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Avatar for Western Rooter & Plumbing
Western Rooter & Plumbing
4.8(
171
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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%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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California Drains Incorporated
5.0(
29
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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%
133 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Make it Drain Plumbing & Rooter
4.7(
109
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I've been using Make It Drain for years. The first time I called Make It Drain was after reading a ton of positivity about their service from my neighbors on the Next Door app and I was not disappointed. My call was returned quickly, Marc and his colleague Ean showed up on time for a Friday afternoon appointment to inspect my hard-to-find-parts-for leaky bathtub faucet. After inspecting it, they said they'd need to call around for the correct part and get back to me with a quote. Marc called back on a Sunday with two options for me so we could get it repaired quickly. I selected the one I wanted and when they showed up with the part to replace, Marc told me they'd gotten it for less than he originally quoted me and passed that savings down to me. Talk about an upstanding business! And to top it off, they even helped clean up the flood in my bathroom when my stupid brother turned the main water back on while they were in the middle of the repair. (Oy.) I've since used them to replace a fancy kitchen faucet and service my tankless water heater. They are always on time and professional, clean up any mess made and have very fair prices."
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+10

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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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%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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First Thought Plumbing
4.9(
41
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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

"Completely re-routed all the plumbing for my house. After sewage backup we found 2 bellies in the line and clogs - First Thought came up with a plan and knew exactly what to do - they double and triple checked their work and were kind and courteous the whole time while explaining every step along the way (even with pictures and camera video) - Will definitely be using them for all of my plumbing needs in the future. No more plumbing concerns here!"
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 by94%of homeowners
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 highly recommend True Blue Plumbing. I have hired them 3 times. First time to fix a water main leak and main shut off, second to give me an assessment of the sewer line, third to fix toilet and main shut off valves at another property. Everyone is so professional and their price is very fair. Their finished work is very clean and you can see that they take great pride in doing best work. I enjoyed working with them and they will continue to have my repeated business and recommendations."
Response time1 hour
Response rate95%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Jetter Rooter
5.0(
11
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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

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I used Jetter Rooter for a camera inspection for my home and they found Roots in the main line sewer and they located it. I highly recommend them for your drains / Sewers locating. They are professional and on time schedule. Thank you guys from Jetter Rooter!!!"
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JETTER ROOTER

+7

Response time2 hrs
Response rate92%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

For homes with a septic tank, harsh chemicals like those found in drain cleaner or bleach aren’t recommended. Some chemical drain cleaners can disrupt the balance of bacteria in the septic tank or damage your pipes. For homes with a septic tank, you can choose drain cleaners specifically formulated for use with septic tanks or go with a drain snake. When in doubt, make sure you know who to call for a clogged drain

Yes, frozen pipes can cause a toilet to stop working correctly. If the pipes are frozen, water cannot flow, which can lead to two main problems. First, the supply line to the toilet tank may be frozen, which prevents the tank from refilling with water after you flush. Second, the drain pipe itself can freeze, blocking water from flushing away. As a temporary solution for a non-refilling tank, you can manually add water, but this is not a long-term fix. To clear a frozen drain pipe, you can try pouring warm water into the toilet bowl or tank and then flushing, as the warm water may help thaw the ice blockage. Ultimately, the best course of action is to unfreeze the affected pipes to restore your toilet to full functionality.

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.

A professional drain cleaner is a plumber or specialized drain cleaner with the necessary tools to unclog drains and tiles to keep waste water flowing out to the septic tank or city sewer for processing. Keeping wastewater from backing up into your home helps keep you and your family safe from potential contamination and sickness. These pros can help resolve nearly any drain situation in a safe and efficient manner.

If you have a sink stopper, it can feel more challenging to clean the drain without removing it, but here are a few simple steps:

  • Pour ½ cup baking soda into the drain using a funnel

  • Pour 1 ½ cups vinegar into the drain

  • Close the sink stopper for 15–20 minutes

  • Open the drain

  • Pour 2 cups of boiling water down the drain (be cautious as boiling water can damage some types of pipes)

If the drain isn’t unclogged, repeat the process.

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

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