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Avatar for Escamilla Plumbing and Rooter Inc.
Escamilla Plumbing and Rooter Inc.
5.0(
50
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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

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Gustavo from Escamilla plumbing is a pro thru and thru. I gave him a tough job that I wanted to tackle but didn't have the necessary tools or time to tackle. I had him relocate the water heater lines and install a tankless water heater, remove steel pipes and redo drain lines. The kicker for the water lines was access next to a furnace and new gas lines that needed to be run due to insufficient gas supply. During the project we found micky mouse water line taps that needed to be removed and the house water shutoff valve that failed to closed completely. Lots of unexpected work but he gave decent quotes to complete the job. He is quick, doesn't cut corners, and gets the job done. I wholeheartedly recommend him for project a homeowner wouldn't touch or doesn't have time to do."
Plumbing Project
Electric Heat Pump Water Heater
Shower Valve
Shower Area Remodel
New Bidet

+167

Response time1 day
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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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%
Avatar for Jess Plumbing
Jess Plumbing
4.9(
50
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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

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jess and his crew did a great job recently repiping my house, both the water supply and drain lines. Jess is easy to work with and very responsive. His price was very reasonable. He came back promptly to fix some very minor issues I found (tiny leaks from the kitchen sink drain and from one of the outside faucets). Everything is fine now. The sprinklers in my backyard work better now because they're getting more pressure than they got from the very old galvanized pipes that were replaced. I'm happy to recommend him."
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project /water main
Old gate valve/ doesn’t shut off water
Installed new Zoeller sewer tank lid

+178

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Bay Area Pro-Plumbing Inc.
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
Avatar for Mike Counsil Plumbing and Rooter
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've been working with Mike Counsil for over 8 years - clogged drains, water heater, new toilets, and most recently a sewer re-pipe. Yes, they may be more expensive than other companies, but with Mike Counsil you get what you pay for - quality work. A big shout out to Rudy and the whole team - they are hardworking, reliable and courteous."
Preparing a safe environment for working on a sewer line replacement.
Water heater installation with expansion tank
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Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+28

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Even if the shower drain doesn’t seem clogged or dirty, plan to clean it out about once per month—or more frequently if you or your family shed a lot of hair. It’s a good practice to remove any hair from the drain on a daily basis, as hair can accumulate fast and cause clogs in no time. You may also want to have a plumber thoroughly clean the drains in your home once every six months.

While some chemical drain cleaners with hydrochloric acid can dissolve hair, this method is not recommended as it can also destroy your plumbing pipes. A common DIY alternative is using baking soda and vinegar, which can help break down the clog but will not actually dissolve the hair. The best and safest method for clearing a hair clog is to remove it manually. You can use a drain snake, a straightened wire hanger with pliers to fish out the clog, or have a plumber use a professional auger for more severe blockages.

Professional tools include drain snakes, hydro jets, cameras for line inspection, and enzymatic or chemical cleaners for dissolution.

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.

Start by unscrewing the overflow valve, which is located on the wall of your tub between the floor drain and the tub spout. Gently insert a plumbing snake down into the pipe, move it back and forth, and pull it out. Remove any hair, debris, and soap scum that comes out with it. Repeat the process until the snake comes out clean, and then reinstall the cap on your overflow valve.

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