Professional Drainage & Sewer Services in Greater Vancouver
Drainage problems rarely fix themselves — a slow drain today can become a full sewer backup tomorrow. Main Drain Mechanical provides comprehensive drainage and sewer services across Greater Vancouver, from routine drain cleaning to full sewer line replacement. Our Red Seal certified technicians use the latest camera and jetting equipment to identify and fix the root cause — not just clear the symptom.
Whether you are dealing with a gurgling floor drain, recurring backups, tree root intrusion, or a collapsed mainline, we dispatch same-day for urgent calls and provide a written fixed-price quote before any work begins. No surprise invoices, no upselling — just honest work from a licensed, insured, WCB-covered crew.
Drainage & Sewer Services We Provide
Camera Inspections
We locate blockages precisely with HD sewer cameras, saving you time and money on unnecessary digging.
High-Pressure Hydro-Jetting
Our commercial-grade hydro-jet systems blast through grease, roots, and debris that ordinary snaking can't touch.
Full Pipe Repair & Lining
From spot repairs to full trenchless pipe lining, we restore your sewer without tearing up your yard.
Our team handles the full range of residential and light commercial drainage work across Metro Vancouver:
- Drain cleaning and mechanical snaking — clears blockages in sinks, tubs, showers, and floor drains without harsh chemicals
- High-pressure hydro-jetting — 4,000 PSI water jetting blasts away grease buildup, mineral scale, and soft root intrusions for a thorough clean that lasts
- CCTV sewer camera inspection — video camera shows exactly what is inside your pipes so we know what we are dealing with before any digging starts
- Tree root removal — root intrusion is one of the top causes of sewer backups; we cut and flush roots and assess whether pipe lining is needed
- Sewer line repair and replacement — from spot repairs to full mainline replacement, including trenchless pipe relining where conditions allow
- Catch basin cleaning and maintenance — commercial and residential catch basins pumped, inspected, and certified for municipal compliance
- Perimeter drain inspection and repair — foundation drainage systems inspected by camera and repaired or replaced to protect your home from water intrusion
- Backwater valve installation — protect your basement from city sewer surges with a certified backwater valve, required by most municipalities for rebate eligibility
Warning Signs You Have a Drainage Problem
What We Cover
- Floor drain backups
- Kitchen & bathroom clogs
- Root intrusion removal
- Sump pump installation
- Catch basin cleaning
- French drain installation
Drainage issues often start small and escalate quickly. Do not wait for a full backup — call us if you notice any of the following warning signs:
- Multiple fixtures draining slowly at the same time (indicates a main line blockage, not a local clog)
- Gurgling sounds from floor drains, toilets, or sinks after water runs elsewhere in the house
- Sewage or rotten egg smell inside the home, particularly from floor drains in the basement
- Wet patches, sinkholes, or unusually green grass in the yard above your sewer line
- Water backing up into the shower or bathtub when you flush the toilet
- Recurring blockages that return within a few weeks of being cleared
Our Drainage Inspection and Repair Process
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We follow a four-step process on every call to make sure we fix the actual problem and not just clear the immediate symptom:
- Camera inspection first — on any call involving recurring backups or suspected structural damage, we run a CCTV camera before quoting for repair work
- Fixed-price written quote — once we know what we are dealing with, you get a clear price in writing before we touch anything
- Targeted repair or clean — we use the right method for the problem: snake for simple blockages, hydro-jet for grease and scale, spot repair or pipe relining for structural damage
- Post-work camera verification — on sewer line repairs, we run the camera again after the work to confirm the line is clear and the repair is solid
Licensed and Available 24/7 Across Greater Vancouver
Common Drainage Problems We Fix
Slow-Draining Sinks
Grease, soap scum, and hair accumulate over time. Our hydro-jetting service clears the entire pipe, not just the visible clog.
Sewage Backup
A backed-up main sewer line is a health hazard. We carry camera equipment on every service truck so we can diagnose and fix it fast.
Root Intrusion
Tree roots seek water and crack older clay pipes. We remove roots and offer trenchless lining to seal pipes against re-entry.
Foul Odours
Persistent drain odours often signal a p-trap issue or partial blockage deep in your system — both fixed in a single visit.
Our drainage crews serve Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, New Westminster, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Delta, Coquitlam, and Port Moody. We know the drainage infrastructure, soil conditions, and permit requirements in each municipality — fewer surprises and faster permits when excavation is needed.
Emergency drainage calls — sewer backups, flooding, collapsed lines — are dispatched 24 hours a day, 7 days a week including holidays. Call (778) 239-9199 for immediate dispatch.
