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Avatar for Plumbtree Plumbing and Rooter, Inc.
Plumbtree Plumbing and Rooter, Inc.
5.0(
24
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Glenn and Josh are great guys. We had an emergency with Sewer blockage and they were at our house within an hour on a Friday evening. They cleaned it and also pointed out that we had old cast iron pipes which had cracks. Subsequently, we engaged them to replace all our sewer lines. The work was done within 3 - 4 days and they kept us up to speed on every aspect. The work was excellent (and they showed pictures to prove it). We would hire them for any of our plumbing needs and highly recommend them!!"
Before and After of Garbage disposal replacement.
Root intrusions at failed connection
Plumbing Project
Water Service Repair
Roots cleaned out of main line

+26

Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Green Arrow Plumbing
5.0(
40
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business+1 more

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As shown in the photos, my kitchen drain line was a mess and needed to be replaced. Cornelius did an excellent job managing all aspects of the job. He showed us pictures documenting the problem and provided us with a detailed estimate. Then, he and his team completed the work on time and budget -- all while working around our time constraints. Throughout the job, he did an excellent job communicating progress and giving us "heads up" about potential challenges. He is friendly, courteous, knowledgeable, respectful, and professional. Without reservation, we will call him again for our next plumbing problem!"
Water Heaters Project
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project
Drain replacement

+50

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DRAIN RIGHT PLUMBING & ROOTER INC
5.0(
23
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+2 more

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"**Robert was very calm, cool, and collected!!!! I got a call from my tenant at about 1p on a Sunday afternoon, that her kitchen ceiling was leaking water. I suspected there was a plumbing issue right away, and I reached out to Robert. Instantly, Robert said he would go take a look after he completed his job across town. Heroically, Robert made it there in about 30 mins and discovered the issue was a clogged pipe, and used all his tools in his belt to help me clear the clogged drain issue. Long story short -- he fixed everything before 3p 😮😮😮 Thank you Robert!! You are the man!! I will call you without hesitation moving forward!!!"
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After
Water heater
Descaling tankless water heater
Toilet replacements

+34

Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Wilmar Edwin Bautista
4.9(
159
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate - For Business

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Wilmar Plumbing was very responsive and empathetic towards my situation. They had to fix a problem caused by the previous plumber who installed my shower/tub drain incorrectly. I couldn't shower due to the leak. They treated my case like the emergency it was and Wilmar and his team showed up first thing. They fixed it diligently. They were so good, I hired them to install new bathroom sinks. These guys are great!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate92%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FDL Plumbing, Inc.
5.0(
41
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"**Highly recommend FDL Plumbing!** Francisco from FDL Plumbing was prompt, professional, and efficient. He arrived at 10am to diagnose my water heater issue and clearly explained my options. After discussing pricing, we agreed to proceed, and Francisco had a new unit installed by 11:45am, exceeding his initial timeframe. Francisco was a pleasure to work with â he completed the job expertly while maintaining a friendly demeanor. His work ethic and competitive pricing (especially for San Francisco) were refreshing. Thank you, Francisco, for the outstanding service!"
Existing PRV
New 3/4 Pressure reducing Valve
Existing
New Kitchen Sink/Faucet/Disposal
New Home in Moraga CA

+10

Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by67%of homeowners
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Plumbing & Rooter Service
5.0(
25
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called the plumbing service in the morning and they showed up the same day, which I really appreciated. The specialist diagnosed the problem in about five minutes and had everything fixed in fifteen. No fuss, no surprises on the bill. Really happy with the experience and will definitely call them again."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by9%of homeowners
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Mike Counsil Plumbing and Rooter
4.0(
331
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallDrain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business+3 more

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1994

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The folks @ Mike Counsil have done work for us in the past, including the heater installation and unclogging/cleaning a backed up drain. Any time we've had work done by them, they are always right on time and very professional. They get the job done and clean up after they're finished to ensure there's no clean up for the customer. I highly recommend them for all of your plumbing needs."
Preparing a safe environment for working on a sewer line replacement.
Water heater installation with expansion tank
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Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+28

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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French Drains questions, answered by experts

To keep window wells from filling up with water, you need to stay on top of maintenance. Remove debris as it fills up, and regularly loosen the gravel at the base if it’s become compacted. You can also reslope your yard to make sure water flows away from the window well (and your home’s foundation), and you can even install a window well cover to prevent debris from building up. Installing an actual drainpipe at the base of the well can also prevent window well drainage problems.

Food grease, soap buildup, paper products, and tree roots often cause serious clogs.

French drains may fail when they become clogged with soil granules that slip through the pores of the landscaping fabric and through the holes in the pipe. 

Over time, this debris can build up inside the pipe and prevent water flow. To prevent this failure from happening, regularly flush out your French drain and keep debris away from the inlet grate.

No. You should never pour old paint down a drain or sewer because it can clog pipes and pollute the environment. You must dispose of paint properly and safely. Different types of paint need to be disposed of in different ways—oil-based paints must be taken to a paint recycling center, while you can throw dried-out water- or latex-based paints in the garbage. 

The cost to repair a main sewer line clog is about $3,110 on average. The average cost range is  $1,310 to $4,950, but it can go as low as $215 and as high as $9,300 or more. The cost factors for this repair include the severity of the clog, pipe accessibility, video inspection, removal method, permits, pipe material, labor rates in your area, and time of year. Repairs made from outside during the winter can be more difficult due to the frozen ground or during the spring if the ground is saturated from a lot of rain and snow melt.

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