Drain unblocking prices in 2026: costs and when it's urgent
Toilet, sink, drain — what does unblocking cost in 2026?
Updated: 2026-07-14 · 4 min read
The price of drain unblocking depends on the location and severity of the blockage: cleaning a sink trap is a quick job, while machine-cleaning a building's main pipe costs far more. Here are the typical 2026 prices so there are no surprises.
Typical prices
| Job | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Unblocking a kitchen or bathroom sink | HUF 12,000 – 25,000 |
| Unblocking a toilet | HUF 15,000 – 35,000 |
| Cleaning a bathtub or floor drain | HUF 12,000 – 30,000 |
| Machine (spiral) drain cleaning | HUF 18,000 – 45,000 |
| Camera pipe inspection | HUF 20,000 – 40,000 |
| High-pressure jetting | from HUF 30,000 |
Prices are indicative. For night or weekend emergency call-outs a 30–100% surcharge is common. Always ask for a concrete price for the call-out and the work on the phone.
When should you call a professional immediately?
- If sewage is backing up through the drain or toilet — this quickly causes property damage.
- If several drains are blocked at once — the problem is likely in the main pipe.
- A bad smell from the drains can also indicate a pipe problem.
- With a slow drain there's still time: booking a normal slot is cheaper.
What can you try before calling a professional?
- A plunger solves most fresh, local blockages.
- For a sink, the trap can be unscrewed by hand and cleaned.
- Avoid aggressive chemical drain cleaners — they can damage old pipes and make the work hazardous for the professional afterwards.
- If the blockage returns twice, ask for a camera inspection to find the cause.
Frequently asked questions
How much does drain unblocking cost in 2026?
Clearing an average blockage costs HUF 12,000 – 35,000. Machine cleaning is HUF 18,000 – 45,000, more with a camera inspection.
How much does unblocking a toilet cost?
Typically HUF 15,000 – 35,000, depending on the depth of the blockage and the technology needed.
Who pays for drain unblocking in a rental?
It depends on the contract: blockages caused by use (e.g. an object in the drain) typically fall on the tenant, while faults from the pipe's condition fall on the owner.