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

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%
3 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

"Al did an excellent job replacing the faucets(bibs) and drain for my laundry closet. He even patched the cut-out sheet rock that needed to be made for the replacement. Other plumbers I got estimates from would not do the patching. Also, he replaced the cartridges for my shower valves. I’ll definitely call him again for any future work."
Whole house Water Filter
Whole house Water Filter
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Avatar for Jess Plumbing
Jess Plumbing
4.9(
50
)
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 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 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
269 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Drain Cleaning FAQs, answered by experts

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.

The first rule of plumbing is nothing but water, toilet paper, number one, and number two go down the drain. 

To prevent clogs, get yourself:

  • A compast pail where you can clean plates, drain grease, and toss scraps and paper towels. 

  • Drain screens for the shower, tub, and bathroom sink to stop hair, jewelry, toys, etc. from going down the drain.

  • Trash cans for everything that shouldn’t go down the drain, like dental floss, hygiene products, and cat litter.

P.S.: If you do drop your priceless ring down the drain, take a deep breath, and then follow these steps to retrieve jewelry from your drain.

It is okay to use a drain auger on a toilet, just make sure you are using the correct tip size. The auger is a plumbing snake with a protective sleeve to protect the porcelain toilet bowl from getting scratched. Using too large of an auger can cause the snake to loop back and damage the inside of the drain and plumbing.

Yes, hiring a drain cleaner is worth it, especially when compared to the cost of not being able to use a sink, shower, toilet, or bathtub and the potential damage that flooding can cause in your home. You might try a temporary drain cleaning liquid or snaking it yourself, but if the clog is out of reach or these methods do not work, then hiring a professional drain cleaner is the way to go.

You’ll likely pay between $300 and $450 to unclog your toilet with Roto-Rooter. However, the price could change depending on if the clog has caused a lot of damage, which your plumbing pro will want to inspect during your service appointment. Keep in mind that you won’t get a quote from Roto-Rooter over the phone. They have to send a pro out for an in-person cost estimate. You can also attempt to snake your own clog for a lot less, and simple drain snakes cost no more than $50.

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