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Avatar for Facilities Plumbing & Drain
Facilities Plumbing & Drain
4.8(
51
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business+1 more

Serving Foster City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Robert was an amazing plumber to work with. Extremely professional, knowledgeable, responsive and honest. All traits that are hard to come by in this profession. Ever since I found his business, Iâ ve never even bothered to look elsewhere. He never tries to upsell you, gives you options and always cleans up meticulously. Iâ ve recommended him to all my friends and family and they were all happy with his services. So far heâ s fixed my clogged sink, installed and repaired my garbage disposal, came immediately when my storm drain busted, and gave me quotes and advice on a tankless water heater. Hopefully I wonâ t need his services any time soon though!"
Starbucks 100-Gal Waterheater
Sediments inside supply line
3M 100,000-Gal
dual 3m filter install
3M 100,000-Gal

+44

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
69 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for DRAIN RIGHT PLUMBING & ROOTER INC
DRAIN RIGHT PLUMBING & ROOTER INC
5.0(
23
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Foster City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"**Robert was very calm, cool, and collected!!!! I got a call from my tenant at about 1p on a Sunday afternoon, that her kitchen ceiling was leaking water. I suspected there was a plumbing issue right away, and I reached out to Robert. Instantly, Robert said he would go take a look after he completed his job across town. Heroically, Robert made it there in about 30 mins and discovered the issue was a clogged pipe, and used all his tools in his belt to help me clear the clogged drain issue. Long story short -- he fixed everything before 3p 😮😮😮 Thank you Robert!! You are the man!! I will call you without hesitation moving forward!!!"
Before
After
Water heater
Descaling tankless water heater
Toilet replacements

+34

Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Green Arrow Plumbing
Green Arrow Plumbing
5.0(
40
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business+1 more

Serving Foster City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We cannot express our gratitude enough for having Cornelio on the team during our comprehensive drain and sewer pipe replacement. In the midst of my recovery from a major accident that required two surgeries, we were hit with a severe plumbing issue. Every drain in our house was nearly unusable, among other challenges we encountered. Amidst all this chaos, Cornelio was a beacon of positivity. His professionalism was evident, but what stood out even more was his genuine care and concern. Every interaction was complemented with him inquiring about my well-being and eagerly awaiting updates on my recovery. Despite the project's unexpected complexities, Cornelio and his team ensured it was completed swiftly without compromising the quality of their work. If ever the need arises (though I hope we don't have any more plumbing issues for a long time!), I would hire him without a second thought. A heartfelt thank you to Cornelio and the team!"
Water Heaters Project
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project
Drain replacement

+50

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FDL PLUMBING INC
5.0(
80
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Foster City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"Francisco called me right away. He was easy to schedule with. He communicated every step of the way, showed me the options and made sensible recommendations. He replaced a broken drain pipe in my garage, replaced a kitchen sink disposal and fixed the pipe in the kitchen sink."
Neutralizer
cleared orifice.
New Home in Morga CA
Kitchen sink Faucet Replacement
Bathroom/Sink repair

+20

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Mike Counsil Plumbing and Rooter
4.0(
331
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Foster City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1994

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We thought we needed just our washer drain unclogged so we called the company that had fixed that before, you guys. Guys came out. Under the house they discovered rusted sewer lines. When we had our plumbing redone years ago, the company who did those did not remove the old lines. Those old lines were up against the sewer lines and were corroding our sewer lines. So we had to replace the sewer lines. A broken line just before the city line was discovered so we had to replace that too. Anyhow, we so appreciated the kind workers who smiled and waved at us. They worked around our water schedule as we have a physically disabled adult son we care for. They let us watch all the things they had to do. I took pictures and the guys were fine with that. My brand new front yard was not ruined by trenchless sewer system that went in. And my yard looks like we never had sewer lines done. It was amazing. Yes, we would recommend you to all."
Preparing a safe environment for working on a sewer line replacement.
Water heater installation with expansion tank
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+28

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Avatar for JPC Rooter & Plumbing
JPC Rooter & Plumbing
4.8(
46
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Foster City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a number of things. Braced and restrapped water heater and ran copper line for pressure relief to outside. Unclogged master toilet and reseated. Bolted down second toilet. Reconnected clothes dryer vent. Repaired air gap/garbage disposal and drain line under kitchen sink, crawled under house and remove galvanized pipe straps and replaced with nylon pipe clamps. I was a contractor and used to do this work, o an very critical. They did an outstanding job. Went the extra mile several times. I was expecting a bill for a higher amount but they stuck with their estimate. I recommend them highly and would use them again!!"
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work

+56

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for FDL Plumbing, Inc.
FDL Plumbing, Inc.
5.0(
41
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Foster City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Got a note from SFPUC for massive water use for the past several days, but no clear smoking gun. Was really worried and called Francisco asking for immediate help. He was at my house in 15 minutes and walked through all the most common culprits (toilets, etc), until we heard the water running outside and found that my kids had left the hose running. Paid him for his time and will definitely be calling him the future - amazing service. Kids learned a good lesson too."
Existing PRV
New 3/4 Pressure reducing Valve
Existing
New Kitchen Sink/Faucet/Disposal
New Home in Moraga CA

+10

Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by67%of homeowners
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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

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.

It is safe to flush small amounts of bleach down the toilet. Don’t flush more than ¼ cup of bleach. Instead, consider diluting it and pouring it down the sink drain.

There are several homemade solutions for clearing a clogged sink that don’t involve pouring harsh chemicals down your drain. Start by pouring hot (but not boiling) water down the drain. This can help dissolve and flush away grease and gunk. A splash of dish soap down the drain can also cut through fat and make it easier to clear the drain. For a more stubborn blockage, grab a plunger and give it a few firm pumps to dislodge the clog.

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.

There are several common signs that your main sewer line may be clogged. Key indicators include multiple fixtures in your home draining slowly, gurgling sounds coming from drains or toilets, and water backing up into showers, sinks, or toilets. You might also notice water backing up from the plumbing system's drain cleanout, water in your basement drain, or unexplained wet patches on your lawn. Foul odors, such as the smell of raw sewage or rotten eggs, are another common symptom. The most reliable way to confirm a main sewer line clog is to hire a professional plumber to perform a camera inspection.

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