Drain-Away Sewer & Drain Svc Schenectady NY

Business Overview

Drain-Away Sewer & Drain Svc Schenectady NY is a local plumbing company serving homes and businesses across the Capital Region. Technicians respond to scheduled work and emergencies any time of day — the business operates 24/7 for urgent sewer and drain problems. The team includes experienced service techs and support staff who handle both residential and commercial plumbing needs.

Key Services

The company focuses on core plumbing and drain work with clear, practical service options:

• Drain repair: clogged drains, slow drains, and line blockages.
• Plumbing inspection: camera inspections, leak detection, and pre-sale plumbing checks.
• Plumbing repair: pipe repair, fixture replacement, and frozen pipe thawing.
• Additional services: high-pressure water jetting, excavating, and sewer line repairs for larger projects.

Areas Served

Drain-Away serves the greater Albany and Saratoga areas and many nearby communities, including:

• Albany, Schenectady, Troy, Clifton Park, Guilderland, Bethlehem, Rotterdam, Glenville
• Saratoga Springs, Halfmoon, Niskayuna, Milton, Amsterdam, Cohoes, East Greenbush, Malta
• Schodack, North Greenbush, Roessleville, Ballston, Watervliet, Rensselaer, Colonie, Scotia
• Hambled towns and villages across the Capital Region: Schodack, Coeymans, Westmere, Greenville and many more.

Service is available across suburban neighborhoods, older city row houses, and newer developments that dot the Mohawk and Hudson river corridors.

Company History

The business grew from decades of hands-on experience. The owner started in the trade in 1974 and opened Drain-Away Sewer & Drain Service in 1991. Over the years the company added modern equipment like camera inspection systems and water-jetting trucks, while keeping a practical, repair-focused approach to work.

Projects range from routine sink clogs to full sewer line repairs. Drain-Away balances fast response with careful diagnosis, drawing on years of local field experience.

Leadership

Owner Richard Blanchard began as a service technician in the 1970s and later ran Roto-Rooter franchises before starting his own company. His background includes hands-on service, franchise operations, and long-term work in the Capital Region. Richard and the team are known locally for practical problem solving and steady service in winter months when frozen pipes and heavy snows make plumbing problems more common.

Specialties & Highlights

• 24-hour emergency response for sewer backups and major leaks.
• Camera inspections that show the problem before repairs begin.
• Water jetting for roots and heavy build-up in older clay or cast-iron lines.
• Both residential and commercial crews with the right equipment for each job.

Why Locals Choose Drain-Away Sewer & Drain Svc Schenectady NY

Local homeowners and businesses pick Drain-Away because of steady experience, clear assessments, and prompt emergency work. With deep roots in the area and decades of service, Drain-Away Sewer & Drain Svc Schenectady NY provides hands-on repairs and reliable follow-through for plumbing and sewer needs.