Clogged drains, cured fast.
Sewer and drain cleaning, plumbing repairs and minimal-dig excavation for Central Pennsylvania homes and businesses — from a family that's been doing it right for over 25 years.
Two divisions. One phone call.
Our service team clears and repairs what's inside. Our excavating division fixes what's underground. No subcontractors, no runaround.
Plumbing & Drain Cleaning
Sewer and drain clogs, toilets, sinks, tubs, disposals, laundry drains, water heaters, frozen pipes and high-pressure sewer jetting.
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Excavation & Septic
Sewer and water line replacement, trenchless pipe bursting, septic tanks, sand mounds, and stone & topsoil delivery.
Explore excavationMost-requested fixes
Drain & Sewer Cleaning
Kitchen sinks, floor drains, toilets and main house sewers cleared with professional cable machines.
Learn moreSewer Jetting
Our trailer-mounted jetter blasts grease, scale and roots off pipe walls — not just a hole through the clog.
Learn moreVideo Inspection
A camera down the line shows exactly what's wrong — and sometimes proves expensive work isn't needed.
Learn moreTrenchless Line Replacement
Pipe bursting replaces damaged sewer and water lines without tearing up your lawn, driveway or landscaping.
Learn moreWater Heaters & Repairs
Water heaters, faucets, toilet repairs, water pipe leaks and minor plumbing installations.
Learn moreSeptic Systems
New septic tank installation plus sand mound installation and replacement for rural properties.
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Honest answers from the people who own the trucks.
The Drain Doctors is a family-owned and operated business serving Central Pennsylvania since 1999. When you call, there's a good chance you'll talk to an owner — Jes or Jared Kaercher — and they'll give you a straight answer about what's wrong and what it'll cost.
We invest in state-of-the-art equipment so we can solve problems faster and with less mess, whether it's a stubborn kitchen clog or a collapsed sewer line under the front yard.
- Owners on every call
- Upfront, fair pricing
- Text confirmations & ETAs
- Clean, respectful techs
- Free return on most cleanings
- Plumbing + excavation in-house
From backup to back to normal
Call the right shore
West Shore or East Shore — you'll reach a real person, not a call center.
Get a confirmed time
We text to confirm and call when your tech is about 15 minutes out.
Diagnose, then quote
We find the cause — camera if needed — and tell you the price before we start.
Cleared & guaranteed
Lines flowing, area cleaned up, and most drain cleanings come with a free return.
Neighbors call us first.
Real words from homeowners across the West and East Shore.
These men were simply “the best plumbers ever.” I thought I had a leaking shower. They found it was my condensation pipe coming from my furnace backing up and a sink tied into that same line created more of an issue. My high-priced neo-angle shower is safe for now. $15,000 versus $165 for Drain Doctors. I would give them 10 stars if I could. I will call them FIRST from now on!! Thanks for the impeccable, professional work.
I had a serious and complete stoppage in the house. Called them in the morning and they were on site in 2 hours on the same day. I appreciated the straightforward approach given by the owner who handled this call. After a preliminary snake of the house, a toilet had to be pulled and the line was cleared within 10 minutes.
Top notch. The floor drain in my basement had backed up, and I had an ugly mess. They sent out a super nice guy: personable, clean, knowledgeable. The price was very reasonable for an emergency call. This whole experience made my day.
These guys are FABULOUS! I called 10 plumbers and no one could come out until the next day. They not only went out but did a fabulous job and were extremely reasonable. They are knowledgeable and quick — just what you need when your pipes break!
This company is really good. Fixed my issue right away. I called around 7:45 and they were at the house at 9:00. Took about an hour, and the drains were open and running. The cost was really good. Thank you for the fast and professional work.
Both sides of the Susquehanna.
From our shop in Camp Hill we serve the West Shore, East Shore, Harrisburg and down into York County.
Common questions
Which number should I call — West Shore or East Shore?
Either one reaches our team. If you're in Camp Hill, Mechanicsburg, Lemoyne, New Cumberland or elsewhere west of the river, call 717-731-9300. Harrisburg and the East Shore can call 717-657-5536. For emergencies, call 717-731-9300.
Can you come out today?
Very often, yes. Many of our customers call in the morning and have a technician on site within a couple of hours. We'll confirm your appointment by text and call when we're about 15 minutes away.
Do you guarantee your drain cleaning?
Most of our drain cleanings include a free return guarantee. If the same line backs up again within the guarantee window, we come back at no charge.
How do I know if it's my main sewer line?
If more than one fixture is backing up at once — for example, the toilet gurgles when the washer drains, or water comes up in a basement floor drain — the blockage is likely in your main line. That's when a house sewer cleaning or jetting is the right call.
What is trenchless pipe bursting?
Instead of digging a trench the full length of your yard, we dig small access pits at each end and pull a new pipe through the old one, breaking the old line apart as it goes. Less digging means less damage to lawns, driveways and landscaping.
Do you work on commercial properties and rentals?
Yes. We serve homeowners, landlords and property managers, and commercial customers throughout Central PA.
Backed-up drain? Don't wait it out.
Call the shore closest to you and a family-owned Drain Doctors crew will get you flowing again — often the same day.