Drain Cleaning in Tbilisi
Emergency drain cleaning services in Tbilisi from 100 GEL. Plumber dispatch within 1-3 hours, on-site work in 30-90 minutes. We clear clogs in sinks, bathtubs, and toilets. Service available in all Tbilisi neighborhoods.
How Much Does Drain Cleaning Cost
| Service | Unit | Price FROM, GEL |
|---|---|---|
| Toilet clog removal | per unit | 200 GEL |
| Sink clog removal | per unit | 100 GEL |
| Bathtub clog removal | per unit | 200 GEL |
| Shower drain cleaning | per unit | 250 GEL |
| Kitchen sink clog removal | per unit | 100 GEL |
| P-trap cleaning | per unit | 150 GEL |
| Mechanical drain snaking | per unit | 200 GEL |
| Clog removal with P-trap disassembly | per unit | 200 GEL |
• Final price depends on clog severity and cleaning method
• We serve all Tbilisi neighborhoods: Saburtalo, Vake, Gldani, Didube, Isani
• Plumber dispatch within 1-3 hours, we work 7 days a week
Where We Clear Clogs
Kitchen Clogs
Common causes:
- Grease, food scraps, coffee grounds
- Dish soap buildup on pipe walls
- Small items (napkins, wrappers)
Warning signs:
- Water drains slowly from the sink
- Unpleasant odor
- Gurgling sounds
Solution: Mechanical snaking + chemical treatment to remove grease. Work time: 30-60 minutes.
Bathroom Clogs
Common causes:
- Hair — the main culprit
- Soap residue buildup
- Cosmetics, toothpaste
- Small items (hair clips, cotton pads)
Warning signs:
- Standing water in sink or tub
- Slow drainage after shower
- Drain odor
Solution: Mechanical snaking + chemical treatment to dissolve hair. Work time: 30-60 minutes.
Toilet Clogs
Common causes:
- Excessive toilet paper
- Foreign objects (toys, rags, sponges)
- Cat litter
- Hygiene products
Warning signs:
- Water won't flush or drains very slowly
- Water rises when flushing
- Toilet overflow
Solution: Mechanical auger with specialized attachment. Work time: 30-90 minutes.
When to Call a Plumber Immediately
Slow Drainage
Water in your sink, tub, or basin drains very slowly or pools up. This is the first sign of a developing drain clog. The sooner you call a plumber, the easier and cheaper the fix will be.
Water Backing Up from Other Drains
When you run water in the sink, it comes up in the bathtub, or vice versa. This indicates a clog in the main sewer line. Requires immediate attention, otherwise you risk overflow and flooding.
Foul Odor from Drains
A distinctive sewer smell coming from your sink, tub, or toilet appears due to waste buildup in the pipes. Organic matter starts decomposing, creating an unpleasant odor throughout the apartment.
Gurgling Sounds in Pipes
When draining water, you hear gurgling or bubbling sounds — air cannot pass through the blockage and creates these characteristic noises. This is a sign of a partial clog that will soon become complete.
Complete Blockage
Water doesn't drain at all, standing in the sink or toilet. This is a complete drain blockage requiring immediate clearing. Continued use of plumbing will lead to overflow and flooding.
Don't pour grease, coffee grounds, or food scraps down the sink — these are the main causes of clogs. At the first sign of a blockage, call a handyman — the sooner you fix the problem, the less expensive the repair will be.
Frequently Asked Questions
What affects the price?
- Type of clog — simple or complex
- Location — sink, toilet, or main line
- Cleaning method — mechanical auger or chemical treatment
- Clog depth — in your apartment or the building's main sewer line
Typical pricing:
- Kitchen sink cleaning — from 100 GEL
- Bathroom sink/tub — from 200 GEL
- Toilet clog removal — from 200 GEL
- Main sewer line — from 350 GEL
- Private house — from 350 GEL
We give you an exact price after checking what's causing your clog.
Response time depends on:
- Which plumber is available
- Where you're located (Saburtalo, Vake, Gldani, Didube, Isani, etc.)
