Newport Beach Drain Services

Camera-Guided Drain Diagnosis with Commission-Free Recommendations

At McKeown Plumbing, we provide reliable drain cleaning and sewer services for Newport Beach properties using modern inspection, high-pressure cleaning, and trenchless repair technology. Because our technicians are not paid on commission, our sole objective is to investigate your line, explain our findings clearly, and recommend solutions based on your plumbing’s actual condition, never a sales quota.

Based in Laguna Beach, we’ve served coastal Orange County for over 50 years. We hold both California Class C (Plumbing) and Class A (General Engineering) licenses, giving us validated expertise to handle everything from routine residential drain issues to complex commercial and public infrastructure projects.

Drain Cleaning & Sewer Line Services for Newport Beach

A slow-draining sink often indicates a localized clog, whereas multiple fixtures backing up or gurgling simultaneously typically point to a main sewer line blockage. Recurring issues often stem from grease, scale buildup, tree root intrusion, or deteriorating pipes in older coastal properties. We thoroughly investigate the root cause before recommending a solution.

Our drain service capabilities include:

• Sewer video camera inspection. We guide a specialized camera through underground lines to pinpoint blockages, cracks, or root intrusions and evaluate overall pipe health.
• High-pressure hydro jetting. We utilize concentrated water pressure to scour pipes clean, removing heavy grease, mineral scale, and stubborn buildup from interior walls.
• CIPP trenchless pipe lining: Cured-In-Place-Pipe (CIPP) technology creates a durable, new pipe lining inside an existing damaged sewer line, repairing the pipe without extensively excavating your landscaping or hardscaping.

Whether dealing with vulnerable clay sewer laterals or aging lines prone to mineral scale, our methodical approach reflects our core service philosophy: "Clean. Safe. Efficient."

Signs You Have a Drain Problem

Drain issues rarely happen overnight, your plumbing usually gives warning signs before a complete backup occurs. Identifying these symptoms early can save you from costly water damage and major line repairs.

Contact our team if you notice any of these common warning signs:

• Slow draining fixtures. Water takes an unusually long time to clear from your sink, shower, or bathtub.
• Frequent or recurring clogs. A drain that keeps clogging even after you’ve cleared it with a plunger or household snake.
• Gurgling sounds Odd bubbling or gurgling noises coming from your toilet, drains, or walls when running water or appliances.
• Multiple backed-up drains. Water backing up into your shower or tub when you flush the toilet or run the washing machine (a primary indicator of a main line blockage).
• Foul drain odors. Persistent smells of sewage or decomposing organic material coming from your drains.
• Fruit flies or drain flies. Small insects hovering around sink or floor drains, often attracted to organic buildup inside dirty pipes.

What to Keep Out of Your Drains

Most household drain blockages are entirely preventable. Protecting your plumbing system starts with knowing what should never go down your sinks, toilets, or disposal units.

To prevent severe clogs and pipe damage, avoid putting the following down your drains:

• Grease, fats and cooking oils. Liquid grease cools and solidifies inside your pipes, creating a thick trap for other debris. Pour cooled grease into a container and throw it in the trash instead.
• Coffee grounds and eggshells. Ground coffee doesn't dissolve; it clumps together in water and settles in pipe bends, forming heavy, concrete-like blockages.
• "Flushable" wipes and paper towels. Unlike toilet paper, wet wipes, shop towels, and personal hygiene products do not break down rapidly in water. They are a leading cause of main sewer line backups.
• Chemical drain cleaners. Harsh store-bought chemical cleaners rely on caustic reactions that generate intense heat. Over time, they can corrode metal pipes, melt PVC connections, and damage older clay sewer laterals without completely solving the clog.
• Expanded starches. Pasta, rice, oatmeal, and potato peels absorb water and swell inside the drain, creating sticky obstructions that trap other food particles.