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Top-Rated Drain cleaners in San Jose - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Aaron's Plumbing & Rooter
Aaron's Plumbing & Rooter
4.8(
104
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business+1 more

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"What a savior! The drain stop in my bathtub broke off when I was trying to change the stop myself because the people who installed the bath tub used silicon based glue that made it impossible to unscrew the drain stop. Aaronâ s plumbing came and gave me two options, one that will cost me money and the other that would be way cheaper, if it works. They tried the cheaper option and did a great job at fixing the issue. Great and prompt service, very professional, and with intention to solve the customerâ s problem than to make money. Always recommended!"
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Sink Fixture Install
Bathroom Remodel
Kitchen faucet fixture repair
Shower Ugrade

+108

Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
98 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Wilmar Edwin Bautista
Wilmar Edwin Bautista
4.9(
159
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate - For Business

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"He was friendly, arrived on time, and did a great job replacing our old leaking chrome pipes under our kitchen sink and also cleaned up everything well after he was done and tested the pipes to ensure it didnt leak. I will hire him again next time I need plumbing work."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate92%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for A JACQUES PLUMBING & DRAIN
A JACQUES PLUMBING & DRAIN
5.0(
32
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Evan did a great job. I tried to remove the tub faucet myself, but it didn't budge. Evan had the right tool for the job and it came right off and he replace the faucet with a high quality replacement. Next I showed him the leaky faucet connection under my kitchen sink. He found that the O-ring was damage. Evan fixed the leak without having to buy a new Grohe faucet. Finally, he replaced all the RO filters on my Reverse Osmosis system. I had a great experience with Evan and will call him again. He is a professional."
Whole house Water Filter
Whole house Water Filter
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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Bay Area Pro-Plumbing Inc.
5.0(
14
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional team. They explained everything clearly before starting the job.? ?Clean work, respectful in my home, and great communication from start to finish.? ?You can tell they know what they?re doing. Honest and reliable plumbing service.?"
Property clean out
Water main replacement
Water main replacement
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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 San Jose, 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 JVM Master Plumbing, Inc.
JVM Master Plumbing, Inc.
5.0(
18
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Lalo and his team did a great job! Aaron came first and I showed him one leak near my water heater and he went directly to Home Depot and immediately fixed that problem- just as a good faith measure. Then Lalo came and the two of them talked with me about what needed to be done with several options. They gave me an estimate and I said yes. Within an hour we had three of his team working on opening up access to the areas that needed work and procuring materials. I tried to keep ahead of them moving furniture and garage stuff out of the way ( they would have done this if I hadn?t been available to do it). While they were here my wife decided she wanted some fixtures replaced and they discovered some other drain leaks and slow drains. He and his team took care of everything and would have done more if requested. Polite and helpful. They tore into the walls and ceiling to get access and they patched up and painted so you wouldn?t know anything had been done. Would I use JVM again? YES"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Avatar for Chandler's Plumbing
Chandler's Plumbing
4.3(
746
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business+1 more

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"AJ with Chandler Plumbing arrived on time and quickly cleared our slow bathroom drain. AJ was professional, friendly and respected our home. The price was well below what we expected. I will definitely use Chandler should the need arise again. Highly recommend."
Sewer Line Camera Inspection
Shut-Off Valve Repair
Main Water Line Replacment
Water Heater Installation
Tankless Water Heater Installation

+310

Response time4 hrs
279 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Drain Cleaning FAQs, answered by experts

You can unclog a double kitchen sink by plunging the side with the garbage disposal. Cover the drain hole on the other side first to avoid creating a mess. Plunge up and down until the water starts to drain. You can also pour in baking soda and vinegar to try and dissolve a clog. 

If you leave liquid drain cleaner for too long, it will start breaking down your drainpipes. The chemicals in these cleaners can cause cracks, corrosion, and leaks in your pipes. They can also damage plumbing fixtures and even cause environmental damage if left too long without rinsing away.

There are several signs that can indicate your leach lines are broken, failing, or in need of repair, including puddles of water or a marshy consistency to the ground above or around the pipes, slow drainage or plumbing backups inside your home, and noticeable odors or gurgling sounds coming from your leach field. Keeping your septic system properly maintained, including having your septic tank pumped at regular intervals, can help ensure your leach lines stay in good working order for a long time.

Bleach isn’t likely to help unclog a sewer line. Bleach isn’t useful in this situation because it won’t dissolve the grime and debris in the clog. Instead, you want to use ingredients that will have a chemical reaction to clear out the buildup, like vinegar or salt and baking soda.

Clean regularly with non-abrasive cleaners, avoid pouring grease down the drain, and check for leaks under the sink.

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