Southern Indiana's Drain Cleaning Experts

Clogged Drain? We'll Get It Flowing Again.

A clogged drain can turn your morning upside down. Whether it’s a slow kitchen sink, a backed-up shower, or a main line that won’t budge, our team shows up ready to work. We serve homeowners and businesses throughout Southern Indiana and the Louisville metro with same-day service, hydro jetting for stubborn clogs, and emergency plumbing around the clock.

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When Your Drains Need Professional Help

A slow drain might seem like a small problem, but left alone, it usually gets worse. Grease, soap, hair, and mineral buildup collect inside your pipes over time. Eventually, what started as a sluggish sink turns into standing water or a full backup.

We handle drain cleaning for residential and commercial properties throughout Clark County, Floyd County, Harrison County, and the greater Louisville metro area. Our trucks are fully stocked with professional-grade drain snakes, augers, and camera equipment, so most clogs are cleared on the same visit. We show up ready, explain your options before we start, and clean up when we’re finished.

With three generations of plumbing experience and an Indiana Master Plumber license, we know drains inside and out. Whether it’s a kitchen sink, floor drain, or main sewer line, we’ll figure out what’s wrong and get it fixed.

Signs It's Time to Call a Drain Cleaning Pro

Slow Draining Sink or Tub

Water pools around your feet in the shower or takes minutes to drain from the sink. This usually means the buildup is narrowing the pipe inside. A professional cleaning clears the line completely, not just the surface clog.

Urgency: Schedule this week before it becomes a full blockage.

Gurgling Sounds From Drains

Air trapped behind a partial clog causes gurgling when water tries to pass through. You might hear it in the sink, tub, or toilet. It’s a warning that the blockage is building.

Urgency: Call soon. Gurgling often leads to a full backup within days.

Water Backing Up Into Other Fixtures

When you flush the toilet and water rises in the shower, or run the washing machine and the floor drain overflows, the clog is likely in your main line, not a single fixture.

Urgency: Call today. Mainline clogs affect your entire home.

Standing Water That Won't Drain

If water sits in the basin and doesn’t move, the line is fully blocked. Store-bought drain cleaners rarely solve this and can damage older pipes. A professional snake or auger clears the blockage safely.

Urgency: Call now. Standing water breeds bacteria and can overflow.

Bad Smell Coming From Drains

A sewage or rotten-egg smell from your drain usually means organic material is trapped in the line. In older homes, it can also signal a damaged or dry P-trap. We’ll pinpoint the cause and clear it out.

Urgency: Schedule soon. The smell won’t go away on its own.

Multiple Drains Clogging at Once

When more than one drain backs up at the same time, the problem is deeper in your system. This points to a main sewer line issue that needs professional equipment to diagnose and clear.

Urgency: Call today. This could lead to a sewer backup. Sewer Line Repair

Solutions for Every Plumbing Need

Brian Scroggins Plumbing and Drain Cleaning handles residential and commercial plumbing across Southern Indiana and the Louisville metro. We lead with drain cleaning and water heaters, our two most requested services, and also cover sewers, gas lines, repiping, fixtures, sump pumps, remodels, and around-the-clock emergencies.

Drain & Sewer

Water Heaters

Remodeling

Fixtures

Emergency Plumbing

Why Choose Us

A Real Local Team

Third generation and family owned, based right here in Jeffersonville, with fully stocked trucks ready to roll.

30 Years of Experience

30 years of experience and an Indiana Master Plumber license, we offer licensed and insured services.

Upfront Pricing

We discuss the issue and provide a quote before starting, ensuring you approve the price first.

We Respect Your Home

Shoe covers, tarps, and full cleanup when we finish — because how we treat your home is part of the job.

Types of Drain Cleaning We Handle

Grease, food particles, and soap buildup are the top causes of kitchen clogs. We use professional drain snakes and augers to clear the line completely. For heavy grease buildup, we may recommend hydro jetting to restore full flow.

Hair, soap scum, and toothpaste collect in bathroom sink, shower, and tub drains. We clear the line and check for deeper issues like corroded pipes in older homes. About 13.5% of homes in the Louisville metro were built before the 1940s, and aging pipes clog more easily.

When the main line clogs, everything backs up. Root intrusion, grease, and debris are the usual culprits. We use motorized augers and sewer cameras to locate and clear the blockage. If the line needs more than cleaning, we’ll walk you through your repair options.

Basement floor drains, laundry drains, and utility drains collect sediment and debris over time. These drains often go unnoticed until they back up during heavy rain or laundry cycles. We clear them and make sure the line is flowing properly.

Why Professional Drain Cleaning Pays Off

Store-bought drain cleaners punch a small hole through the clog but leave buildup on the pipe walls. Professional equipment removes the entire blockage, restoring full pipe diameter and flow.

Chemical drain cleaners corrode cast iron, galvanized steel, and older PVC joints. Many homes in our service area still have original piping from the 1950s-1970s. Professional mechanical cleaning is safer for your plumbing.

During a drain cleaning, we can spot signs of root intrusion, cracked pipes, or heavy scale buildup before they turn into expensive repairs. Catching a damaged section early can save thousands compared to an emergency dig later.

