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Avatar for DRAIN RIGHT PLUMBING & ROOTER INC
DRAIN RIGHT PLUMBING & ROOTER INC
5.0(
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving San Bruno, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My water heater was leaking and I needed it fixed asap because we had no hot water and I have small kids at home. Robert came, he saw the problem and fixed it fast and efficiently. He was professional and polite and the price was right. I will definitely call him again in the future. And have recommended him to family and friends. Thank you Drain Right Plumbing!!"
Before
After
Water heater
Descaling tankless water heater
Toilet replacements

+34

Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
7 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 San Bruno, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We highly recommend Green Arrow Plumbing. Our clogged drain was due to the corroded cast iron drain pipes original from 1957 and Cornelio replaced them in short order. While he was here, he also fixed two toilet flushing problems which two handymen had been unable to do. Cornelio was very knowledgeable, his rates reasonable, and it was a pleasure to work with him."
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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In & Out Plumbing & Construction Inc
4.2(
78
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving San Bruno, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had water damage to the ceiling of my garage. Vicente provided evaluation and written estimate in one visit with attention to details and my customer satisfaction. He took the time to verify my plumbing problem by video taping my water leakage of my bathtub drain pipe with his phone through the broken spaces in the ceiling. He returned the next day with Eduardo, assistant, to complete repair with pipe replacement of old bathtub drain pipes. I was impressed with Vicente's respectful, honest, confident, and professional demeanor with attention to customer satisfaction and service. Vicente exceeded my expectations with exemplary work. Bonus: I discovered afterward that Vicente had fixed my slow flowing sink faucet next to bathtub without request or charge. I would request Vicente again for all my plumbing needs in future. Thank you Vicente. You are special!"
San Francisco Sewer Line
Floor Drain
San Francisco Sewer Line
Floor Drain
San Francisco Sewer Line

+27

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for CLEVER PLUMBING & ROOTER INC
CLEVER PLUMBING & ROOTER INC
4.9(
34
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Drain Line Breakage - Camera Locate

Serving San Bruno, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Angel was highly professional and did the job well and efficiently. He is patient, fair and knowledgeable. The new faucet is working perfect. He also figured out why the dishwasher had suddenly stopped working, fixed it right away. I’d recommend him to anyone and will be using his services again if needed."
Plumbing
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Plumbing & Rooter Service
5.0(
25
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business

Serving San Bruno, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Water leaked in the middle of a tiled kitchen. Excellent work diagnosing a leak. Quickly replaced the garbage disposer. Only 2-3 hours after I called and everyhing was all done. Left the place neat too. Good communication. Kudos to Jose. He’s an asset to his employer."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by9%of homeowners
Avatar for In and Out Plumbing and Construction, Inc.
In and Out Plumbing and Construction, Inc.
3.7(
443
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving San Bruno, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dominic and his assistant listened to my clogged drain issue description and assessed the situation. Dominic described what he would do and provided a reasonable estimate. Job was done promptly and cleanly. Very friendly and professional encounter. I would use them again. Note there is a 3% fee for credit card payment."
Home Remodel
Shower Remodel
Projects
Shower Remodel
Shower Remodel

+87

Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

In some cases, operating a snake can damage your drain and pipes. This depends on the overall condition of your pipes and how gently you operate the auger. For instance, older galvanized pipes covered in zinc are susceptible to scratches when using a drain snake. Additionally, it’s common for newbies to apply too much force when extending the snake, leading to scratches and related damage. You can also crack the porcelain with an electric auger if you’re snaking a toilet drain. If you’re using a manual snake or auger, the risk is minimal.

Common causes include hair buildup, soap residue, food particles, and foreign objects. Older pipes can also contribute by facilitating buildup more easily.

As a preventative measure, hydro jetting should be done every one to two years. However, the best practice is to hydro jet your sewer line once per year. The ideal frequency depends on several factors, including the age and condition of your pipes, how prone they are to clogging, how often the sewer line is used, and the type of waste disposed of in the system. If you frequently experience clogs or are unsure, it's best to ask a licensed plumber for a recommendation specific to your plumbing system.

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.

To unclog a plumbing vent, you first need to locate it. Look at your home's roofline. The plumbing vent will be a vertical pipe sticking straight up from the roof. Since this pipe runs all the way to the main drain underneath your house, you should also be able to find it in the attic.

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