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Avatar for Albano's Plumbing & Drain
Albano's Plumbing & Drain
4.8(
48
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Albano's responded quickly to my plumbing emergency. They replaced my water heater and cleared a drain stoppage in a timely manner. They are fair in pricing, I would recommend them to anyone looking for a fast and reliable plumber."
Keith
Lucas
Roberto
Shower Before
Shower After

+7

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Western Rooter & Plumbing
4.8(
171
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ryan was perfectly on-time and was a plumbing scholar and a gentleman. We had a simple drain replacement under a new sink. Going to Western saved me at least another day of trying to figure out proper parts and doing the install myself, and it also saved my wife's ears from hearing my salty language."
Ruben installs a new drainage system under a customers home. Working in a crawl space is rough, but we do what is needed.
Backing up? Got roots? Blast those roots out with a Hydro Jetter! We use a wart hog nozzle that combines controlled rotation with a unique 8 jet cutting configuration optimized for removing roots. It’s better with a jetter! Call us! We got this! ??
Sewer Line Camera
No drain clog too big or small, Western Rooter covers them all!
Justin clearing a Kitchen sink back-up after the Memorial holiday.
HALO 5 whole house water filtration system.

+542

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Taylor's Plumbing
4.8(
32
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were able to respond promptly, in less than an hour. He explained what he needed to do and cleared the drain promptly. I was more than satisfied and recommend Taylor's Plumbing with complete confidence."
gas leak
gas leak fix new pipe
Threading machine
pressure regulator and ball valve
pressure regulator install

+9

Response time50 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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So-Cal 1 Plumbing & Rooter
5.0(
38
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Outstanding Service, Integrity, and Communication We had SoCal 1 Plumbing & Rooter handle a job on our exterior drain pipes, and the experience exceeded our expectations from start to finish. Not only was the work itself done extremely well, but what truly set this company apart was their professionalism, transparency, and genuine care for us as homeowners. Their executive manager, Shane, was personally on site to diagnose the issue, provide a in depth explanation, organize his crew, and ensure everything was handled correctly. He even returned to confirm that the job was completed properly. Having direct access to a manager who was knowledgeable, responsive, and willing to answer questions made a stressful situation feel completely manageable. I could call Shane at any point to bounce questions off of him, and every recommendation was explained thoroughly and honestly. They took the time to help us understand the severity of the problem, and exactly whats needed to fix"
repair
full house redrain
full house redrain
full house redrain
sewer repair

+27

Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Worth Construction
5.0(
14
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David came out after hours to clear a badly clogged drain for us, and we couldn?t be more grateful. We had water backing up and were really stressed, but he arrived quickly, was very professional, and explained everything clearly. He used hydro jetting to thoroughly clean the line, and you could immediately tell the difference ? the drain has been flowing perfectly ever since. What really stood out was his attitude and work ethic. Even though it was late, he took his time to do the job right and made sure everything was clean before leaving. Fair pricing, honest service, and top-notch work. Highly recommend David for any drain or sewer issues!"
68 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SoCal Plumbing & Rooter, Inc.
4.7(
285
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were less expensive than the other plumbers and were here within 10 minutes. They replaced all the necessary hoses and were very efficient."
Response time4 hrs
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
So-Cal Plumbing & Rooter
4.6(
202
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was very pleased working with So-Cal Plumbing. I had clogged drains in my backyard that required a lot of work. I felt Jose was very clear in explaining the problems and what could be done to make the necessary repairs. His rates were reasonable and fair. I will definitely use their services again and highly recommend them."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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French Drains questions, answered by experts

Coke and other sodas do clean a clogged drain, so this is one of those urban myths that has some truth behind it. Coke and similar sodas are caustic and will provide some cleaning power to your drains. However, the power of soda pales in comparison to dedicated cleaners or even baking soda.

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.

As a general rule of thumb, it’s best to clean your linear drain every two to three months to prevent debris buildup. However, if you notice it draining slowly or an odor from your drainpipes, it’s best to clear the clogged drain and maintain it more often. If you let a clog go for too long, you may have to invest in the price of professional shower drain cleaning, which costs about $225.

Snakes can occasionally enter homes through shower drains, although it’s quite rare. This can happen when they follow sewer pipes or accidentally find their way into plumbing systems. To minimize the risk, consider installing drain covers or stoppers on your shower drains. Always keep drains closed when they’re not in use, especially in areas where snakes are known to be active.

A washing machine should drain the water used during its cycle through a drainpipe and out through the house’s plumbing. This is the same plumbing that sinks and shower drains run to, and if the U-bend is installed correctly, it shouldn’t smell. The total drainage from the house is then integrated into the city sewer system or, if you’re in the country, dispersed into a septic tank.

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