Drain Cleaning

Drain Cleaning in Nashville

Name: M.J. Frick Co.
Address: 3651 Trousdale Drive,, Nashville, TN, 37204
Telephone: (615) 338-6265

One Slow Fixture or Several Backups? Find the Source First

A slow sink, shower, or tub may point to a localized obstruction. Gurgling, foul odors, standing water, or backups across several fixtures can signal a larger drain or sewer line problem.

Our drain cleaning service starts with the pattern of symptoms. We locate the likely obstruction, assess the line, select a clearing method suited to its condition, and test the flow after service. If we find signs of pipe damage, we explain what we found and what to consider next.

Call (615) 338-6265 to schedule service for a clogged drain at your Nashville home or business.

Choosing the Right Method for the Blockage

The right approach depends on the obstruction’s location and cause, as well as the condition of the pipe. We provide diagnostic video pipe evaluation, heavy-duty cable augering, and high-pressure hydro-jetting for residential and commercial properties.

Our drain-clearing methods include:

Video pipe evaluation: A small camera provides a view inside the line, helping us locate an obstruction and identify grease buildup, tree root intrusion, deterioration, or visible damage.
Cable augering: A flexible cable moves through the line to break through or remove suitable localized obstructions.
Hydro-jetting: Pressurized water clears suitable buildup from the interior walls of a drain or sewer line.

An evaluation can change the service decision. If it reveals structural damage, severe deterioration, or a recurring source of blockage, clearing the line may provide only temporary relief. We’ll explain when further repair or replacement assessment should be considered.

Our Values

Relationships Over Transactions

Our business is built on trust, consistency, and long-term relationships. Repeat customers, referrals, and decades-long loyalty are the true measure of our success.
Quality of Work First, Always
Doing the job right the first time is our standard. We focus on workmanship that lasts, even if it means fewer jobs and more time on each one. Quality isn’t an upgrade—it’s who we are.
Honest Guidance, Never Upselling
We believe homeowners deserve clarity, not pressure. Our technicians explain the problem, the options, and the best path forward—no gimmicks, no upsell tactics, ever.
Locally Trusted, Proven Excellence
Recognition like “Best Plumber in Blount County” reflects what matters most to us—quality work and the trust of the communities we serve. We earn that trust every day.
Community Roots, Family Values
Nashville is home, and we treat everyone we serve like a neighbor. Our team is family, our customers are extended family, and our reputation is built on showing up with honesty, respect, and heart.

This is what I call outstanding service!
“I’m so impressed with their dedication and service. Thank you for going above and beyond!”

Kari F.
No upselling or scare tactics. Less than an hour later, it was working like a champ.
“Our HVAC was doing all the normal things except actually blowing the hot air. MJ Frick got to us the first day and arrived exactly when they promised.”

Jeanne N.
Top notch company, great service- will continue to enlist their services in the future.
“Our service technician, Dalton, was prompt, courteous, and investigated a concern with our ductwork.”

Jason & Jennifer N.
MJ Frick Company truly stands out for their outstanding service and dedication to customer satisfaction.
“I am delighted to recommend MJ Frick Company for their exceptional service and competitive pricing. Having worked with them on two installations over the past 15 years, I can confidently say they are the best in the industry.”

Frank K.
Grateful for honest & hard working people that we always get when we call Frick!!
“Chris was awesome!! He came in and not only fixed our issue, but gave us tips on how to take care of it ourselves if it happens again!”

Beth M.
We love this trustworthy company!
“Everyone on their team is incredible. Planning, estimating, servicing, office support, sales support, all the way to the top.”

Russell A.
Less than an hour later, it was working like a champ!
“MJ Frick got to us the first day and arrived exactly when they promised. It turned that the burners just needed cleaning. No upselling or scare tactics.”

Jeanne N.
Thank you for being honest!
“Dustin said not only did the work not need to be done but that if it did they would be it several hundred dollars cheaper. I am moving all my heating, cooling, and plumbing needs to MJ Frick.”

Jim P.
Great customer service!
“Technicians completed water heater replacement and identified and repaired unknown leak. Technicians worked into the evening to get the system back online quickly.”

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Serving Nashville With Straightforward Plumbing Service Since 1980

We’ve served Nashville since 1980 as M.J. Frick Co., a BBB Accredited Business. We approach plumbing work with careful workmanship, respectful service, and direct communication.

Before work begins, we provide an upfront estimate and explain the recommended approach without high-pressure sales tactics. You’ll have a chance to ask questions, understand what we found, and make an informed service decision.

Common Drain Blockages & Private Sewer Line Responsibility

Metro Water Services advises Nashville property owners to keep fats, cooking oil, and grease out of sinks, toilets, and other drains. These materials can collect inside household pipes and contribute to blockages in sanitary sewers.

The agency states that property owners are responsible for the private sewer service line from the building to the public sewer main, subject to its easement procedures. If recurring symptoms involve that line, locating the blockage and evaluating the pipe can clarify the next service step.

Food residue, hair, soap buildup, foreign objects, root intrusion, and pipe deterioration can restrict flow as well. A problem may sit close to one fixture or farther along the drainage system, which is why repeated surface-level clearing may fail to resolve it.

Practical Ways to Reduce Recurring Drain Problems

Disposal habits can help reduce many common household clogs. Drain use, blockage history, and pipe condition should guide any care plan for a home, rental property, or commercial building.

Useful drain-care habits include:

Keep cooking grease, oil, coffee grounds, fibrous food scraps, and wipes out of drain lines.
Use strainers in shower and sink drains to catch hair and debris.
Watch for recurring odors, gurgling, or slow drainage across several fixtures.
Request a drainage assessment instead of repeatedly treating the same clog with chemical cleaners.

Commercial kitchens, rental properties, older homes, and buildings with repeated main-line symptoms may need a care plan based on usage, past blockages, and evaluation findings.

FAQs About Drain Cleaning in Nashville

How can I tell if tree roots are blocking my main sewer line?

When tree roots enter sewer pipes, you will notice multiple fixtures draining slowly, gurgling sounds from toilets, or sewage backing up into lower-level tubs. A camera inspection provides visual proof of root intrusion.

What is the main difference between cable snaking and hydro-jetting?

Cable snaking uses a rotating flexible steel cable to cut through dense blockages like tree roots, whereas hydro-jetting uses high-pressure water streams to scrub grease, sludge, and scale off pipe walls.

Can hydro-jetting damage older clay or cast iron pipes?

Prior to hydro-jetting, technicians conduct a camera inspection. If older pipes show advanced cracking or structural decay, mechanical snaking methods are used instead to clear the line safely without causing further damage.

How fast can a technician arrive for an emergency sewer line backup?

We offer 24/7 emergency dispatch and same-day scheduling options to address urgent sewer line backups rapidly, protecting your living spaces from standing wastewater.

Schedule Drain Cleaning in Nashville

From a single clogged fixture to a multi-fixture backup, we identify the likely source and recommend a method that fits the condition of the line. We offer same-day scheduling options for plumbing service and 24/7 emergency availability for urgent issues at residential and commercial properties.

Tell us which fixtures are affected, when the symptoms began, and if water is backing up. Those details can help our team prepare for the visit.

Call (615) 338-6265 to schedule drain clearing with M.J. Frick Co..

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