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Avatar for Plumbtree Plumbing and Rooter, Inc.
Plumbtree Plumbing and Rooter, Inc.
5.0(
24
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - 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
Avatar for Mike Counsil Plumbing and Rooter
Mike Counsil Plumbing and Rooter
4.0(
330
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1994

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"All went great they rehung the sewer pipes under the house. Replaced the damage sewer pipe. Installed a new fresh water pipe from the water meter to the house installed a pressure regulator and a back flow on the hot water heater. Pached all the holes and even one the didn’t cause"
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
Avatar for DRAIN RIGHT PLUMBING & ROOTER INC
DRAIN RIGHT PLUMBING & ROOTER INC
5.0(
23
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was a pleasure being able to have Robert come out to help with my family s water heater issues. He was very friendly and is a well experienced plumber (I believe he told me 20 years as a licensed plumber). Response time was excellent, same day service, and the cost of service was more reasonable than any other estimates we received. I would highly recommend Robert and Drain Right to my friends or family, and I will be reaching out for his plumbing services again if I ever encounter any plumbing issues while I m still living in the Bay Area."
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After
Water heater
Descaling tankless water heater
Toilet replacements

+34

Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for JPC Rooter & Plumbing
JPC Rooter & Plumbing
4.8(
46
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This contractor performed the service efficiently, and provided the analysis and options for the sewer line. I felt he was honest with the options and did not try to sell additional services that were not warranted, in my opinion."
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work

+56

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wilmar Edwin Bautista
4.9(
159
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Wilmer is very professional and friendly. He was the first one responding to our query. He sent us a message and also called us and left voice message. Once he arrived, he looked at the problem and told me his solution. He answered all my questions. He and his teammate cleared the main sewer pipe. After that, we tested with no issues. I am very satisfied his service. Will work him again in the future. Thanks very much! Yi"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate92%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for In & Out Plumbing & Construction Inc
In & Out Plumbing & Construction Inc
4.2(
78
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a drain backing up in our garage, so we called In and Out Plumbing (after having an estimate done by another plumber, who said we needed some major upgrades costing upward of $1800!). In and Out did a free estimate (but jumped right to work) and snaked the drain after doing a few diagnostics. They came out about 1.5 hours after I called and about 3 hours after I called, I no longer had a back-up in my garage! I forgot to use my Angie's List coupon, but even so, it was worth it for fast, efficient service."
San Francisco Sewer Line
Floor Drain
San Francisco Sewer Line
Floor Drain
San Francisco Sewer Line

+27

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Your sewer line can get grimy quickly. To prevent sludge buildup in your sewer line, pour a mixture of 1/3 cup of vinegar and 1/3 cup of baking soda down each drain in your home once a month. After about 30 minutes, flush the drain with hot water.

Some plumbers recommend 3/4 cup of bleach instead to clean any germs and bacteria that may build up in your sewer line. But this won’t break down any active clogs, and it cannot be combined with vinegar, as the mixture will create a toxic, hazardous gas.

Thankfully, it’s pretty rare to find a rat in your toilet. It’s more likely in larger cities with big sewer systems that can be feeding grounds for rats, but even then, you still shouldn’t fret. 

“I wouldn’t worry too much about rats coming up through the sewers,” Bradshaw says. “I’d say only one out of a thousand rodent customers we get actually have this problem. And of the 20 or some customers that have had this happen, they’ve all only had just one rat come up this way.”

Knowing the signs can alert you to a clogged drain line. Clogs cause slow drainage or cause no drainage (if there’s a complete blockage). You may also notice foul odors, gurgling noises, water backing up in other appliances on the same line, or a poorly flushing toilet. If you experience any of these issues and think your line might be clogged, call a plumber.

You could be smelling sewer gas in your kitchen because of a dry P-trap, clogged vent pipe, or leaking plumbing seals. If you smell a rotten egg odor, check your sink’s P-trap and plumbing connections first. A clogged or damaged vent pipe can trap sewer gas and push it back into your kitchen through the plumbing pipes. Loose or deteriorated seals around drainpipes can also allow sewer gas to leak out. If you can’t find the source, call a local plumber for expert help.

Toilet paper is the only material that you should flush down toilets. Other items like wipes, paper towels, feminine hygiene products, dental floss, and medications should be disposed of in the trash. Flushing these items can lead to plumbing issues and damage to sewage systems. Grease and cooking oils should also be avoided as they can solidify in pipes, causing blockages. Proper disposal helps prevent clogs and ensures the efficient operation of wastewater treatment systems while protecting the environment.

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