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*The HomeAdvisor rating for Drain Cleaning companies in Empire, CA is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Drain Cleaning needs.
Last update on January 20, 2026
Serving Empire, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Ed is prompt and respectful, garbage disposal works great!! On a separate occasion Ed dropped what he was doing to come clear my elderly mother in laws drain. He is appreciated by our whole family."
+62
Serving Empire, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Adam is amazing. He came by same day and handled business. He is very knowledgeable about plumbing and it shows. He helped educate me on the health of my pipe systems and encouraged me to move forward with high pressure snaking which cleared out the obstructions and got our plumbing back. So grateful to have been helped by Adam!"
+6
Serving Empire, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1971
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Nickolas came out to clear a clog in my drain line. He made multiple attempts to clear it for the lease amount of cost to me. He was very professional and efficient with his work. I would hire Discount Plumbing again if I need any other plumbing work."
+3
Serving Empire, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2010
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Carmelo did an excellent job on installing a gas fitting for my new dryer. He installed the fittings and got my dryer hooked up. He went above and beyond and also helped me light my pilot light on my water heater! He explained what he would do, performed the work and cleaned up after himself! Great job Carmelo!"
+4
Serving Empire, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I had several plumbing problems - faucet replacement, faucet repair, toilet repair, shower leak repair, toilet seat replacement and slow drain. Manuel of Pro Plumbing called within minutes of my going into Home Advisor, scheduled an appointment for the following day and has already completed all the work. I would highly recommend him!"
+2
Serving Empire, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Top Tier did an excellent job on my bathroom remodel. Very clean and fast. Work was definitely top tier in all aspects. They installed new toilet, vanity, faucet and even did the flooring in the bathroom. Always on time and super polite!! Top Tier will be called to handle any and all of my future plumbing needs!! Huge shout out to Taylor!! You did an amazing job!!"
+14
Serving Empire, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"He spent 3 days in my house. My house is old and built in 60's. The last house in the neighborhood. Pipes were old and no drain especially to my house all went to the city pipe. I want to recommend him very highly. Pricing was very reasonable to all of the work he do. I would recommend him to anyone who ask. He is wonderful and polite. The two people who work with him was also polite. All of them are extremely polite."
+43
Serving Empire, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Amazing! I would highly recommend and rehire the handyman."
+33
Serving Empire, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Edgar was very nice, cleaned up and hauled off the old toilet. Company called me a 1/2 hour before employee arrived to let me know he was on his way. They arrived in the windowed time. Once there an estimate of 1 hour to complete the job was given and that timeline was meet. There was a little confusion about a quote, so I would recommend calling them directly to discuss the price of the job, but even with that the company worked with me on the price. Good customer service."
+6
Serving Empire, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
With several years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.\n\n
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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