Drain Cleaning & Sewer Services in Central Maryland
We Diagnose First. Then We Fix It Right.
A slow drain might be a simple clog. Or it might be a collapsed sewer line 10 feet underground. The difference between those two problems is a camera inspection, and that’s where we start. Bailey Bros. handles drain and sewer work of every kind for homes and businesses across Harford County, Baltimore County, Anne Arundel County, Howard County, and Baltimore City.
What We Fix, Install, and Build
From emergency calls to full installations, here’s how we help.
Emergency
Plumbing
Burst pipes, gas leaks, sewer backups, and flooding — 24/7, including nights, weekends, and holidays. We dispatch fast and fix it right.
Drain & Sewer
Clogged drains, sewer line repair and replacement, camera inspections, hydro jetting, and underslab plumbing. We clear the blockage and fix the cause.
Water Heaters
Tank and tankless water heater repair, replacement, and new installation. We work with all major brands and offer same-day service on most repairs.
Water Quality
Whole-house water filtration, water softeners, well pump repair and replacement, and water testing. Clean water for your family starts here.
Commercial
Plumbing
Grease trap cleaning and installation, backflow prevention and annual testing, hydro jetting, and scheduled maintenance plans for restaurants, offices, and property managers.
Water & Mold Remediation
Full-service water damage restoration and mold remediation — demo, structural dryout, air scrubbing, and rebuild. One company from leak to finish.
Emergency
Plumbing
Burst pipes, gas leaks, sewer backups, and flooding — 24/7, including nights, weekends, and holidays. We dispatch fast and fix it right.
Drain & Sewer
Clogged drains, sewer line repair and replacement, camera inspections, hydro jetting, and underslab plumbing. We clear the blockage and fix the cause.
Water Heaters
Tank and tankless water heater repair, replacement, and new installation. We work with all major brands and offer same-day service on most repairs.
Water Quality
Whole-house water filtration, water softeners, well pump repair and replacement, and water testing. Clean water for your family starts here.
Commercial
Plumbing
Grease trap cleaning and installation, backflow prevention and annual testing, hydro jetting, and scheduled maintenance plans for restaurants, offices, and property managers.
Water & Mold Remediation
Full-service water damage restoration and mold remediation — demo, structural dryout, air scrubbing, and rebuild. One company from leak to finish.
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Central Maryland's Drain and Sewer Team
Bailey Bros. Plumbing & Drain Services handles drain and sewer work from the fixture to the street. Whether it’s a clogged kitchen sink, tree roots crushing a sewer main, or a grease-packed restaurant line that keeps backing up, we show up with the right equipment and the experience to fix it.
The EPA estimates that 23,000 to 75,000 sanitary sewer overflow events occur in the United States every year, and blockages from grease, debris, and tree roots are the leading cause. Keeping your drain and sewer lines in good condition protects your home, your health, and your property value.
We take a diagnosis-first approach. We run a sewer camera before recommending major work, so you’re never paying for a repair you don’t need. When the problem is confirmed, we explain every option with upfront pricing and no pressure. Many of the homes in our service area were built between the 1940s and 1990s with original clay, cast iron, or Orangeburg sewer lines still in the ground. According to U.S. Census data, Baltimore City’s median construction year is 1948 and Baltimore County’s is 1973, which means a significant portion of the sewer infrastructure in Central Maryland is 50 years old or more.
Our team is led by a licensed Master Plumber with 28 years of experience. Every job is backed by a 1-year labor warranty. Financing is available through Wisetack for larger sewer projects. We also offer a snake and camera package for a $500 flat rate and $350 off hydro jetting or sewer line cleaning.
Why Choose Bailey Bros.
24/7 Emergency Response
We pick up. We dispatch. Day, night, weekends, holidays. No exceptions.
3,000+ Projects Completed
Two decades of work in Harford County homes and businesses. We've seen it and fixed it.
Master-Level Credentials
MD Master Plumber · Master Gas Fitter · Backflow Certified. This isn't a crew — it's a qualified team.