Parts of the Louisville metro sewer system date back to 1867, with aging infrastructure throughout the region. Older clay laterals connecting your home to the main are especially prone to root intrusion and collapse. Regular cleaning keeps the flow moving and reduces backup risk.

A recurring clog that gets “fixed” with chemicals every few months adds up fast. One professional cleaning often solves the problem for good. And if we find a deeper issue, we give you options and honest pricing before any work starts.

What Every Service Call Includes

When you call us for drain cleaning, here’s what happens. We show up on time in a fully stocked truck. We protect your floors with tarps and wear shoe covers inside your home. We diagnose the problem, explain what we found, and walk you through your options before we touch a wrench.

Most drain cleaning calls include: a visual inspection of the affected drain, professional snaking or augering to clear the blockage, a post-clearing flow test, and cleanup of the work area. If we need a sewer camera to inspect the line further, we’ll let you know before running it. No surprise charges.

We offer same-day and next-day appointments for scheduled service, plus 24/7 availability for emergencies. Whether you’re a homeowner in Jeffersonville or a business owner in Clarksville, we treat every job the same: show up ready, do clean work, and leave your home better than we found it.

Related Services

For stubborn clogs, grease buildup, or root intrusion that regular snaking can’t solve. High-pressure water jetting scours the full pipe wall clean.

When the problem goes beyond a clog. Sewer camera inspection, trenchless repair, sewer main installation, and full line replacement.

When pipes are collapsed or buried too deep for trenchless methods. We handle the dig work that other plumbers send out.

Sewer backing up at midnight? Drain completely blocked and overflowing? Call us anytime for emergency drain and plumbing service.

Hear It From Your Neighbors

Homeowners across Clark and Floyd counties keep coming back — and keep recommending us to their neighbors. Named technicians Mike and Chris appear frequently in reviews for their fast response, careful home protection, and transparent estimates.

I reached out bright & early for a toilet issue that I really didn’t understand whatsoever. They were able to fit me in same day to take care of the issue! And the communication was top tier. They’re officially going into the neighborhood group chat as my recommendation.

Brian replaced my water heater, quickly and efficiently. He came at his appointment time, left with no mess, and even tagged and showed me the cutoff valves. Highly recommend.

Brian is always professional and easy to get in contact with. He is very knowledgeable and does great work in a timely manner. I would recommend him to anybody.

Called Scroggin’s on Friday before a holiday

Came out First thing Tuesday!! Brian was the technician (plumber) to service our home.. Upfront and honest service.. Completed replacing a pipe within a one day time period!! Very pleasant timely service .. Brian came into our home found the leak and fixed it and cleaned up ever bit on his mess once he was able to fix our problem!! We would definitely recommend Brian Scroggins Plumbing!!

I can always count on Brian to help me out. I have used his services for a few years now. I would highly recommend him.

This team is my hero! If I could give more than 5 stars I would! Visit from water company said I was leaking more water in 1 day than I used all last month, yikes! Brian to the rescue, same day service and they will be my forever go to, thanks for awesome same day service!

Brian replaced my water heater, quickly and efficiently. He came at his appointment time, left with no mess, and even tagged and showed me the cutoff valves. Highly recommend.

Brian is always professional and easy to get in contact with. He is very knowledgeable and does great work in a timely manner. I would recommend him to anybody.

Called Scroggin’s on Friday before a holiday

I can always count on Brian to help me out. I have used his services for a few years now. I would highly recommend him.

Serving Southern Indiana & the Louisville Metro

Based in Jeffersonville, we serve communities on both sides of the Ohio River, including all of Clark and Floyd counties, and extending to Harrison, Washington, and Scott counties, as well as the greater Louisville metro. Whether you’re nearby or down a county road, we’ll make the drive.

Drain Cleaning Questions

Straight answers, no filler.

Still have a question?

Call us directly — we’ll give you a straight answer, never a sales pitch.

How much does drain cleaning cost?

Cost depends on the location and severity of the clog. We provide upfront pricing after diagnosing the problem, so you know exactly what you’re paying before we start. No hidden fees.

How long does drain cleaning take?

Most single-drain clogs are cleared in 30 to 60 minutes. Main line cleaning can take 1 to 2 hours, depending on what we find. We’ll give you a time estimate before we begin.

Should I use store-bought drain cleaner first?

We don’t recommend it. Chemical drain cleaners can corrode older pipes and usually only punch a small hole through the clog. The blockage comes back quickly. Professional cleaning removes the full buildup safely.

What's the difference between drain cleaning and hydro jetting?

Drain cleaning uses a mechanical snake or auger to break through the clog. Hydro jetting uses high-pressure water to scour the entire pipe wall clean. Jetting is better for grease buildup, root intrusion, or recurring clogs.

Do you clean drains for businesses too?

Yes. We handle drain cleaning for restaurants, retail spaces, offices, and commercial properties. We’re set up for both residential and commercial plumbing throughout Southern Indiana and the Louisville metro.

Still have a question?

Call us directly — we’ll give you a straight answer, never a sales pitch.