British Columbia Cost Guides
How Much Does Drain Cleaning Cost in British Columbia?
Typical cost in British Columbia
$325
$150 low · $1,200 high
Per visit to clear one blocked line: labour, machine time & cleanup · Updated July 2026
Clearing a blocked drain in British Columbia costs $150 to $1,200 installed, and most homeowners pay around $325 for one backed-up sink, tub, or laundry line. Same tank, same code — but a different bill depending on where the truck parks. Labour rates swing roughly 15% end to end across the province: a job that averages $300 in Prince George runs about $350 in West Vancouver.
One thing that doesn't change anywhere in the province: gas work needs a licensed gasfitter, full stop. Permits mostly run through Technical Safety BC, though several cities — Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Kelowna, North Vancouver, Maple Ridge — run their own gas permit programs; each city guide names who issues the permit there.
Looking For a Contractor?
Want drain cleaning done at a fair price like the ones on this page? Leave your contacts — we'll pass them to local plumbing and drainage contractors in your area, and they'll get back to you with quotes.
Get quotesFree · No obligation
By the PlumbingCosts.ca team — we track published contractor rates, supplier pricing, and permit fees across Canada because you deserve to know a fair price before anyone's in your basement.
Price by Job Type in British Columbia
| Job | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sink, tub, or shower drain (secondary line) | $100 | $200 | $400 |
| Kitchen line with grease buildup | $150 | $300 | $500 |
| Main sewer line, worked from the cleanout | $500 | $900 | $2,000 |
| Evening, weekend, or same-day call | $250 | $500 | $800 |
| Camera inspection added to the visit | $100 | $250 | $500 |
Calculate Your Estimate
Want the full breakdown — what's in the price, DIY vs pro, step by step, how to save? See the complete Drain Cleaning guide.
Compare Prices Across British Columbia
Open your city for local prices, permit notes, and a calculator tuned to that market.
| City | Typical range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Abbotsford | $150–$1,200 | $300 |
| Burnaby | $150–$1,300 | $350 |
| Chilliwack | $150–$1,150 | $300 |
| Coquitlam | $150–$1,250 | $350 |
| Delta | $150–$1,250 | $350 |
| Kamloops | $150–$1,150 | $300 |
| Kelowna | $150–$1,200 | $350 |
| Langley | $150–$1,200 | $350 |
| Maple Ridge | $150–$1,200 | $350 |
| Nanaimo | $150–$1,150 | $300 |
| New Westminster | $150–$1,250 | $350 |
| North Vancouver | $150–$1,350 | $350 |
| Port Coquitlam | $150–$1,250 | $350 |
| Port Moody | $150–$1,250 | $350 |
| Prince George | $150–$1,150 | $300 |
| Richmond | $150–$1,300 | $350 |
| Saanich | $150–$1,250 | $350 |
| Surrey | $150–$1,250 | $350 |
| Vancouver | $150–$1,350 | $350 |
| Victoria | $150–$1,250 | $350 |
| West Vancouver | $150–$1,350 | $350 |
Your city not here yet? More BC cities are coming — tell us where you are and we'll prioritize it.