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Avatar for Aaron's Plumbing & Rooter
Aaron's Plumbing & Rooter
4.8(
104
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business+1 more

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had a slow drain in the kitchen sink. Was able to get an appointment the next day. Person scheduling the appointment was emphatic that they do not quote the job until the tech has a look of the problem. Their price, however, was competitive and in-line with the one other quote I got over text message. The tech was friendly, super knowledgable, and got my clogged cleared up within one hour. Definitely recommend!!!"
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Sink Fixture Install
Bathroom Remodel
Kitchen faucet fixture repair
Shower Ugrade

+108

Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
81 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for MR ROOTER PLUMBING OF MONTEREY
MR ROOTER PLUMBING OF MONTEREY
4.8(
39
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional. Gave clear explanations of what was causing the issues we were having, and what was needed to fix those issues. Performed the work (installing a new water heater, redoing works in two toilets with great care not to damage anything nearby. Left work areas clean. Would recommend them highly."
Plumbing
Plumbing info
Plumbing info
Plumbing
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mainline Hunter CCTV
5.0(
15
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business+1 more

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My overall experience with Mainline Hunter CCTV has been Extremely Positive. Every aspect of their service has been "Top Notch". From the initial Call to the Complete Work Detail. Each representative of this company has been Professional. The dispatch, contact, work detail, clean up and review of work performed as impeccable. This company is a "Class Act". Integrity comes to mind. They take pride in their work and they never bad mouth the previous workmanship. We were in need of a competent company to correct previous plumbing work that had failed. This company visited promptly and ascertained our needs and offered their procedures to rectify our current issues. Working from home and concerns about Noise, I had to reschedule the repair. Not an issue at all. Very understanding and explained the whole repair process, cleanup needed & Time line. I have a more personable relaxed approach to things, yet every person maintained a professional demeanor. Very Pleased Struck Gold"
Two-Way Cleanout
Cast Iron Replace
Camera Inspection
Rinnai Tankless
Aquasure

+4

47 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Nathan's Plumbing INC
4.9(
7
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Great experience with this plumbing company! They did the plumbing for my garage conversion into an ADU. They were professional, reliable, clean, and finished everything on time. Their pricing was competitive and the quality of their work was excellent. I would definitely recommend them!"
Water heater replacement
112 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by28%of homeowners
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Giant Plumbing, Inc.
4.3(
29
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Drain Line Breakage - Camera Locate

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a great experience with Giant Plumbing and couldn't be happier with the outcome. After a previous water line repair by another company didn't meet our criteria, code, or accepted plumbing standards, Don carefully evaluated the situation, clearly explained what needed to be corrected, and handled everything professionally from start to finish. They fully removed the prior work, rebuilt the system to code, and completed the job exactly to our specifications. Their communication was excellent throughout -- thoughtful, transparent, and never rushed -- and the quality of workmanship was outstanding. The final result is clean, secure, and exactly what we had hoped for from the beginning. It was a huge relief to work with a licensed professional who takes pride in doing things the right way. We would absolutely recommend them and wouldn't hesitate to hire them again."
Giant Plumbing, Inc.
Giant Plumbing, Inc.
Giant Plumbing, Inc.
Giant Plumbing, Inc.
Giant Plumbing, Inc.

+4

Response time7 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Castroville Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
4.2(
5
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1934

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

Water Connection
Water Prep
Water Installation
Water Prep
Water Prep

+5

19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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1-800-Plumber + Air Monterey
5.0(
1
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

1-800-Plumber +Air Monterey is focused on being the BEST! It's not about being better than everyone else, instead our focus is on providing you with the fast, dependable plumbing and emergency services when you need it most. Our goal is to give you the BEST experience you have ever received from a service based business.\n

Navien 230A
Nuvo H20
Sewer clean out installation
Response time7 hrs
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Liquid drain cleaners are harsh chemicals that can erode your pipes. To treat a slow drain or for preventative maintenance, pour hot water down the drain to break up gunk and help move it along. Make sure the water isn’t boiling hot (keep it under 140 degrees Fahrenheit) if you have plastic pipes. However, you’ll need to pull the clog out for bigger backups. 

If your drain doesn’t have metal crosshairs or crossbars, you should use a tub drain extractor. These tools create a grip on the drain so you can turn it using a 1/2-inch ratchet drive, drain key, or wrench. Your drain may not have crosshairs if it's old and broken.

As a preventative measure, hydro jetting should be done every one to two years. However, the best practice is to hydro jet your sewer line once per year. The ideal frequency depends on several factors, including the age and condition of your pipes, how prone they are to clogging, how often the sewer line is used, and the type of waste disposed of in the system. If you frequently experience clogs or are unsure, it's best to ask a licensed plumber for a recommendation specific to your plumbing system.

Although linear drains allow water to flow quickly and efficiently, they tend to clog more easily than traditional drains. Linear drains are flush with the shower floor, allowing soap scum and hair to potentially build up. They’re also longer than other drains, allowing for more space to let debris fall into the drainpipe. 

Pouring drain cleaner down a vent pipe isn’t recommended. First of all, unlike a clog in a sink or bath caused by such material as soap scum build-up, toothpaste, and hair, clogs in a vent pipe are likely the result of debris from trees or even an animal stuck in the pipe. Drain cleaners won’t be able to eat through this kind of material. The cleaner will only become clogged in the vent with the debris, causing even more problems.

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