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Avatar for My Neighbor's Plumber
My Neighbor's Plumber
4.1(
105
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Drain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business+1 more

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The scheduler,Jocelyn, called soon after I purchased the deal on Angie's list and was incredibly friendly and easy to work with.  She was able to find a slot that was convenient for me less than a week out.
Jocelyn called about 20 minutes ahead of the technicians arrival, well within the 3 hour window they provided. Teh technicians, James and Billy, were courteous, friendly and professional. For example, when in the condo they put on booties to keep things clean. After the assessment they went over the results with me and answered any question I had completely.
The experience from beginning until the end was perfect. I would definitely consider My Plumber in the future.
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18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Plumbing Plus
4.5(
530
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service! We scheduled Plumbing Plus to replace the hot and cold cartridge's in a sink faucet and a tub pop-up drain and overflow gasket. Jared N. quickly assessed the problems. The faucet was so corroded with water deposits that it could not be dismantled to simply replace the hot and cold cartridge's. So Jared replaced the entire faucet with a high quality replacement. After the tub pop-up drain was replaced, Jared checked for leaks by looking in a 'trap door' in the ceiling below the tub that was left after the tub was replaced in an earlier remodel. Jared discovered that the entire tub drain was leaking and need to be replaced, which he did. He also corrected a problem with the drain pipe left from the previous remodel. Although the job was much more complex than expected, Jared was professional, efficient, and extremely cheerful throughout . We highly recommend Jared and Plumbing Plus"
New Sewer Pipe Installation
Always important to clean up after ourselves
Tricky Sewer Pipe Installation
New Sewer Pipe Installation
Ladders and lifts to access the pipe overhead

+37

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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California Plumbing SD Inc
4.9(
238
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business+1 more

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I’ve had issues with my outdoor drain clogging. Alex helped me schedule an appointment and ensured me they would have the equipment to high power clean my drain. Sure enough the technicians showed up and were able to clear my drains same day. I’m very pleased with their great service!"
California Plumbing
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We are the experts!
5 star service!

+3

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
348 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Personal Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
4.5(
362
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Your guys CJ & Andrew were awesome! They did such a nice clean looking job! Super professional and very informative. They walked me through setting up the app for the whole house water shut off valve they installed and now I get a reduced rate on my homeowners insurance. They also found that my water pressure reducing valve had failed and replaced that at the same time. Couldn’t be more happy with the job they did."
Mini Split System Install Oceanside
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+12

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Premier Rooter & Plumbing, Inc.
4.8(
51
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate - For Business

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike explained to me in details about the project,he gave me the break down of the cost of the project,it was a more than I budgeted for so we worked out the cost for the materials and labor that we could agree to,we scheduled to start the work the next day at 9 AM.the work was completed the same day ,everything was done exactly like Mike explained to me,after the project was completed Mike and John left the work site nice and clean. Mike was very courteous,pleasant and knowledgeable,I would call on Mike again if I need any kind of plumbing jobs."
Bathroom Remodel
Two Way Clean Out
Drain Repairs
Copper Re-pipe
Gas Line Repair

+6

Response time6 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Drain Cleaning FAQs, answered by experts

A two-way cleanout can help if there’s already a clog, but the best strategy to prevent one is by not rinsing grease, oil, or fat down your drains, not flushing or rinsing coffee grounds or egg shells down your drains, flushing only human waste and toilet paper (so no diapers, period products, bathroom wipes, or paper towels), and using drain guards on all of your drains.

Chemical drain cleaners can work to clear clogs in pipes, but their use should be approached with caution. These harsh chemicals can damage pipes over time, and they can also harm the environment. Use them sparingly and consider alternative methods such as using a plunger or a drain snake. If you have concerns about a persistent clog, it's best to consult a professional who can safely and effectively address the issue without causing further damage to your plumbing system.

If you try a drain snake and various DIY methods for unclogging drains to no avail, bring in a professional plumber to assess the situation. Also, if multiple drains in your home are backing up or you smell sewage, a visit from a plumber is best. You can expect your drain cleaning costs to fall around $250, and this can include an assessment of what’s caught in your plumbing and if there’s a larger, underlying problem. You should also consider calling a pro if you need to snake a toilet, as DIYing this could lead to a cracked fixture.

Main sewer lines can clog for several reasons. For example, if you regularly dump oil or grease down your drain, it could eventually block your line. Sometimes, tree roots can penetrate and grow inside old sewer pipes, creating a major blockage. Flushing bulky items (like paper towels, diapers, or baby wipes) can also clog your plumbing system.

Bleach is generally not recommended for your shower drains. Although diluted bleach can technically help clean your drain, it will not unclog your pipes. In fact, bleach can harm your plumbing system because it’s so powerful. The bleach can change the color of your sink and even corrode metal pipes and fittings.

Often, people reach for bleach because it's already in their house. But it's worth getting a plunger or a drain snake for the job instead. It'll be a lot less money to buy a new plunger than to pay a plumber to repair or replace damaged pipes.

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