Sewer & Drain Cleaning in St James, Minnesota
Call (507) 407-2564 to schedule
If you’re dealing with a slow drain, sewer backup, or recurring clog, General Rooter provides fast, reliable sewer and drain cleaning services in St. James and throughout Watonwan County. We serve both residential and commercial properties with professional-grade equipment and experienced technicians.
Home Repair Protection Made Simple
The City of St. James, MN, has partnered with Service Line Warranties of America (SLWA), part of HomeServe, to offer optional, low-cost protection plans for homeowners.
These plans help cover the cost of unexpected repairs to your water and sewer lines—including breaks, leaks, and clogs—between your home and the city connection. A single repair can be expensive, but these plans provide affordable peace of mind for a fraction of the cost.
What’s Covered
Eligible repairs may include:
- Water Line Repair
- Sewer & Septic Line Repair
Local Repairs You Can Trust
General Rooter of Southern Minnesota is a trusted, authorized local contractor for completing covered repairs under these plans. When service is needed, you can count on fast, professional work from a team that knows the St. James area.
How to Enroll
Visit Service Line Warranties of America to learn more.
Or call HomeServe at 844-324-6339 and reference:
- Contractor ID: GRM612
- Technician ID: 0045
If you have questions about sewer and water line repair coverage in St. James, MN, contact General Rooter of Southern Minnesota at (507) 407-2564.
Complete Drain & Sewer Solutions
General Rooter clears and cleans clogged drains throughout your property, including:
- Kitchen sinks
- Bathroom toilets and drains
- Laundry sinks and washer drains
- Basement and garage floor drains
Our team can also clear blockages in your main sewer line (lateral) from the city sewer connection to your home, restoring full flow to your system.
Advanced Equipment. Proven Results.
General Rooter technicians use professional tools to solve even the toughest problems:
- Drain cabling for common clogs
- Hydro jetting to cut through grease, sludge, and tree roots
- Video camera inspections to pinpoint the exact cause of recurring issues
If your pipes are older or deteriorating, we offer cast iron pipe descaling and trenchless pipe lining (CIPP). This process creates a durable, like-new pipe inside your existing line—without the need for major excavation. Cured-in-place (CIP) relining of the pipes can make them like new again. If the pipes can not be repaired, we offer replacement services, including excavation and directional boring.
Commercial Drain & Sewer Services
We help local businesses in and around St. James stay operational with:
- Grease trap cleaning
- Sand pit cleaning
- Hydro jetting for grease buildup
- Industrial and food processing drain services
Frozen Pipe Repair & Prevention
Minnesota winters can be brutal on plumbing. We:
- Safely thaw frozen pipes
- Install heat tape systems to prevent future freezing
Services Provided
- Drain Cleaning
- Sewer Cleaning
- Video Camera Pipe Inspections
- Hydro Jetting
- Cast Iron Pipe Descaling
- Frozen Pipe Thawing
- Installation of Heat Tape
- Pipe Lining
- Pipe Splitting
- Pipe Bursting
- Excavation and grading
- Lead Water Pipe Replacement
- Grease-Trap Cleaning
- Sand Pit Cleaning
- Industrial Drain Services
- Food Processing Drain Services
Our Service Area
General Rooter proudly provides sewer and drain cleaning services across Watonwan County, including:
- St. James
- Madelia
- Butterfield
- Darfur
- South Branch
For service in other parts of Southern Minnesota—including Albert Lea, Austin, Fairmont, Faribault, Lakefield, Le Sueur, Mankato, Northfield, Owatonna, and Rochester, Minnesota, please visit our Southern Minnesota service page.
Call or click (507) 407-2564 for sewer or drain cleaning services in the St James area
General Rooter of Southern MN Sewer & Drain Cleaning
St James Branch
1311 7th Ave S Unit C
St James, MN 56081
Business Hours
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Locally owned and operated by Jason Viebrock, General Rooter of Southern MN.
Member of the St. James Area Chamber of Commerce
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Things to do in St. James, Minnesota
Once General Rooter takes care of your sewer and drain clogs, enjoy all that St. James has to offer.
Grand Opera House St. James
The Grand Opera House, also known as St. James Opera House, is a historic theatre on Main Street, built in 1892. It was built by John S. Burmby in the Queen Anne architectural style. In 2009, it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places for its local significance in the theme of entertainment/recreation from 1892 to 1921. Find it on Main Street at 502 1st Avenue South, St James, MN.
St. James Area Veterans’ Memorial
The St. James Area Veterans’ Memorial was dedicated on August 22, 2015. This memorial is a lasting tribute to past, present, and future Veterans who have served in peacetime and in conflicts. This memorial consists of pavers donated in honor of local veterans, two black granite benches, and a Minnesota Monument framed by three flags.
Historic Watonwan County Courthouse
The Watonwan County Courthouse is located at 710 2nd Ave S, St James, MN 56081, and has been in continual use since it was completed in 1896. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1987 for having State-level significance in the themes of agriculture and political/government. It was nominated for its exemplary Romanesque Revival architecture.