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Cleanflow stocks the full General Pipe Cleaners line a leading American drain cleaning brand offering professional-grade augers, jetters, cables, cutters, and accessories. Every General Pipe Cleaners product on this page ships from our Winnipeg warehouse across Canada, with free shipping on orders over $199. Known for their innovation, reliability, and exceptional performance, General Pipe Cleaners provides various drain cleaning tools and accessories that help keep plumbing systems running smoothly. Whether for routine maintenance or emergency repairs, their solutions ensure efficiency and effectiveness every time.

Brand History

Founded in 1930, General Pipe Cleaners has built a legacy of providing the plumbing industry with top-tier equipment that meets the highest standards. Over the decades, the brand has introduced new technologies to enhance how plumbing professionals tackle pipe maintenance and cleaning tasks. Their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has earned them a loyal following, making them a trusted name for drain cleaning products.

Why Choose General Pipe Cleaners?

General Pipe Cleaners stands out for its unmatched durability and dependability. Whether you're unclogging a stubborn drain or maintaining your plumbing system, their products are engineered to get the job done effectively and efficiently. Known for offering a variety of tools for different needs, General Pipe Cleaners ensures that you always have the right tool for the job, making plumbing repairs and maintenance easier, faster, and more reliable.

With user-friendly designs, long-lasting construction, and innovative features, General Pipe Cleaners is ideal for anyone needing top-quality drain cleaning equipment. Their products provide outstanding performance and exceptional value, ensuring that professionals and homeowners can rely on them for all their plumbing needs.

Choosing the Right Cable Size for the Job

The cable (or "auger") is the part of a drain cleaning machine that actually does the work. Choosing the wrong cable size for a given line either fails on the job — too small and you don't have the torque to cut the clog — or damages the machine and the pipe. General Pipe Cleaners matches cable diameter to line size roughly as follows:

Cable Diameter	Line Size	Typical Applications	General Machines
1/4" – 5/16"	1-1/4" – 2"	Sinks, lavatories, tubs, small laundry drains	Super-Vee, Handylectric (handheld)
3/8"	1-1/2" – 3"	Kitchen sinks, stop sinks, disposal waste lines	Super-Vee, Mini-Rooter, Mini-Jet
1/2" – 9/16"	2" – 4"	Laundry stacks, roof vents, indoor floor drains, residential branch lines	Sewerooter T-4 (9/16"), Mini-Rooter XP
5/8"	3" – 6"	Residential main lines, floor drains, stacks with moderate roots	Sewerooter T-4 (with 5/8" drum), Speedrooter 92
3/4"	4" – 10"	Commercial main lines, laterals, heavy tree root removal	Speedrooter 92, Maxi-Rooter

Two general rules from General's own Drain Brain guidance: (1) when a clog involves tree roots, always size up — a cable too small for roots will bind, kink, or break; (2) for grease clogs, a water jetter is usually the better choice than a cable machine, because water flushes grease off the pipe wall while a cable can just punch a hole through it that clogs again within days.

Featured Products

General Maxi-Rooter P-MX-A Drain Cleaner for 4" - 10" Lines | 3/4 HP

General Maxi-Rooter P-MX-A Drain Cleaner is a robust drain cleaning machine for 4" to 10" lines. It features a powerful 3/4 HP motor and a power cable feed and retract system, simplifying operation. Equipped with 100 feet of durable 3/4" Flexicore cable, the Maxi-Rooter offers ample reach for tackling tough blockages while maintaining maneuverability and ease of transport.

General Speedrooter P-S92-E Cable Drain Cleaner Machine for 3" to 10" Lines | 1/2 HP

General Speedrooter P-S92-E Cable Drain Cleaner is a powerful and versatile drain cleaning machine designed for 3" to 10" lines. It effortlessly tackles tough blockages with a 1/2 HP motor, 100 feet of durable 5/8" Flexicore cable, and a power cable feed. The machine also includes convenient features like stair climbers and a toolbox, ensuring easy transport and on-the-job efficiency, and is proudly made in the USA.

General Sewerooter P-T4-C Drain Cleaner Machine for 3" - 4" Lines

General Sewerooter P-T4-C Drain Cleaner Machine is a robust and versatile drain cleaning machine designed for clearing up to 100 feet of 3" to 6" drain lines. It boasts a 1/3 HP motor, 100 ft. of 9/16" Flexicore cable, and a variable-speed power cable feed for efficient operation. Enhanced with features like stair climbers, semi-pneumatic wheels, and a foldable handle, the Sewerooter P-T4-C offers superior maneuverability and convenient storage and is proudly made in the USA. It effectively tackles stubborn obstructions, including tree roots, making it an ideal residential and commercial drain cleaning solution.

