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Avatar for Western Rooter & Plumbing
Western Rooter & Plumbing
4.8(
172
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Perfect! I called Western Rooter the AM my disposal went out. They were at the house the same day, at the time they stated they would arrive. The work was done efficiently and professionally and completed within an hour. I have called on Western Rooter for many years for various plumbing needs (clogged drains, replace water-heater, replace main water line, etc.) and have always had great, timely service at reasonable $$$."
Ruben installs a new drainage system under a customers home. Working in a crawl space is rough, but we do what is needed.
Backing up? Got roots? Blast those roots out with a Hydro Jetter! We use a wart hog nozzle that combines controlled rotation with a unique 8 jet cutting configuration optimized for removing roots. It’s better with a jetter! Call us! We got this! ??
Sewer Line Camera
No drain clog too big or small, Western Rooter covers them all!
Justin clearing a Kitchen sink back-up after the Memorial holiday.
HALO 5 whole house water filtration system.

+542

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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California Drains Incorporated
5.0(
30
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business+1 more

Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contacted California Drains because my parent's home was completely backed up to the point where dirty water was coming out from the drains inside and outside their home. They promptly answered and booked me in the same day. They were able to contain the water from continuing to come out of the drains overnight and returned the next day first thing in the morning to get the problem fixed. Price was very reasonable, and the workers were very professional. Left everything clean and drains were completely cleared. It has been months since they came and there has not been an issue since. 10/10 will highly recommend to family and friends."
Water Main Repair
Water Main Shut Off Valve
3/4" Pressure Regulator
Clean Out Installation
Sewer Spot Repair

+11

Response time10 hrs
Response rate97%
141 neighbors recently requested a quote
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G M C Plumbing, Inc.
4.9(
86
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate

Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"GMC Plumbing is always there for our plumbing needs. Whether itâ s something as simple as a clogged drain or as complex as a new sewer line, we can always count on Geremi and his team to be there when we need them. Geremi is always just a phone call away and we know the job will be done correctly and at a fair price."
New Drainage
Old  shower Drainage
New kitchen faucet
New Drainage
New Drainage- SEWER LINE

+3

Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
True Blue Plumbing & Rooter
5.0(
106
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate

Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I know it might seem like giving 5 stars for everything is just a lazy review. But these guys truly are exceptional. Had a few quotes given, theirs was honest and very fair. They did the work quickly, even adding some additional safety measures without charging. We will definitely use them again for any plumbing needs. They installed cleaning tubes in our front yard so we could more easily access our main pipes which regularly clog."
Response time1 hour
Response rate95%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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First Thought Plumbing
4.9(
44
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"First Thought Plumbing (owner Kenny and his assistant) were on time, courteous and thorough in cleaning the drains. They took video of the drain, both before and after, and sent it to me. Their equipment looked clean and well-maintained. They were patient and clear in answering my questions. Overall, they were great!"
Nighttime display of toilet, smart toilet, is also equipped with motion, sensor opening and closing capabilities
Plumbing Project
Smart toilet also comes with a built-in seat warmer
Navien tankless water heater installation with sediment trap expansion tank, and proper exhaust and intake ventilation , up to city codes and regulations
Smart Toilet installation

+12

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Plotke Plumbing inc
4.5(
202
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate

Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Overall: I would say a "B" because i'm still missing that piece. They should have followed up, because thats what they'd said they were going to do. I didn't go around really pricing other places, I've used Red-Lilly before and they've done good work with me, so, thats the main reason- I called RedLilly mainly and wound up wit Plotke side answering, and they said they are together now. I guess Plotke is now buying out RedLilly. So it doesn't matter which one you call these days. The work was, I think, well done. They are just sometimes not careful with a persons property, I would say. From this and from other occasions. They should put a cloth down or something like that, be careful, Remember to apply a cloth on a fixture before you apply the pliers on it so as not to scratch. They didn't clean up well after themselves. He showed up unannounced early. So he was supposed to show up like at about 10 O'clock in the morning instead he showed up like at 8:30 in the morning. So I was like " You are supposed to be here later, I'm not ready for you yet." I had things to do that morning. In the future, it depends on what the problem is, it depends; is there a special going on, on something that I need , that I can get on Angie's List. It depends. Other times they have done really well but now that they are merging with the other company it's not as good as it used to be. To improve there service: Follow through and cleaning up after themselves. Friendly staff"
after Install
Before Install
Tankless install
Whole House filter
shower and tankless

+5

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

If you try a drain snake and various DIY methods for unclogging drains to no avail, bring in a professional plumber to assess the situation. Also, if multiple drains in your home are backing up or you smell sewage, a visit from a plumber is best. You can expect your drain cleaning costs to fall around $250, and this can include an assessment of what’s caught in your plumbing and if there’s a larger, underlying problem. You should also consider calling a pro if you need to snake a toilet, as DIYing this could lead to a cracked fixture.

You should flush your AC drain line once every three months to keep it clear of debris and buildup. Keeping your AC drain line clean prevents clogs, backups, mold growth, and extra wear on your AC unit. If you live in a humid area or have several furry pets, up your cleaning schedule to once a month.

Pouring drain cleaner down a vent pipe isn’t recommended. First of all, unlike a clog in a sink or bath caused by such material as soap scum build-up, toothpaste, and hair, clogs in a vent pipe are likely the result of debris from trees or even an animal stuck in the pipe. Drain cleaners won’t be able to eat through this kind of material. The cleaner will only become clogged in the vent with the debris, causing even more problems.

Costs vary by severity and access requirements. Typical pricing ranges from $100 to $350, increasing with complexity or for emergency services.

Applying drain cleaner is a common DIY solution to clogged drains, but it can be extremely harmful to your pipes and lead to corrosion and leaks. It is almost always better to try snaking a clog than using a drain cleaner, but the best solution is to hire a professional plumber. They can locate the clog and gauge the severity using a camera system and then decide if using a plumber’s snake, auger, or drain cleaner is the best option to remove the clog and limit damage to your plumbing system.

The Universal City, CA homeowners’ guide to drain cleaning services

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