- Current traffic conditions
- Time of day
We're available 7 days a week from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Got a flooding emergency? We'll rush to get there faster.
Our fastest response: 14 minutes from your call to plumber at your door!
Mechanical auger (from 200 GEL):
- ✅ Quick and affordable
- ✅ Handles most clogs effectively
- ✅ Works on hair, paper, small objects
- ❌ Struggles with heavy grease buildup
- ❌ Doesn't completely clean pipe walls
Chemical treatment (from 200 GEL):
- ✅ Dissolves organic clogs (hair, grease, soap)
- ✅ Great when combined with auger
- ✅ Safe for pipes (professional-grade only)
- ❌ Can't remove large solid objects
- ❌ Takes 20-40 minutes to work
Our recommendation: Most clogs? Go with an auger. Kitchen sink with grease? Auger plus chemicals works best. Your plumber will tell you what makes sense after looking at your specific situation.
Worth trying yourself:
- Plunger — creates pressure that might clear light clogs
- Store-bought drain cleaner (be careful with these!)
- Manual drain snake (only if you know how to use one)
Risks of DIY cleaning:
- ❌ Chemicals or augers can crack old pipes
- ❌ Hard to find where the blockage actually is
- ❌ You might push the clog deeper
- ❌ Store chemicals are usually too weak
- ❌ Failed attempts can flood your neighbor's apartment
Definitely call a pro when you see:
- Toilet clogs (high flooding risk)
- Main sewer line blockage
- Water coming up from other drains
- Getting worse sewage smell
- Plunger didn't help
Professional cleaning starts at 100 GEL — way cheaper than fixing damaged pipes or paying for your neighbor's water damage.
Typical duration after mechanical auger cleaning:
- Hair/paper clogs — 6-12 months
- Kitchen grease clogs — 3-6 months (grease builds up again)
Make your clean drain last longer:
- ✅ Never pour grease down the sink — wipe plates with paper towels first
- ✅ Put drain strainers in showers to catch hair
- ✅ Monthly maintenance: pour hot water and baking soda down drains
- ✅ Don't flush anything besides toilet paper down toilets
- ✅ Get preventive cleaning every 1-2 years
We cover every neighborhood in Tbilisi:
- ✅ Saburtalo
- ✅ Vake
- ✅ Gldani
- ✅ Didube
- ✅ Isani
- ✅ Avlabari
- ✅ Nadzaladevi
- ✅ Mtatsminda
- ✅ Chugureti
- ✅ Samgori
- ✅ Krtsanisi
- ✅ Digomi
How fast can we get to you?
- City center (Vake, Saburtalo, Mtatsminda) — 30-60 minutes
- Outer neighborhoods (Gldani, Samgori, Digomi) — 1-2 hours
No extra charge for coming to any Tbilisi neighborhood. Your price depends only on the work itself, not where you live.
Kitchen sink problems:
- Cooking grease and oil that solidifies in pipes
- Food scraps and vegetable peels
- Coffee grounds
- Dish soap buildup on pipe walls
Bathroom drain issues:
- Hair — the #1 bathroom clog culprit
- Soap scum and shampoo residue
- Toothpaste and cosmetics
- Small items (hair clips, cotton pads)
Toilet blockages:
- Too much toilet paper at once
- Foreign objects (toys, sponges, rags)
- Cat litter
- Feminine hygiene products
- "Flushable" wipes (they're not actually flushable!)
Emergency warning signs — call right now:
- Water backing up from other drains (water in tub when you flush toilet)
- Toilet overflowing or about to overflow
- Strong sewage smell spreading through your apartment
- Multiple drains clogged at the same time
- Complete blockage — water won't go down at all
- Sewage water coming up from floor drains
Can wait a few hours:
- Single sink draining slowly
- Slight odor from one drain
- Gurgling sounds in pipes
- Bathtub taking longer to drain
When you see emergency signs, stop using all plumbing immediately and call us. Continued use can flood your apartment and damage your neighbor's property below.
