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Precise Plumbing
4.8(
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Jay came through HUGE for my family & I this morning, SUNDAY morning! Main drain to street AND secondary drain both CLOGGED on a Saturday night. Jay was 1st to respond, through Angi, early Sunday morning and I m so glad he was 1st to get back to me. Jay is also an owner/operator which I like. Very friendly over the phone, also very direct in price quote. He told me he d have the problem solved for $___ which, for a Sunday I felt was reasonable, and even though the job ended up being a bit more involved/complicated and definitely more time consuming than originally expected, he actually charged me one cent less than he quoted me! Got entire house drains cleaned out as well as main & secondary drains. Was also very prompt arriving within an hour or so of initial correspondence . Jay and his technician were both very pleasant and made sure to explain to me each step he would be taking to clear the drains, taking the time to make sure I understood what was likely happening and what the likely solution would be. Jay made sure I was happy before leaving and assured me that we won t have any drain problems. We can t thank you enough for showing up within an hour of our talking and getting the job done well at the price you quoted me!! We are now washing dishes and doing laundry which, without Jay and his tech, we d still be waiting to do. Not to mention showering and basic everyday household activities that absolutely require water. Sincerely THANK YOU, Jay and Precise Plumbing!!! You came through for us BIG TIME!!!"
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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Oak Plumbing Inc
4.6(
101
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallDrain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business+3 more

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Stan was excellent. Very professional and courteous. He would explain what he was doing and why he was doing it. He even gave me some pointers when doing plumbing. He was a pleasure to have at my house while performing the services for our plumbing repair. I felt the price was fair considering the quality of the workmanship, product and the warranty associated with the purchase. I will definitely use Oak Plumbing in the future and specifically request Stan."
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Fix-It Plumbing
4.5(
179
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate - For Business

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Fix it Plumbing is a full service plumbing contractor. Since 2007, Fix it Plumbing has serviced countless homes and businesses throughout the greater bay area with exceptional customer service and superior workmanship, seven days a week. Our technicians are fully trained, licensed, and certified to handle 100% of the customer's service needs and provide you with the best quality of work possible. Call today for your free estimate

20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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JPC Rooter & Plumbing
4.8(
46
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+2 more

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a number of things. Braced and restrapped water heater and ran copper line for pressure relief to outside. Unclogged master toilet and reseated. Bolted down second toilet. Reconnected clothes dryer vent. Repaired air gap/garbage disposal and drain line under kitchen sink, crawled under house and remove galvanized pipe straps and replaced with nylon pipe clamps. I was a contractor and used to do this work, o an very critical. They did an outstanding job. Went the extra mile several times. I was expecting a bill for a higher amount but they stuck with their estimate. I recommend them highly and would use them again!!"
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work

+56

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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SH Grading & Excavating
5.0(
16
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The contractor and crew from SH grading and excavating was fantastic. They were conscientious, hard-working, clean, and excellent communicators. Jose runs his business very professionally and does quality work very reliable. I would highly recommend them."
Grading
Grading
Grading
Grading
Dirt pile

+25

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FRANCOS MAGICAL PLUMBING AND ROOTER INC
5.0(
5
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Franco, reached out via text shortly following my post for this project. Although it wasn’t an emergency it was urgent for me that the clog in my sink was fixed as soon as possible. It was around 720pm when I asked if he could come on short notice, and he replied that he could drop by shortly. He assessed the clog and attributed the issue to my garbage disposal unit. He had new replacement in his van and provided a reasonable quote. He went straight to work and was mindful to wear shoe covers in the house as well as kept the work area clean. High praises for Franco as he was friendly, professional and efficient. After the job was done payment was very easy with Zelle. He even took a moment to answer some questions I had about replacing my toilets. 100% I’d hire Franco again and refer him business"
Sewer line replacement
Sewer line replacement
Sewer line replacement
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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French Drains questions, answered by experts

Grease buildup, tree roots, and foreign objects often cause blockages. Regular maintenance prevents major issues.

Septic tanks can clog if they aren’t pumped every few years since solid waste accumulates inside of them. Your tank might also clog if you have a habit of flushing anything other than human waste or toilet paper. Items like diapers, baby wipes, paper towels, cat litter, and personal hygiene products should never go down your pipes.

No. You should dispose of all oil-based finishing products through a local hazardous waste program. Not only can oil-based finishes be hazardous for the environment if disposed of in the sink, but they can cause clogs in your pipes and stop up your drains. Most municipal garbage or waste disposal companies have a specific location or pick-up schedule for hazardous materials, so that’s your best bet to get rid of excess finishing products.

While there is no specific “best” method to clear hair out of a drain, several options work well. Using a combination of baking soda and vinegar to dissolve the hair clog is a great and easy way to help clear the drain. Drain snakes are also effective for more severe clog buildups. 

It is okay to use a drain auger on a toilet, just make sure you are using the correct tip size. The auger is a plumbing snake with a protective sleeve to protect the porcelain toilet bowl from getting scratched. Using too large of an auger can cause the snake to loop back and damage the inside of the drain and plumbing.

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