What Is a Sewer Cleanout? | A3 Plumbing Bakersfield Explains
🧰 What Is a Sewer Cleanout, and Why Every Home in Bakersfield Should Know About It
If you’ve ever had a plumber struggle to access your main sewer line, you’ve probably heard the words: "You need a cleanout"
But what is a sewer cleanout? And why does it matter so much — especially for homeowners in Bakersfield?
🔎 Sewer Cleanout 101
A sewer cleanout is a capped pipe that gives direct access to your home’s main sewer line. It’s typically installed in the yard, side of the house, or near the foundation.
Plumbers use it to quickly snake, jet, or inspect your drain system without tearing apart toilets or climbing on the roof.
✅ Why It Matters (Big Time)
If you don’t have a cleanout:
Drain cleaning takes longer and costs more
Accessing blockages can cause damage to your home
Severe clogs may require cutting into pipes or pulling toilets
Hydro-jettingnot always possible without cleanout access
In neighborhoods like Laurelglen, Belle Terrace, Seven Oaks, River Lakes Ranch and many older homes were built with no cleanout — or with ones that are buried or hidden.
⚠️ Signs You Might Not Have a Cleanout:
Plumbers always pull a toilet to clear clogs
You’ve been told your “house has no access”
You don’t see a capped pipe outside
You’ve been quoted extra for “roof access” service
🔧 Can A3 Plumbing Install a Cleanout?
Absolutely, we install cleanouts— and we recommend it for any Bakersfield home.
Our cleanout installs are:
Code-compliant and city-approved
Professionally excavated and leveled
Installed in a spot that’s easy to reach for future service
Covered cleanly with a cap, not a mess
Once installed, you’ll save time and money every time you need drain or sewer work.
🏡 Trusted by Homeowners Across Bakersfield
We’ve inspected and installed cleanouts in:
Silver Creek
Laurelglen
River Lakes Ranch
Quailwood
Stockdale Estates
Southwest Bakersfield
…and all of Bakersfield.
📞 Call A3 Plumbing for a Cleanout Inspection or Quote
Not sure if you have a cleanout? Or want one installed before your next backup? We’ll check for free and give you honest pricing — no pressure.
