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Last update on February 18, 2026
Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1978
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"It went great, they got the job nice and done and cleaned up after themselves"
+7
Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1981
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Perfect! I called Western Rooter the AM my disposal went out. They were at the house the same day, at the time they stated they would arrive. The work was done efficiently and professionally and completed within an hour. I have called on Western Rooter for many years for various plumbing needs (clogged drains, replace water-heater, replace main water line, etc.) and have always had great, timely service at reasonable $$$."
+542
Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1982
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Removed p-trap, and ran a snake into the main bathroom's sink drain, but was unable to clear clog due to the poor condition of the old plumbing. However, effort is appreciated and commended because the stench coming from the drain was unbearable. Recommended replacement of santi within wall, and provided estimate. Same procedure was followed to clear clog in sink drain of second bathroom. Although I was disappointed that it was against the service provider's policy to snake the drains from the vent pipes via the roof, one of the drains was cleared, and a good effort was made to clear the other."
Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2004
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Emergency services offered
"Everything went great! Needed to replace the internal parts on two aging toilets. Sergio is the consummate professional. Friendly, knowledgeable and professional. Make It Drain is the real deal."
+10
Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
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Credit card accepted
"We had clogged drains on a Sunday. the rooter companies charged extra for Sunday. MVP charged regular charge, came quickly, remedied the issue. Clean and personable"
Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2004
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Javier at Alliance did s very good job clearing all the Area Drains around our entire rear yard ... down both sides of our home all the way to the street. We always had lots of standing water after a rain but now it drains just like it should. Javier was also a Real Gentleman."
+64
Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I was very happy with everyone I worked with. Our drain was completely clogged and Shane was very clear on showing me where the problem was. He said that they would have to do a hydro jet and told me how much that would be. When I was concerned about the cost they were very helpful in explaining the process. After completing the cleaning of the pipes I now understand the added cost. I am so very happy I had this done. I highly recommend HomeX plumbing as reliable, honest, friendly and clean."
+9
Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I received a call back within minutes of my request for a quote and Kevin came out immediately. He was professional and personable and had my drain cleared quickly, despite it being a tricky clog to get to. My bill was exactly what he quoted and I will absolutely use them again."
Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1987
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
At 1 Tom Plumber Anaheim/Brea, timing is everything! We are a top rated plumbing , leak detection and water damage repair and restoration company proudly serving the surrounding areas for over 20 years. Our 1st priority is getting you back on track and restoring your property in a timely manner. This includes having our entire team of professionals help you throughout the process. We are unique amongst restoration companies, as our staff includes 20 plus years of professional home and commercial insurance claim adjusters. We pride ourselves in high rate of insurance claim approval because of our knowledge and thx detailed documentation. We make extra effort to get your claim presented completely and approved. \n
+70
Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1990
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I have been using Burris Brothers Plumbing, and heating for years. They have done everything from unclogged drains to fixing faucets to installing a tankless, hot water heater. They are Professional, highly skilled, reasonable and reliable. I refer them to anyone that asks for a great Plumber. I cannot recommend them enough."
On average, a plumber will take 30 minutes to two hours to clear a clogged drain. If the clog is located close to the drain or an access point and isn’t severe, the project will take about half an hour. If the clog is deep within your plumbing system or is a severe blockage, it can take two or more hours to remove the clog. For this reason, main line clogs tend to take longer, usually between two and three hours.
It’s possible to snake minor drain clogs yourself, provided they sit within a foot or two of the drain itself, but it’s usually best to hire a professional plumber regardless. Even experienced DIYers have a high chance of accidentally pushing the clog further into the drain using a drain snake or another tool, so hiring a plumber is the ideal course of action. A professional plumber can use camera equipment to locate and identify the clog, and remove the entire blockage to fix your issue permanently.
In most areas, drain cleaning professionals don’t technically need a license, as they aren’t altering your plumbing system in any way. However, we recommend hiring a drain cleaning professional with a plumbing license and certification. Certified plumbers are more likely to provide professional solutions to drain clogs without damaging your system. They’ll also have the diagnostic tools and experience necessary to remove the clog entirely rather than providing a temporary solution, as a handyperson might. Use Angi’s state licensing tool to check your plumber’s professional licenses before hiring.
Applying drain cleaner is a common DIY solution to clogged drains, but it can be extremely harmful to your pipes and lead to corrosion and leaks. It is almost always better to try snaking a clog than using a drain cleaner, but the best solution is to hire a professional plumber. They can locate the clog and gauge the severity using a camera system and then decide if using a plumber’s snake, auger, or drain cleaner is the best option to remove the clog and limit damage to your plumbing system.
The average cost to unclog a drain is around $200, with prices ranging between $110 and $800, depending on the type of drain and the extent of the clog. Hiring a professional to snake the toilet or sink will usually cost between $110 and $275, a bathtub or shower typically costs around $225, and a main line clog can cost between $100 and $800 based on the severity of the clog and how far beyond the access point the clog sits. Since the labor involved varies, most plumbers will charge an hourly rate for drain cleaning.
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