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JPC Rooter & Plumbing
4.8(
46
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Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This contractor performed the service efficiently, and provided the analysis and options for the sewer line. I felt he was honest with the options and did not try to sell additional services that were not warranted, in my opinion."
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Our Work
Our Work

+56

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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DRAIN RIGHT PLUMBING & ROOTER INC
5.0(
21
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Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With 20+ years experience, we're dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.\n

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Water heater
Descaling tankless water heater
Toilet replacements

+34

Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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In & Out Plumbing & Construction Inc
4.2(
78
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Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Short version:
They got the job done, but it took two visits and cost about 2-3 times more than it should have because they initially arrived with the wrong equipment and then recommended an unnecessary, expensive video scan.  The extra cost was due to their error and they should have covered at least some of it (if not all) but they refused.

Details:

Our sewer line backed up between our house and the street, and so I called In and Out to clear it.  They arrived with nothing but a hand snake because supposedly other equipment was in the shop.  The plumber was able to (temporarily) clear the obstruction with the hand snake.  Charge: $250, which also included cleaning the trap in one of our interior sinks.  So far so good (although if I'd known they'd come with just a hand snake, I would have done it myself...)
Two weeks later, the line backs up again, because the hand snake only punched a small hole in the obstruction rather clear it completely.  I called In and Out to come back with the correct equipment.  

This time they arrived with the proper equipment, including the full sized snake and water jet to clear the roots.  Given the previous failure to remove the blockage, they recommended sending the video camera down the pipes to diagnose the problem.  Problem = roots from the trees near the sewer line (surprise!).  They used the snake + water jet to remove the roots and clear the obstruction.  Now everything works.  Bill = another $775.  

 Why do they get a C grade?
Issue 1: they refused to refund any of the money from their first, failed intervention.  If they'd just arrived with the right equipment, we would have removed the roots on day one, sparing us another sewer back up and another expensive visit.  They brought the wrong equipment and didn't solve the problem -- there should be at least a partial refund.  Even an apology would have been nice.  But I didn't get either.   instead, we come to Issue 2

 Issue 2:  when they came back, they recommended an unnecessary (and very expensive) video scan of our system which just turned up the obvious problem of roots from the nearby tree.
Total cost was over $1000, for a job where most plumbers would have just gone in with the big snake + jet on day one and knocked out the roots for $250-400.   In and Out ultimately fixed the problem, but we had to endure 2 days of sewer back up and paid 2-3x what we should have.

On the plus side, they were always very prompt, professional, and friendly in person (aside from issues noted above)"
San Francisco Sewer Line
Floor Drain
San Francisco Sewer Line
Floor Drain
San Francisco Sewer Line

+27

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Plumbing & Rooter Service
5.0(
25
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Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My toilet and bathroom Sink were clogged, i called them and within a hour they came and unclogged my main with their snake and then they cleaned the main using a machine called hydro jetter. Highly recommend their service"
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by9%of homeowners
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Kenneth Asire Plumbing
4.8(
272
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Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kenneth was great! Very professional and clean, excellent service and communication. Arrived on time, did thorough work to clear the sewer main clog. When could not do it with a snake, got hydro jet and came back to finish the job. Would highly recommend Kenneth! If we need plumbing services we will definitely call him again."
Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Atlas Plumbing & Rooter
4.6(
182
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Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Awesome! The plumbers were available two hours before I was expecting them to arrive. They were courteous (covered their shoes with hardwood floors), professional and diagnosed the problem very quickly. They were efficient and extremely professional. I will definitely consider hiring them again for other plumbing needs. Thank you Atlas!"
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37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
4.4(
717
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Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My plumber Jason Hargreaves showed up on time, offered before I could ask to remove his shoes then proceeded to diagnose the problem quickly and efficiently fixed it, he was knowledgable tidy and polite throughout which was greatly appreciated"
Living room Mini-Split
Aquasana home Filtration
Almost no disturbance at EBMUD meter
Navien with filtration to protect the heat exchanger
New house valve and Pressure Reducing Valve

+73

Response time8 hrs
Response rate99%
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

If used correctly and sparingly, root killer shouldn’t damage your pipes. Make sure to follow the instructions on the back of the bottle or the company’s website to avoid any unintended damages. However, when it comes to copper sulfate, it’s better to avoid it. This type of root killer can damage your plumbing and the surrounding environment.

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.

That pungent rotten egg smell coming from your drain is likely the buildup of biofilm—hair, skin, and soap scum that turns into a black sticky mess. In this case, pouring down near-boiling water, baking soda, and white vinegar will remove the smell. Keep in mind that a rotten egg smell is occasionally a sign of larger sewage line clogs and other related issues.

Your sewer pro will take about an hour to complete your sewer line camera inspection. However, if your home does not have cleanout access and the pro needs to remove the toilet to access the sewer line, the time to completion will take longer. Note that this estimated time does not include the time for repair, drain cleaning, or any other services you may need. 

The type of clog in your sewer main determines the required cleaning method. Different types or methods of sewer main cleaning require various tools like chemicals, mechanical removal, or a combination of both. Some of the most common types of sewer main line cleaning include:

  • Minor debris removal: $100–$600

  • Tree root removal: $100–$1,000

  • Trenchless pipe repair: $60–$250 per linear foot

  • General line repairs: $1,000–$4,000

  • Full pipe replacement: $3,000–$25,000

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