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Avatar for Facilities Plumbing & Drain
Facilities Plumbing & Drain
4.8(
52
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I did a bit of research even though we had been without hot water for about a week. Mainly because we had roofers working and no roof where the water heater would be going in the garage. I received a call from Robert before we were ready for the project to begin and wrote down his info including the quote. I wanted a long warranty and not many companies were offering the 12 yr warranty. That was a plus, and when I finally made the decision to go with Facilities Plumbing and Drain I called Robert and he said Frankie could come right away...within the hour...it was about 550PM!! He indeed showed up and went straight to work with a smile. What a great attitude he has, especially considering he had been working since 7am. Hot water heater installed and he cleaned up everything too. Very professional, very nice and efficient."
Starbucks 100-Gal Waterheater
Sediments inside supply line
3M 100,000-Gal
dual 3m filter install
3M 100,000-Gal

+44

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
76 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drain Raider Plumbing
5.0(
20
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Precise Plumbing
4.8(
447
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Jay and his crew of Marc, George, Issac and "D" were punctual and communicated with me throughout the troubleshooting process. Jay was able to pinpoint the exact location of my problem using a locator tool. His crew jumped into action and began to dig approximately 5 ft deep to expose the section of sewer pipe that was damaged from tree roots. His crew then removed the damaged section of pipe and perform the repair. Jay performed a leak check of the repair in my presence before closing up the hole. Jay and his crew were polite and very safety conscious. I wouldn't hesitate in hiring them for future plumbing needs."
Vessel sink
Floor drain and floor sink
Commercial floor drain
Laundry room
Pressure assist commercial toilet

+3

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
4.4(
721
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The first visit lead to cleaning the area around the heater and burners and checking the thermocouple. Sadly that seemed to make it worse. Less than a week later No hot water for over 30 hours till the second technician replaced the thermocouple. All is perfect now. No charge for the second visit. The next step, if needed will be a tankless and their quote looks a bit steep. But I am really hoping I won’t need to go that far."
Living room Mini-Split
Aquasana home Filtration
Almost no disturbance at EBMUD meter
Navien with filtration to protect the heat exchanger
New house valve and Pressure Reducing Valve

+73

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Plumbing 1 Builder's Inc
5.0(
17
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"These guys were great. Fixed the issue and went above and beyond with a few extra repairs. Professional and cleaned up everything. I will definitely reach out again for any work in the future."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate85%
62 neighbors recently requested a quote
Local Plumbing & Remodeling
4.9(
12
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Leo was prompt to respond, flexible with timing and personable. I had intermittent noisy pipes and he tracked down the location quickly and fixed it. He insisted on cleaning up despite me telling him I would take care of cleanup. I highly recommend Leo. Nice job"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Alan’s Plumbing and Drain
5.0(
4
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alan came and cleared out my kitchen sino drain after hours. He was very profesional and friendly. Was in and out in under 1 hour, and left everything clean and tidy. I will definitely be calling him for all my drains in the future."
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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Bleach isn’t likely to help unclog a sewer line. Bleach isn’t useful in this situation because it won’t dissolve the grime and debris in the clog. Instead, you want to use ingredients that will have a chemical reaction to clear out the buildup, like vinegar or salt and baking soda.

Yes. Sewer cameras are invaluable tools that can help pros safely diagnose problems with your septic system. Without a camera to look into your system, septic issue diagnoses would be a combination of guessing and past experience. However, a camera can help confirm ideas that your pro may already have about what’s wrong.

While some chemical drain cleaners with hydrochloric acid can dissolve hair, this method is not recommended as it can also destroy your plumbing pipes. A common DIY alternative is using baking soda and vinegar, which can help break down the clog but will not actually dissolve the hair. The best and safest method for clearing a hair clog is to remove it manually. You can use a drain snake, a straightened wire hanger with pliers to fish out the clog, or have a plumber use a professional auger for more severe blockages.

The cost to unclog a drain varies based on the location and severity of the clog. For simple clogs within your home, such as in a sink, toilet, or shower, hiring a plumber typically costs between $110 and $350, with an average of around $200. Snaking a toilet or sink usually costs between $110 and $275, while a bathtub or shower clog costs about $225.

For a more serious clog in the main sewer line, the cost is higher. Clearing a main line clog generally costs between $200 and $600, with an average of about $380. However, prices can range from as low as $100 for snaking a minor clog to over $1,600, particularly if advanced methods like video inspection and hydrojetting are needed for a large or hard-to-reach blockage. Some severe main line clogs can cost upwards of $1,000 to clear depending on factors like the cause of the clog, its distance from an accessible cleanout, and whether the pipe is located beneath an occupied space (e.g., in an apartment building). You may be able to save money on minor clogs by using a drain snake or bladder yourself.

If methods like hot water or a plunger don’t work on your clogged drain, you can snake your drain to dislodge the plug. This can be a messy process, taking some physical effort and additional time over the other drain-clearing options. You can purchase a drain snake at a hardware store and choose from handheld options or those attached to a drill. Just work slowly, and be ready to call a plumber if you’re unable to reach the clog from your drain or P-trap.

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