1-Year Labor Warranty
Every job we do is backed by a full one-year labor warranty. If something isn't right, we make it right.
Our Drain & Sewer Services
Slow kitchen drain, clogged bathroom sink, floor drain backing up, or a gurgling noise that won't stop. We clear residential and commercial drain lines using professional snakes and augering equipment. We also offer a snake and camera package for $500, so you see what's inside the pipe before we recommend a fix.
Tree roots, collapsed pipes, bellied sewer lines, and aging clay or cast iron that's reached the end of its life. When a drain snake can't solve the problem, sewer repair or full sewer main replacement is the next step. We use both traditional excavation and trenchless sewer repair methods. Sewer main installation is one of our most-requested services.
Before we recommend any major repair, we show you the problem on screen. Our sewer camera inspection gives you a real-time video look inside your drain and sewer lines. We also provide underground line location for sewer, water, and gas lines. Camera inspections are especially valuable before purchasing a home.
When pipes beneath a concrete slab fail, repairs get complex. Wet spots on a concrete floor, hot spots on the slab, or water coming up through the foundation are signs of an underslab failure. We handle slab leak detection, pipe replacement, tunneling, rerouting, and restoration.
High-pressure water blasts the entire pipe wall clean, not just punching through the clog but removing the buildup that causes it to come back. Hydro jetting is the most effective method for grease-heavy commercial lines, recurring residential backups, and heavy root intrusion. Save $350 on hydro jetting this season.
What's Going On With Your Drains?
Find your situation below. We’ll point you to the right service.
One Drain Is Slow
Possible causes: localized clog from hair, grease, or soap buildup in the trap or branch line. Likely service: drain cleaning. If cleaning doesn’t resolve it, a camera inspection shows what’s happening deeper in the system.
Multiple Drains Are Backing Up at Once
Possible causes: main sewer line blockage, tree root intrusion, collapsed pipe, or bellied sewer line. When more than one drain backs up at the same time, the problem is in the main line, and likely needs sewer repair. A camera inspection confirms the cause.
Drains Back Up When It Rains
Possible causes: broken sewer line allowing groundwater infiltration, root intrusion creating a partial blockage that worsens during storms, or a connection issue between storm and sanitary lines. Likely service: sewer camera inspection to find the failure point.
Gurgling Noise From a Drain
Possible causes: partial blockage in the drain or vent line trapping air. A gurgling noise is often an early warning that a full backup is coming. Likely service: drain cleaning or camera inspection.
Sewer Smell in the House
Possible causes: dried-out P-trap, broken drain seal, cracked sewer pipe under the slab, or a venting issue allowing sewer gas into the home. If the smell is at one fixture, it may be a simple fix. If it’s throughout the house, the problem may be underslab plumbing or the main line.
Floor Drain Backing Up
Possible causes: main sewer line blockage, tree root intrusion, or a backup from the municipal sewer during heavy rain. A floor drain backing up usually means the blockage is beyond the house trap, in the main line, and sewer repair is needed.
Why Bailey Bros. for Drain & Sewer Work
Camera First, Then Recommendation
We run a sewer camera before recommending major work. You see the problem on screen before we propose a solution. No guesswork. No paying for a repair based on a guess. This approach saves homeowners money and builds trust.
Sewer Main Installation Is Our Specialty
Sewer main replacement is one of our most-requested services and one we’ve built a strong reputation around. Our team has completed thousands of drain and sewer projects across the Greater Baltimore area, and we bring the right equipment and experience to every job.
We Handle the Hard Jobs
Underslab sewer failures, deep sewer mains, tree root invasions that have destroyed the pipe, and commercial lines packed with grease. These are the jobs other plumbers refer out. We take them on because we have the equipment and the experience.
One Company for the Clog and the Damage
If a sewer backup causes water damage or mold in your home, we handle the full remediation in-house. No coordinating between a plumber and a restoration company. One crew handles the plumbing fix and the cleanup.
