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Avatar for Done Right Today, Inc.
Done Right Today, Inc.
4.8(
601
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Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I worked with Patrick the Owner on a sewer back-up problem. Due to an accidental injury of a "Done Right Today" primary plumber, he wasn't able to come out the first day. However, Patrick hung in there with me until the job was satisfactorily completed on the following day. The crew was very patient, friendly and thorough. I would definitely recommend this company to family & friends."
Water Heater Install
Done Right Today
Parked at a customers house for repair work.
Done Right Today
AC Repair

+1

Response time7 hrs
878 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup - Wilmington
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup - Wilmington
4.1(
176
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Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1935

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Sunny's Services
4.7(
54
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Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was a phenomenal job. They were professional. Work was done to our expectations. They did a great job. I would hire them again in the future. They cleaned up after the job was done. Timely manner and I like the fact that they were in uniform."
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+81

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
Avatar for Delaware Plumbing Professionals, LLC
Delaware Plumbing Professionals, LLC
4.7(
454
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Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Was unable to establish blockage of sewer route from inside. Come to find out that the coduit of both home/city piping, 30yo pvc from yard was shattered to pieces from a local contractor that hanitually parked his truck on the burial site at the side of the drive. Thanked these reps for their best service allowable at the time. Took hiring an outside- literally- contractor to dig up and replace my sewer from house to street and reroute pipes of both meeting points so this was less of a future issue."
trade show
new water conditioner
sewer line replacement
well to public water conversion
water conditioner

+3

Response time40 mins
393 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
F.H. Furr Plumbing Heating AC & Electrical
New to Angi

Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Three qualities all of our people have that make us Northern Virginia, D.C. & Maryland’s #1 Home Service Provider. That’s the F.H. Furr Difference. F.H. Furr is D.C., Maryland & Northern Virginia’s premier plumber, HVAC contractor and electrician. F.H. Furr is A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau and has consistently been voted Best of Prince William County for HVAC, Plumbing and electrical.

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Avatar for Christian Home Services Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical
Christian Home Services Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical
New to Angi

Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Founded with creating a higher standard in the industry and providing superior customer service, Christian Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical has been serving the local community since 1989. At Christian, we take pride in employing service technicians who are well trained in their craft and dedicated to the satisfaction of our customers.\n\nFor 35 years, our team has kept your family safe & comfortable. Our expert technicians receive weekly training to ensure that they are up to date on the latest equipment and service practices in our industry. \n\nWe’re here for you 24/7 so don’t hesitate to contact us today.\n\n

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Charles Moon Plumbing & Heating
4.6(
64
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Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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Sink was COMPLETELY stopped up. Service person (Doug) seemed to be nice; first emptying the sink of water, then getting out his snake to get to work. Shortly, from another room, I heard moans and groans from the kitchen. Asking what was wrong, I learned that his snake had gotten stuck and he couldn't get it out. He went downstairs to the basement to work on trying to retrieve the snake cable from the cleanout down there, below the sink. He told me that on occasion, he's had to take out pipes between the kitchen sink and the basement sewer line in order to get his cable back, and that would cost upwards of above $600. He eventually retrieved his cable, but explained that it had gotten stuck because I had allowed the buildup of years and years of grease in the kitchen, and because I was foolish enough to have a garbage disposal, which allows the grease to build. He told me he had a drain cleaning powder that I could use to keep the drain clean, and one box would cost $50. I thanked him, but refused the offer. He did make it so the water would indeed go down the drain in the sink, now, and I can use my dishwasher. He was at the house for approximately 1 hr and 15 minutes, charging $457.50. Excessive, in my opinion. It's not my fault that his snake was caught (if it really was).

Is the drain clean? Cleaner than it was this morning, yes.

Will water go down? Yes. For now.

Would I recommend anyone using Chas. Moon Plumbing? Not unless you have a healthy bank account.

Will I ever call on them again? No.

UPDATE:

Moon & Company called today (Service Manager) and graciously offered a 15% discount for the service that I had here at the house, as described above. I thought that was very nice and generous of him/the company, and promised that I would report same.


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50g water heater replacement
Sewer replacement
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+10

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

That pungent rotten egg smell coming from your drain is likely the buildup of biofilm—hair, skin, and soap scum that turns into a black sticky mess. In this case, pouring down near-boiling water, baking soda, and white vinegar will remove the smell. Keep in mind that a rotten egg smell is occasionally a sign of larger sewage line clogs and other related issues.

If you want to avoid using a snake to unclog a drain, or if you don’t have one, try vinegar and baking soda. Pour 1 cup of baking soda down the drain, followed by 1 cup of white vinegar. Wait for 15 minutes, and then run hot water (but not boiling water) down the drain to see if the clog is clear. Repeat multiple times as needed.

If you’re wondering whether rats can come up the toilet, the unfortunate answer is yes, it’s possible, though it’s extremely rare. These rodents are excellent swimmers and can travel through sewer pipes in search of food, and they may follow plumbing lines leading to your home if they’re drawn by the scent of scraps and waste. The toilet’s U-bend holds a small pocket of air, which can help a rat catch its breath before making its final push into your bathroom. While more common in cities with larger rat populations, this can happen anywhere with connected sewer systems; sealing entry points and keeping drains clean can help reduce the risk.

An active cleaning agent and a drain snake is the best way to clean a main sewer line. You can purchase a regular or enzyme drain cleaner or make a DIY drain cleaner with baking soda. Use your chosen solution at least once a month or as needed to keep your sewer line clear. 

If methods like hot water or a plunger don’t work on your clogged drain, you can snake your drain to dislodge the plug. This can be a messy process, taking some physical effort and additional time over the other drain-clearing options. You can purchase a drain snake at a hardware store and choose from handheld options or those attached to a drill. Just work slowly, and be ready to call a plumber if you’re unable to reach the clog from your drain or P-trap.

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