Jason M.
Oct 21, 2026
Our basement floor drain backed up on a Sunday. PlusFlow called back quickly, cleared the line and showed us on camera what caused it. Clear explanation, no pressure, and they left everything clean.

Service · Calgary
Tree roots are drawn to the moisture in sewer lines and can enter through small joints or cracks. Our mechanical cutting equipment removes root intrusions and restores flow, and a follow-up camera check helps confirm the line condition.
Overview
Tree roots are drawn to the warmth and moisture of a sewer line and enter through tiny gaps at joints. Once inside, they grow into a net that catches paper and waste until the line blocks.
Mechanical root cutting uses a powered cable with rotating blades sized to the pipe to cut roots back to the pipe wall and restore flow — without digging up your yard.

No clear, no clearing charge
On eligible standard blockages.
Spot Problems Early
Problems build up gradually. Watch for these warning signs before a small issue becomes a backup.
Problems that return every spring or fall.
Every fixture drains slower than it should.
Air trapped behind a root mass.
Poplars, willows and elms are common culprits in Calgary.
A past inspection showed intrusion at joints.
Water rising when laundry or showers run.
Root Causes
Understanding the cause is how we stop a problem from coming back — not just clear it for today.
01Older pipe materials have many joints roots can enter.
02Ground movement opens cracks that roots exploit.
03Lines near the surface sit right in the root zone.
04Root systems spread far beyond the canopy.
What We Offer
Roots cut back to the pipe wall from cleanout to city side.
Inspection after cutting to confirm the result and pipe condition.
Intrusion points located from above ground for targeted repairs.
Fine root hairs flushed out after cutting where suitable.
A cutting interval that keeps roots from fully blocking the line.
Honest advice on when repair makes more sense than repeat cutting.
Why PlusFlow
Honest diagnosis, the right equipment and clear pricing — for homes and businesses across Calgary and area.
See PricingWe know local soil, older city laterals and how spring melt and winter frost affect lines here.
Camera verification is available on most jobs, so recommendations are based on what's actually in the pipe.
Standard services have published starting prices, and extra time is only added with your approval.
Most properties can keep mature trees with the right maintenance plan.
Our Process
Tree roots are drawn to the moisture in sewer lines and can enter through small joints or cracks. Our mechanical cutting equipment removes root intrusions and restores flow, and a follow-up camera check helps confirm the line condition.
We identify where roots are entering the line.
Rotating cutting heads remove roots back to the pipe wall.
We recommend a maintenance interval or repair options based on what we find.

What's Included
We confirm the problem before recommending work.
Tools matched to your pipe size, material and condition.
You'll know what we found, what we did and what's next.
Protective care inside, and a clean work area when we leave.
Gallery

Roots entering through joints and cracks.

Mechanical cutters restore the pipe diameter.

We show you the line after cutting.

Keep your trees and a working sewer.

A schedule that suits your line.


Before / After
Roots work into joints and catch debris. Cutting restores the pipe opening, and a camera confirms the result.
Our Process
Tell us about your drainage issue or maintenance needs.
We assess the problem using camera inspection equipment.
We explain the findings and the right approach.
We do the work carefully and leave the site clean.
Recent Work

Pre-purchase inspection of an older home's sewer lateral to document pipe condition before closing.

Hydro-jetting of grease-laden kitchen lines, followed by a recommended maintenance interval.

Mechanical root cutting on a line in an established neighbourhood with mature trees.

Cleaning sediment and debris from catch basins ahead of the spring melt.

Scheduled drain cleaning and inspection program planned around operating hours.

Clearing a floor drain backup and verifying the line with a camera afterward.
Customer Reviews
Excellent
5.0 · based on 14 reviews
Roots can return over time, especially through damaged joints. We recommend a maintenance interval and discuss longer-term repair options when appropriate.
Not usually. Regular root cutting and, where needed, repairing the entry point lets you keep mature trees and a working sewer line.
A camera inspection shows the location and depth of root intrusions so cutting and any repairs are targeted.
Areas We Cover
Our crews travel across every Calgary quadrant and into nearby communities. Explore the map to see where we work.
Whether it's a blocked drain, a sewer inspection or ongoing maintenance, PlusFlow is ready to help.
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