When we recommend installing an outside sewer cleanout, some folks look at us like we’re nuts!

Terry Smith • September 2, 2026

When we recommend installing an outside sewer cleanout, some folks look at us like we’re nuts!

When American Plumbing recommends installing an outside sewer cleanout, some folks look at us like we just suggested adding a swimming pool and a guest house. 😂


“I don’t really need that, do I?”


Nope. Not today.


Today your sewer is flowing beautifully. The toilets are flushing, the bathtub is draining, and life is good.


So save that money! Go buy something important… like a $1,200 phone so you can call us later when your sewer backs up at 9:30 Saturday night. 😂💩


Because plumbing has a wonderful little rule:


PAY ME NOW… OR PAY ME LATER!


An outside cleanout gives us direct access to your main sewer line. No dragging sewer equipment through your living room. No climbing on the roof. No searching around your house like we’re on an archaeological expedition looking for King Tut’s sewer line.


And trust me, when sewage starts bubbling up in the bathtub, nobody has EVER said:


“Boy, I’m sure glad I saved money by not installing that cleanout!” 🤣


Suddenly that little piece of PVC sticking out of the yard looks like a GREAT INVESTMENT!


So when your plumber recommends an outside cleanout, remember:


You can PAY ME NOW while we’re both smiling…


Or PAY ME LATER while you’re standing ankle-deep in something you REALLY don’t want identified. 💩😂


American Plumbing — we can recommend it. We can’t make you listen! 🔧🇺🇸

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