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Last update on June 05, 2026

Top-Rated Drain cleaners in Athens - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for ABD Plumbing, LLC
ABD Plumbing, LLC
4.7(
128
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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
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Avatar for Stain Plumbing And Construction, LLC
Stain Plumbing And Construction, LLC
4.8(
24
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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

"Arrived early and went right to work upon my arrival. Christian was courteous and competently worked the problem and solved it in under an hour. Price was very fair. Cleaned up after the work was completed. Will definitely use them again for my future plumbing needs."
Work
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Avatar for Jackson Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Septic, Electrical
Jackson Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Septic, Electrical
4.1(
233
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services 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
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Avatar for Apex Plumbing, LLC
Apex Plumbing, LLC
4.0(
18
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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
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Avatar for Hiller Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electrical
Hiller Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electrical
4.5(
39
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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.🙂"
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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River City Plumbing
5.0(
5
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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

Warranties offered

"Great job and appreciate that he cleaned up under the house!"
Water Heater
67 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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
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Avatar for Valley Heating & Cooling (Plumbing)
Valley Heating & Cooling (Plumbing)
5.0(
3
)
Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He was courteous and knowledge and the proper tools"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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
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Drain Cleaning FAQs, answered by experts

Snaking a drain can take as little as a few minutes for small, simple clogs, up to two hours or more for tough clogs located further down the drain line. For tougher clogs, a professional drain cleaner can likely get the job done much more quickly because they have the necessary tools and expertise. However, your drain cleaning pro might not be able to give you a firm time estimate until inspecting the clog and its surrounding plumbing.

You should inspect and clean your French drain at least once per year to keep it in good working order. Regular maintenance can help identify clogs, buildup, and damage before they become bigger problems, which increases the lifespan of your drain. The frequency with which a drain clogs can depend on factors like the amount of debris, the quality of the installation, and the type of filter used. If your drain accumulates a lot of sediment, it may require more frequent cleaning. It's also a good practice to check the access and exit points after heavy storms. If you notice reduced drainage or any signs of a clog, clean the drain as soon as possible.

It can take anywhere from half an hour to a few hours to fix a main line clog, depending on the cause and severity of it. The job should not take more than a day to complete. Keep in mind that the main line is not the same as your home’s sewer lines (which connect to the main line and run to your house). Your city is responsible for any clogs or damage to the main line itself.

Plumbers use a variety of tools to help unclog the toughest of drain clogs, but the most common tools they use are drain snakes and augers. They try a plunger or drain snake to start, then move to heavy-duty augers, and finally try using a hydro jetter to blast away the clog with high-pressure water. Hiring a plumber to unclog a drain costs $125 to $300, largely depending on the extent and location of the clog and which of these methods is best for clearing it.

Using less toilet paper is the easiest way to prevent future clogs. Also, avoid flushing sanitary products, thick paper towels, or hair down the toilet. If you’ve been using a brick in the tank to reduce the water used to flush the toilet, take it out immediately. Bricks will eventually fall apart and clog your toilet drain. Keeping your toilet lid closed also helps avoid future clogs.

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