General Pipe Cleaners JM-1000-B Mini Jet Portable Drain Cleaning Machine

General Pipe Cleaners JM-1000-B Mini-Jet drain cleaning machine is an ultra-compact and portable jetting solution designed for clearing grease, sand, and ice blockages in 1-1/2″ to 3″ lines. The JM-1000-B Mini-Jet is a compact, portable drain-cleaning machine designed for professionals and homeowners. It utilizes high-pressure water (1500 psi at 1.4 gpm) to clear grease, sand, and ice blockages in 1-1/2" to 3" drain lines.

General JM-1450-A Electric Drain Jetter, 1.5 HP, 1500 PSI, 1.7 GPM

General JM-1450-A Electric Drain Jetter is a powerful and portable solution for clearing grease, sand, and ice blockages in 1-1/2" to 4" drain lines, delivering 1500 PSI at 1.7 GPM. The General JM-1450-A Electric Drain Jetter is a powerful, portable solution for professionals and homeowners alike. Utilizing high-pressure water, this jetter effectively clears grease, sand, and ice blockages in 1-1/2" to 4" drain lines.

Matching the Right Machine to the Job

Find your application below and click through to the recommended machine. For cable sizing within a given machine, refer back to the Cable & Line Sizing Guide above.

Application	What You Need	Recommended Machine
Kitchen or bathroom sink clog (1-1/2" – 3" lines)	Handheld cable machine, 3/8" cable	Super-Vee SV-A-WC
Hair, soap, or small-drain clog (tub, lavatory, laundry)	Small handheld cable, 1/4" or 5/16"	Super-Vee with smaller cable cartridge
Restaurant grease line (2" – 4")	Portable jetter — water clears grease better than cable	JM-1450-A Electric Jetter
Indoor sink/floor/shower where a drum machine is impractical	Compact portable jetter, 1-1/2" to 3" lines	JM-1000-B Mini-Jet
Residential main line, tree roots (3" – 6")	Drum machine, 5/8" Flexicore cable	Speedrooter 92 or Sewerooter T-4
Commercial main or heavy roots (4" – 10")	Drum machine, 3/4" Flexicore cable	Maxi-Rooter P-MX-A
Broken cable — field repair instead of full replacement	Repair kit (save the cable, skip the re-buy)	Quick-Fix™ Broken Drain Snake Repair Kit
Locating the clog or break before snaking	Camera inspection or sonde/locator	See "Camera Inspection Systems" subcategory

Two rules from General's own Drain Brain guidance: for grease clogs, a jetter usually outperforms a cable machine (water scours the pipe wall instead of just punching through); for tree roots, always size up — a cable too small will bind or break.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a general sewer auger and which one should I buy?

A sewer auger is the cable (or "snake") used in a drain cleaning machine to physically break through clogs and clear sewer lines. General Pipe Cleaners makes a range of augers, from 1/4" diameter cables for sink lines, up to 3/4" cables for commercial main lines and tree root removal. Which auger you need depends on the line size and the type of clog. For sinks and small drains (1-1/2" to 3"), a 3/8" cable on a Super-Vee is standard. For residential mains (3" to 6"), step up to 5/8" cable on a Sewerooter or Speedrooter. For commercial mains or tree roots, go to 3/4" cable on a Speedrooter 92 or Maxi-Rooter. The Cable & Line Sizing Guide above walks through the full range.

What size drain lines can General Pipe Cleaners equipment handle?

General Pipe Cleaners offers equipment for all drain sizes. Sink machines like the Super-Vee handle 1-1/2" to 3" lines, while heavy-duty machines like the Maxi-Rooter clear 4" to 10" main sewer lines. Jetters range from 1-1/2" residential drains up to 4" commercial lines.

What's the difference between a drain snake and a water jetter?

Drain snakes (cable machines) use a rotating metal cable to physically break through clogs and cut roots. Water jetters use high-pressure water to scour pipe walls and flush debris. Snakes are better for solid blockages and roots; jetters excel at grease, sand, and buildup removal.

How do I choose the right General Pipe Cleaners machine for my needs?

Consider the drain size, type of blockage, and frequency of use. For residential sink and floor drains (1-1/2" to 3"), choose a sink machine or Mini-Jet. For main sewer lines (3" to 6"), select a Sewerooter or Speedrooter. For commercial applications with frequent grease clogs, a high-powered jetter like the JM-1450 is ideal.

Does Cleanflow ship General Pipe Cleaners equipment across Canada?

Yes, Cleanflow ships General Pipe Cleaners products throughout Canada with free shipping on orders over $199. We stock a full range of drain cleaning machines, cables, cutters, and accessories in our Winnipeg warehouse for fast delivery.

What replacement parts are available for General Pipe Cleaners equipment?

Cleanflow stocks genuine General Pipe Cleaners replacement parts including Flexicore cables, cutter sets, jetter nozzles, roller heads, and repair kits. The Quick-Fix repair kit allows field repair of broken drain cables without replacing the entire cable.

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