Hear It From Your Neighbors
Very Professional and gets the job done! Bailey Bros was recommended to me by a friend who is a general contractor. They came and were very transparent with everything that needed to be done. They were professional and courteous as they explained everything before and during the process. They had to dig a very deep trench to access my sewer line and they returned the following days to finish, re-seed and straw my yard. Thank you! I have peace-of-mind knowing the task was done right.
I was having problems with my toilet and was looking for a plumber. I called Bailey Bros. and spoke with Ray on the first call. He came to my home and fixed the issue. He was very professional and easy to deal with from the first conversation I had with him. He was great! I will only call Bailey Brothers for any plumbing issues I have in the future.
Had these guys install a hot water heater for me. I bought the heater and they were gracious enough to install it. They were friendly, responsive and the least expensive after a comprehensive search. Significantly less expensive. They were thorough and explained everything. Shawn (my tech) was charming. Someone you’d be happy to go out and have a drink with. They have a 5 star rating. They ran a little late, but for the savings and quality of work, it was well worth it. The basement was a little cleaner after their work than before they arrived. I highly recommend them.
Thank you Shawn and Mike! My water heater busted on a Saturday and they were able to install a new one within a few days! 🥰 you guys are awesome! It’s so much better than the old one from 1999! 🫠
Drain & Sewer Questions
What causes slow drains?
The most common causes are grease buildup, hair, soap residue, food debris, and mineral deposits. In older homes across the Baltimore metro, tree root intrusion and pipe deterioration are frequent causes. A single slow drain is usually a localized clog. Multiple slow drains point to a main line issue.
Hydro jetting vs snaking: which is better?
Snaking punches through a clog and restores flow. Hydro jetting removes buildup from the entire pipe wall, which reduces the chance of the clog coming back. For most residential clogs, snaking is enough. For grease-heavy commercial lines, recurring backups, or heavy root intrusion, hydro jetting is the better long-term solution.
How much does sewer repair cost in Maryland?
Cost depends on the type of repair, depth and location of the pipe, and whether excavation or trenchless methods are used. We provide upfront pricing after a camera inspection so you know exactly what the job involves. Financing is available through Wisetack.
How do I know if my sewer line needs to be replaced?
Recurring backups despite repeated cleaning, tree roots that keep growing back, a collapsed or bellied section visible on camera, or a sewer line made of deteriorating clay or Orangeburg are all signs that replacement is the better investment. A camera inspection gives you a clear picture before you decide.
Do you offer commercial drain cleaning?
Yes. We provide drain cleaning and hydro jetting for restaurants, commercial kitchens, and businesses across Central Maryland, including scheduled maintenance plans to prevent the kind of backups that shut down operations.
What is trenchless sewer repair?
Trenchless methods allow us to repair or replace a sewer line without digging up the entire yard. Not every situation qualifies, but when it’s an option, it saves time, reduces landscaping damage, and often costs less than traditional excavation.
What areas do you serve for drain and sewer work?
We serve Harford County, Baltimore County, Baltimore City, Anne Arundel County, and Howard County, including Bel Air, Aberdeen, Towson, Dundalk, Middle River, Baltimore, Annapolis, Glen Burnie, Severna Park, Columbia, and the I-95 corridor.
Do you offer specials on drain or sewer services?
Yes. Our snake and camera package is a $500 flat rate. We’re offering $350 off hydro jetting or sewer line cleaning this season. Financing through Wisetack is available on larger projects. Call (443) 787-5995 for details.
Where We Work
Bailey Bros. Plumbing & Drain Services is based at 2714 Pulaski Hwy #4, Edgewood, MD 21040. We’re a service-area business, meaning we come to you. Our Edgewood location puts us in the center of the I-95 corridor, giving us fast access to communities across five counties.
We serve Harford County, Baltimore County, Baltimore City, Anne Arundel County, and Howard County, from Bel Air and Aberdeen to Towson, Baltimore, Annapolis, Columbia, and communities throughout the I-95 corridor. See all service areas
- Harford County
- Baltimore County
- ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY
- Baltimore City
- HOWARD COUNTY
- BONUS I-95 CORRIDOR
