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Drain cleaning equipment includes tools and machines designed to maintain and clear clogged or blocked drains and pipes. These devices are used to address various types of blockages and ensure the smooth flow of wastewater. They are crucial for plumbing maintenance in both residential and commercial settings.
The primary types of drain cleaning equipment include hand tools, sink machines, sectional machines, rodders, jetters, push-rod cameras, locating equipment, flexible shaft machines, and drum or continuous cable machines. A hand tool in drain cleaning equipment is a manually operated device used to clear clogs and obstructions in pipes. Examples include plungers and manual augers, which are suitable for smaller, more accessible drain issues. These tools can be distributed through various channels, including online, retail stores, and distributors, and are utilized by end users across residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal sectors.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
Tariffs are affecting the drain cleaning equipment market by increasing costs of imported motors, cables, high-pressure pumps, electronic inspection cameras, and steel components. Municipal and commercial plumbing service providers in North America and Europe are most impacted due to dependence on imported professional-grade equipment, while Asia-Pacific manufacturers face pricing pressure on exports. These tariffs are driving higher equipment prices and longer replacement cycles. However, they are also encouraging domestic manufacturing, local sourcing of components, and innovation in cost-efficient and durable drain cleaning technologies.
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The drain cleaning equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.33 billion in 2025 to $2.56 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of urban plumbing infrastructure, growth in residential and commercial construction, increasing demand for sanitation maintenance, rising use of mechanical drain cleaning tools, availability of affordable equipment.
The drain cleaning equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.7 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing investments in smart plumbing diagnostics, rising demand for eco-friendly drain cleaning solutions, expansion of municipal wastewater management, growing adoption of advanced inspection technologies, increased focus on service efficiency. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of high-pressure jetting systems, rising use of video inspection and locating tools, growing demand for portable and compact equipment, expansion of electric and battery-powered drain cleaners, enhanced focus on preventive maintenance solutions.
The expansion of new infrastructure projects is expected to drive the growth of the drain cleaning equipment market in the coming years. Such projects are supported by economic growth, enhanced connectivity, and improved quality of life for citizens. Drain cleaning equipment plays a critical role in infrastructure development by maintaining and clearing blockages in drainage systems, ensuring proper water flow, and preventing flooding. These tools improve the durability and efficiency of sewer and drainage networks, contributing to the overall success and sustainability of projects. For example, in July 2023, the Australian Bureau of Statistics, an Australian government agency, reported that in the March quarter of 2023, the number of dwellings under construction rose to 240,813, up from 240,065 in 2022. Of these, new houses accounted for 103,778, compared to 101,240 in the previous year. Therefore, the development of new infrastructure projects is driving the drain cleaning equipment market.
Leading companies in the drain cleaning equipment market are prioritizing technological advancements, such as wall-to-wall drain cleaners, to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of plumbing system maintenance. A wall-to-wall drain cleaner represents advanced technology or equipment designed to thoroughly clean and clear drains across the entire surface area of pipes. For instance, in August 2023, The Ridgid Tool Company, a US-based equipment manufacturer, introduced its K9-12 FlexShaft Drain Cleaning Machine. This machine is designed for efficient cleaning of pipes ranging from 1 1/4" to 2" in diameter. It is compact and lightweight, with a fully enclosed housing containing 30 feet (9.1 meters) of FlexShaft cable, which is protected by a durable nylon sheath to minimize mess and simplify cleanup. The K9-12 operates by connecting a cordless drill to the input shaft, causing the cable to spin and the attached chain knocker to expand, enabling comprehensive wall-to-wall cleaning. This machine is particularly effective for light residential blockages, offering quick setup, easy cleanup, and cordless convenience to restore pipes to full flow capacity.
In March 2024, White Wolf Capital Group Inc., a private equity and investment firm based in the US, acquired Shamrock Plumbing & Drain Cleaning for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, White Wolf Capital Group Inc. intends to broaden its portfolio and create new growth opportunities. Shamrock Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Inc., based in the US, is a service-oriented company specializing in plumbing and drain cleaning services.
Major companies operating in the drain cleaning equipment market are Masco Corporation, Lavelle Industries Inc., Rothenberger LLC, Ridgid Tools Inc., Vactor Manufacturing Inc., Milwaukee Tool, BrassCraft Manufacturing Company, Goodway Technologies Corp, General Pipe Inc, General Wire Spring Co, Spartan Tools LLC, Kam Avida Enviro Engineers Pvt Ltd, Rioned Inc., RapidView Inc., Electric Eel Manufacturing Co Inc., DURACABLE, Gorlitz Sewer & Drain Inc, Asada Inc, Cam Spray Inc, GT Water Products Inc., Insight Vision Inc., MyTana Manufacturing Inc., Sewer And Drain Cleaning Inc., Water Cannon Inc.
North America was the largest region in the drain cleaning equipment market in 2025. The regions covered in the drain cleaning equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the drain cleaning equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The drain cleaning equipment market consists of sales of hydro jetters, drain cameras, pipe inspection systems, drain cleaning rods, sewer cleaners, toilet augers, drain augers, electric drain cleaners, and plumbing carts. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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