Problems with store-bought drain cleaners:
- Can corrode old metal pipes
- May crack PVC pipes if used too often
- Often not strong enough for serious clogs
- Dangerous to handle (can splash and burn skin)
- Harmful fumes
Professional chemicals are different:
- Commercial-grade formulas work faster
- Designed to be pipe-safe
- Plumber knows exact amount to use
- More effective at dissolving organic matter
Important: If you already tried store-bought drain cleaner, tell your plumber before they start work. Mixing different chemicals can create dangerous reactions.
Typical job duration:
- Kitchen/bathroom sink — 30-60 minutes
- Bathtub or shower — 30-60 minutes
- Toilet clog — 30-90 minutes
- Main sewer line — 1-3 hours
- Multiple clogs in apartment — 1-2 hours
What affects how long it takes:
- Where the clog is located
- How severe the blockage is
- What's causing it (hair vs. grease vs. solid object)
- Whether it's one clog or multiple
- Condition and age of your pipes
Most jobs get done in one visit. Really tough main line blockages might need a follow-up appointment with specialized equipment.
Regular service hours:
- 7 days a week
- 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- Including weekends and holidays
Emergency situations:
- Sewage backup
- Toilet overflow
- Main line blockage causing flooding
- Water backing up into multiple drains
For real emergencies, we'll do our best to help even outside normal hours. Our record: arriving in just 14 minutes from your call!
Payment options:
- Cash
- Bank transfer
When do you pay?
- Payment only after work is finished
- We test that everything drains properly first
- You approve the completed work before paying
Transparent pricing:
- We tell you the exact price after checking your clog
- You approve the price before we start
- No hidden fees
- No surprise charges
Kitchen prevention tips:
- Wipe grease off plates with paper towels before washing
- Never pour cooking oil or grease down the drain
- Don't put coffee grounds in the sink
- Use sink strainer to catch food scraps
- Run hot water for 30 seconds after each use
Bathroom prevention:
- Put drain strainers in shower and tub to catch hair
- Clean strainers weekly
- Don't let hair go down the drain
- Flush drains monthly with hot water and baking soda
Toilet care:
- Only flush toilet paper
- Don't flush "flushable" wipes (they cause clogs!)
- No feminine hygiene products
- No cat litter
- Don't use toilet as a trash can
Professional maintenance:
Get preventive drain cleaning every 1-2 years. It's cheaper than emergency repairs and extends your pipe life.
Professional equipment:
- Motorized drain augers — powerful snakes that reach 15+ meters into pipes
- Toilet augers — specialized tools with rubber coating to prevent toilet damage
- Commercial chemicals — industrial-grade cleaners much stronger than store products
- Inspection cameras — to see inside pipes and locate clogs precisely
- Pressure washers — high-pressure water jets for tough grease clogs
Why professional tools work better:
- Reach much deeper than store-bought snakes
- More power to break through tough clogs
- Won't damage your pipes (when used correctly)
- Can diagnose problems with camera inspection
- Handle both simple and complex blockages
Safe for all pipe types:
- Old cast iron pipes
- Galvanized steel
- PVC plastic pipes
- Copper pipes
- Modern PEX plumbing
How we protect old pipes:
- Adjust auger speed for pipe age
- Use appropriate pressure settings
- Start gentle and increase only if needed
- Stop immediately if we detect pipe weakness
- Recommend pipe replacement if needed before problems occur
Professional cleaning vs. DIY:
- ✅ We know how much force is safe
- ✅ Mechanical cleaning won't corrode pipes like harsh chemicals
- ✅ We can spot pipe problems before they cause leaks
- ❌ DIY attempts often use too much force
- ❌ Store chemicals can eat through old metal pipes
It's safe and secure with us!
In touch with you
- Phone: +995558492464
- Email: admin@cityhandyman.ge
Working Hours
- Service hours: Open 7 days a week
- Same-day service often available
- We'll assess damage from photos via WhatsApp
- We'll contact you within an hour and schedule a convenient time
Flexible Payment Options
Pay for services with cash or bank transfer. Choose the payment method that works for you. Payment is due only after all work is successfully completed, with pricing confirmed upfront.
