.
- • Running water to confirm the drain flows before we leave.
- • Cleaning up the work area.
What's not included
- • A camera inspection, which is priced separately.
- • Digging, pipe repair or pipe replacement if the line is broken.
- • Installing a cleanout if the home does not have an accessible one.
- • Any additional work you have not seen a price for and approved.
Same price in every city we serve
There is no different price list by town. These posted prices apply across the Rio Grande Valley.