Serving Friendly Hills
Drain Cleaning in Friendly Hills, Whittier CA
Help for clogged drains, slow drains and sewer line backups
Friendly Hills is an upscale, hillside neighborhood in Whittier with larger custom homes, spacious lots and the Friendly Hills Country Club, which opened in 1968. Long sewer laterals, mature landscaping and homes with several bathrooms make root intrusion, main line clogs and multi-bathroom clogs the main drain concerns.
Friendly Hills sits in the hills of Whittier and is often considered one of the city's premier neighborhoods. It is known for large custom homes, panoramic views, spacious lots and Mediterranean and contemporary architecture. The Friendly Hills Country Club, designed by Jimmy Hines, opened in 1968 on hilly terrain with dramatic elevation changes.
Larger homes on larger lots often have longer sewer laterals and more mature landscaping above them. Homes with several bathrooms and large kitchens also put more fixtures on the same main line.
Sewer responsibility in Friendly Hills
Public sewer main: City of Whittier. ZIP codes: Friendly Hills addresses commonly use the 90601 and 90603 ZIP codes.
Inside City of Whittier limits, the property owner maintains the house sewer lateral and the city maintains the public sewer main. If neighbors are also backing up, the public main may be involved, so contact City of Whittier Public Works.
Common drain problems in Friendly Hills
Long sewer laterals
A longer lateral has more joints where roots can enter and more distance for buildup to collect.
Mature landscaping
Established trees and shrubs on large lots can grow roots into the sewer lateral.
Several bathrooms
More fixtures mean more hair, soap and paper going into the same lines.
Hardscape over the line
Patios, pools and driveways over a lateral make it important to know the line's route before any repair.
Drain trouble in Friendly Hills? Call to describe the problem.
Call (562) 245-5818Drain services for Friendly Hills homes and businesses
Also available: clogged drain repair, kitchen sink drain cleaning, bathroom sink drain cleaning, clogged toilet repair, floor & laundry drain cleaning, commercial drain cleaning.
Tips for Friendly Hills property owners
- Before landscaping or hardscape projects, find out where your sewer lateral runs.
- Keep a record of past camera inspections to compare over time.
- Use hair catchers in every shower and tub.
How it works
Call (562) 245-5818 and describe which drains are affected, how long it has been happening and your address in Friendly Hills. We will connect you with a local, independent drain professional who serves your area. Before work begins, ask for an explanation of the recommended service and confirm the contractor's license and insurance.
Friendly Hills drain cleaning FAQs
Why do hillside homes have sewer problems?
Hillside lots often mean longer laterals and soil movement over time. Combined with mature landscaping, this can lead to roots and shifted joints.
Can a camera find where my sewer line runs?
Many inspection cameras carry a transmitter that lets the technician locate the camera head from above ground and mark the line's route.
Is Friendly Hills in the City of Whittier?
Yes. Friendly Hills is a City of Whittier neighborhood.
Nearby areas
We also help property owners in East Whittier, Whittwood, Uptown Whittier and throughout Whittier.
Drain Problem in Friendly Hills?
Call Whittier Drain Specialists to talk through your drainage concern and get connected with a local drain professional serving Whittier.