Top-rated drain cleaners.

Get matched with top drain cleaners in Athens, AL

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your drain cleaning project in Athens, AL?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY ATHENS, AL HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.6
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon123
    Verified drain cleaning services reviews

Verified Reviews for Drain Cleaning pros in Athens, AL

*The Angi rating for Drain Cleaning companies in Athens, AL is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Drain Cleaning needs.

*The HomeAdvisor rating for Drain Cleaning companies in Athens, AL is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Drain Cleaning needs.

Last update on June 05, 2026

Find Drain cleaners in Athens

Avatar for ABD Plumbing, LLC
ABD Plumbing, LLC
4.7(
128
)
Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"ABD Plumbing removed and replaced two old toilets. The quoted price was fair. They came when they said they would, completed the work quickly and professionally, and cleaned up afterwards. We were very satisfied with their work and they are our new "go to" plumbers."
Old toilet
New toilet
New toilet 2nd view
Existing water heater
Flood damage

+98

Response time6 hrs
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Stain Plumbing And Construction, LLC
Stain Plumbing And Construction, LLC
4.8(
24
)
Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business+1 more

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"All work was completed in a timely and attentive manner"
Work
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Jackson Plumbing, Heating and Cooling
Jackson Plumbing, Heating and Cooling
4.1(
233
)
Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1987

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I was impressed with the whole process. They responded quickly, answered questions, finished job and cleaned up. It was a good experience."
Trane Unit Installation
Water Heater Installation
Septic Pumping
Plumbing Work
Trucks

+101

Response time1 day
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Apex Plumbing, LLC
Apex Plumbing, LLC
4.0(
18
)
Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Got it done fair price"
Brizo Faucet & Kraus Sink
Noritz Gas Tankless Water Heater
Moen Faucet
New Rheem Water Heater
Brizo Faucet & Kraus Sink

+12

Response time2 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Hiller Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electrical
Hiller Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electrical
4.5(
39
)
Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had a pressure reducing valve that went bad and didn't realize it was buried behind the water meter (Fla builders usually put in crawl space or garage); this caused my expansion tank and pressure relief valve to fail on water heater due to super high pressure. Crimson Long and his assistant from Hiller Plumbing came out earlier than scheduled appt. time, LISTENED to my encountered issues and repairs I had begun, were very PROFESSIONAL, Polite, and KNOWLEDGEABLE, provided an estimate for the PRV valve repairs and immediately began to solve my issue. Water heater is fixed, house is back protected with new PRV valve; I'm happy and the wife is ecstatic to have hot water back! Thanks Crimson Long and your asst. and Thank you Hiller Plumbing; your technicians have made me a customer for life.🙂"
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Request Quote
Bruce Boydstun Plumbing, LLC
4.9(
7
)
Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I want to thank Bruce Boydstun for his immediate attention. He was very professional, and took the time to answer all of my questions. I can’t say enough about his outstanding service. He is such a pleasant person and quite obviously knows what he is doing."
Water Heater replacement
Response time2 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Pankey Construction LLC
Pankey Construction LLC
5.0(
1
)
Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Pankey Construction LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. \n\n\n\n

PC projects
PC projects
PC projects
PC projects
PC projects

+4

Response time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
Avatar for River City Plumbing
River City Plumbing
New to Angi
Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

River City Plumbing is a premier full service plumbing contractor that operates out of Huntsville, AL. We pride ourselves on high quality work and precise attention to details. Call today!!

Water Heater
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
...
Showing 1-10 of 88
Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

A professional drain cleaner is a plumber or specialized drain cleaner with the necessary tools to unclog drains and tiles to keep waste water flowing out to the septic tank or city sewer for processing. Keeping wastewater from backing up into your home helps keep you and your family safe from potential contamination and sickness. These pros can help resolve nearly any drain situation in a safe and efficient manner.

Yes, many services include camera inspections to identify the cause of the blockage. Confirm with your provider.

Start by pouring hot—but not boiling—water down the drain. The heat of the water may be enough to break down the clog. You can also try ½ cup of dish soap or 1 cup each of white vinegar and baking soda. If you choose a chemical unclogging product, ensure it’s appropriate for toilets to avoid damage.

Some experts estimate that descaling your cast iron pipes can extend their lifetime by upwards of 50 years, although there’s not a lot of research to prove it. But we do know that without proper maintenance, cast iron pipes can quickly rust—leading to more expensive issues like burst pipes or main line clogs.

Coke and other sodas do clean a clogged drain, so this is one of those urban myths that has some truth behind it. Coke and similar sodas are caustic and will provide some cleaning power to your drains. However, the power of soda pales in comparison to dedicated cleaners or even baking soda.

The Athens, AL homeowners’ guide to drain cleaning services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles