What Your Drains Are Trying to Tell You
A slow drain today is a backed-up house tomorrow. If any of these sound familiar, call us before it gets worse. Most drain issues are fixable in a single visit.
Slow Draining Sinks or Tubs
Water that takes too long to go down usually means buildup is partially blocking the line. The blockage gets worse fast.
Gurgling Sounds
Drains making bubbling or gurgling noises mean air is trapped behind a partial clog. Often points to a venting or main line issue.
Recurring Clogs
If you've used a plunger or store-bought drain cleaner multiple times in the same drain, the real problem is further down the line.
Foul Odors
Sewer smell from a drain means buildup, a dry trap, or a venting problem. We find the source and clear it.
Multiple Slow Drains
When more than one drain backs up at the same time, the clog is in your main line. This is the one you don't want to ignore.
Water Backing Up
Toilet bubbles when you run the shower, or the tub backs up when the washer drains. Classic main line blockage.
Every Drain in Your Home
From a stubborn kitchen sink to a backed-up main sewer line, our trucks come equipped to handle it on the first visit.
Kitchen Sink Drains
Grease, food waste, soap buildup — the most common drain we clear.
Bathroom Sink & Tub Drains
Hair, soap scum, and the buildup that comes with both.
Shower Drains
Stops the standing water problem at the source, not just at the cover.
Toilet Clogs
The kind a plunger can't fix. We clear the line, not just the bowl.
Main Sewer Lines
The big one. Tree roots, broken pipes, accumulated waste — we have the tools for it.
Floor Drains
Basement and laundry room floor drains backing up — usually a main line issue we can confirm with a camera.
Laundry & Utility Drains
Washing machine drain pipes, utility sinks, and condensate lines.
Outdoor & Yard Drains
Clogged area drains, downspout drains, and yard drainage backups.
Don't Wait for a Full Backup
A slow drain today is a flooded basement next week. Call us and clear it now.
Call (720) 664-7748How We Actually Clear Drains
Most drain cleaners only have one method. We carry multiple because not every clog is the same. Wrong tool means recurring problems and higher costs for you.
Mechanical Snake / Cable
A motorized cable that breaks through clogs and pulls back the obstruction. Good for most kitchen, bathroom, and branch line clogs.
Best for: Hair, soap buildup, food, paper clogs, branch lines
Hydro Jetting
High-pressure water blasts the inside of the pipe clean — not just punching a hole through the clog. Removes grease, scale, and roots completely.
Best for: Heavy grease buildup, tree roots, recurring main line clogs, restaurants
Camera Inspection
A waterproof camera goes down the line so we can see exactly what's causing the problem — roots, a collapsed pipe, or just buildup — before we recommend a fix.
Best for: Recurring clogs, suspected broken pipes, sewer line problems, before buying a home
The Big Apple Commitment
Every drain call comes with the same standards. No exceptions, no fine print, no upsell.
Same-day appointments
When available. Most drain jobs get scheduled the day you call.
Upfront written pricing
You see the cost before we start. No surprises.
Right tool, first time
We bring snake, jetter, and camera so we don't have to reschedule mid-job.
Honest diagnosis
If a snake will fix it, we won't sell you hydro jetting.
Licensed, insured, background-checked
Real plumbers in branded trucks. No subcontractors.
Wisetack financing available
Spread the cost over time if it's a bigger main line job.
1,000+ Five-Star Reviews From Colorado Homeowners
We're not a national chain. We live here, we work here, and our reputation is the only thing keeping the lights on.
"Got the job done in a very efficient time and manner. Would highly recommend. BTW Gabriel is a Master Plumber."
— Terrie P. · Google Review
"They arrived on time, were incredibly thorough, and took care of my issues without any hassle. I can't thank Big Apple Plumbing enough."
— Michael W. · Google Review
"After a braided hose burst at 6:00 a.m., I contacted multiple plumbing companies, only to be told they were either closed or unavailable. Big Apple Plumbing stood out immediately. Gabriel was our technician, and he was exceptional."
— Chris C. · Google Review
Drain Cleaning FAQs
How much does drain cleaning cost?
It depends on the drain and the method. A standard kitchen or bathroom sink snake job is on the lower end. Main sewer line jobs, hydro jetting, and camera inspections cost more. We give you a written, itemized quote before any work starts. Wisetack financing is available on qualifying jobs.
Can you come out today?
Same-day appointments are available in most cases. Call us early and we'll get a licensed plumber to your home as soon as possible.
What's the difference between snaking and hydro jetting?
A snake (or cable) breaks through a clog and pulls the obstruction back. Hydro jetting uses high-pressure water to clean the inside of the pipe entirely — removing grease, scale, and roots. Snaking is faster and cheaper. Hydro jetting lasts longer and works better on recurring clogs and heavy buildup.
When do I need a camera inspection?
If you've had the same drain clog more than twice, if water backs up across multiple drains at once, or if you're buying a home and want to know the condition of the sewer line, a camera inspection saves money long-term by showing you exactly what's going on.
Are chemical drain cleaners safe to use first?
No. Most store-bought drain cleaners corrode your pipes over time, especially older galvanized or cast iron lines. They also rarely fix the actual problem — they just punch a small hole through the clog. Call a plumber before reaching for a chemical.
Is there a warranty?
Yes. Every drain cleaning job is backed by Big Apple's 1-year warranty on parts and labor. If the same clog comes back within the warranty period, we'll handle it.
Get That Drain Flowing Again
No phone trees. No voicemails. No waiting around. Call and we'll get a technician on the way.
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