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Smith's Sewer Service Inc.

About Us

We have a unique and rich history that is almost a century old in Central Iowa. Smith's Sewer Service Inc. provides quality workmanship with affordable pricing. We do not and will not sell tiered service packages or memberships to upsell to our customers. Our work comes with a real workmanship warranty. We are not salesmen and only provide honest and real solutions for your sewer and drain problems. We approach every job to earn your trust and build life long relationships. Give us a call today!

Our Story

We have a unique and rich history that is almost a century old. Smith's Sewer Service Inc. was started in a garage on a farm north of DesMoines, Iowa. The founder was George Smith, who had an idea for a continuous rodder. This was a machine mounted on the back of a pickup truck, which was used to clean city sewers from manhole to manhole. He built his idea, and traveled around the state of Iowa. This was during the Great Depression and World War II. During this time, money was in short supply and financially, he could not survive. So, he decided to scale down his idea to clean sewers and drains.

During this time, George Smith held several patents for his ideas: One of these patents included the inter reel cage to keep cable inside a reel without binding up inside the reel, which is still in existence today. To help support the growth of the company, he joined up with a good friend, Samuel Blanc. However, soon after, tragedy struck in the form of lawsuits from his good friend. As a result of litigation, Samuel Blanc broke apart from Smith's Sewer Service and Roto-Rooter was founded. George Smith continued to clean sewer and drains until he retired and turned the company over to his son, Clovis Smith.

Clovis Smith ran the company up until his son, Donald Smith, graduated from college. Who then began to work for the company. Later, in 1969, Donald Smith aquired ownership of the company. Soon after, the first employee was hired. Business steadily grew throughout the years and our shop was finally built in 1984. Donald's son, Brent Smith, began working full time in 2000 and inherited ownership in 2025. As of today, Smith's Sewer Service Inc. is a 4th generation family owned business employing over 30 people and we continue to grow and succeed and grow into the future.

We are the #1 choice in Central Iowa for all your sewer and drain cleaning needs.

We provide residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal services at practical affordable pricing.

We LOVE a challange!

We have earned a reputation of resolving sewer and drain problems others can not. We employ the highest skilled technicians in the area using the most advanced equipment. With 90 years in the business, 4 generations strong, trust the Smith family. Where honesty and "old fashion" values are still the forefront of our company reputation. We do not and will not sell overpriced tiered service packages or memberships to upsell our customers. We are not salesmen and only provide honest and real solutions for your sewer and drain problems. Our work comes with a real workmanship warranty.

Give us a call today!

Areas Served

What We Offer

Our Specialties include:

Sewer Cleaning
Drain Cleaning
Trenchless Pipe Repair
Pipe Rehabilitation
Pipe Restoration

Our Services include:

Sewer Odor Detection
Sewer Line Maintenance
Sewer Line Repair
Emergency Plumbing Services
Trenchless Pipe Installation
Drain Unclogging
Hydro Jetting
24-Hour Emergency Services

Testimonials

On 8/12/2026 Jamie Tighe had this to say:
Gunner did very hard work on our rental property, he communicated effectively and was very nice! He deserves a raise! Thanks again!

On 8/11/2026 Justin P. had this to say:
When our basement drains started backing up, we called and Cody was sent out right away. He arrived very soon after, and he was very professional and diagnosed the issue with ease and fixed the issue. He was only here for a total of 30 minutes and got our drains flowing smoothly again!

On 8/9/2026 Mike Richards had this to say:
Cody was great. Fixed our problem and cleaned up everything very quickly. Their customer service was great too - they had a real person answering the phone even though I called on Saturday morning.

On 8/7/2026 Carol Strohecker had this to say:
Twice now in the past two months I've had to have Smith's Sewer Service out for separate issues. The first time I had Service Technician Pat out and he was so polite, knowledgeable, and was so careful in protecting my flooring and cleaning up after himself. He did a fantastic job! Because of this when I need to have the sewer line cleaned out, I asked for him again. I got the same quality service as the first time. Pat took the time needed to make sure everything was flowing as it should and again I got the same courteous and cleanly service. Thank you Pat!!

On 8/5/2026 Jill Andreano had this to say:
Jacob is absolutely 💯 wonderful he knows exactly what hes doing, I will always use Smiths Sewer System Thanks Jacob wonderful job

Contact Us

Smith's Sewer Service Inc.
4620 NW 62nd Ave Johnston, IA 50131
Phone: (515) 255-6063
Email: smithsewerservice@gmail.com

Where To Find Us

Payment Types Accepted

Personal Checks, Debit Cards, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

Our Hours

24 Hour Emergency Service

Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.

Monday: Open 24 Hours
Tuesday: Open 24 Hours
Wednesday: Open 24 Hours
Thursday: Open 24 Hours
Friday: Open 24 Hours
Saturday: Open 24 Hours
Sunday: Open 24 Hours

News

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Nearly 100 years of trusted service in Central Iowa 🏡💪 We don’t upsell—we solve problems with honest, reliable workmanship and real warranties. From stubborn clogs to full sewer cleanouts, we’ve got you covered day or night!
📞 Call today and experience the difference.
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FAQ

What services does Smith Sewer Service provide?

Smith Sewer Service typically offers sewer line cleaning, camera inspections, hydro jetting, and emergency drain services for residential and commercial properties.

How do I know if I need sewer line cleaning?

Common signs include slow drains, gurgling noises, foul odors, or frequent backups. If you notice any of these issues, it’s best to schedule an inspection to prevent further damage.

Do you offer emergency services?

Yes, many sewer service companies provide 24/7 emergency response for urgent issues like sewer backups or major clogs. Contact Smith Sewer Service directly to confirm availability.

Can you locate and inspect underground sewer lines?

Yes, Smith Sewer Service likely uses advanced camera inspection technology to locate and assess the condition of underground sewer lines without digging.