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Avatar for Schaal Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
Schaal Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
5.0(
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have an older home with older ductwork. We had Spencer and Brayton out and they cleaned and sealed our ductwork. They did a great job. Professional, great communication, attention to detail. They reduced our air leakage by 86%. We noticed an immediate difference in improved airflow, our cold spots are no longer cold spots. Thanks!"
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Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Golden Rule Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
4.0(
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Plumber looked at it from above and wrote up an”upfront quote” of $540 to replace a $20 drain. Hired a different plumber that was by no means fast and paid half of that."
Water Treatment Installation
Faucet Replacment
Water Heater Install and Replacement
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C&K Heating, Cooling & Plumbing
4.6(
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They charged 2/3rds of another local company for the same equipment. The installer was on time, did a good job, kept me informed of progress, cleaned up when he was done, and gave thoughtful answers to my maintenance questions."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Golden Rule Plumbing Heating & Cooling Inc
3.9(
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"repaired plumbing leak and also while here fixed dripping faucet and did furnace check"
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Better Basement Technologies LLC
4.6(
54
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Installation completed satisfactorily. Only surprise to me was that the portion of the water trek that sits above the cement floor wasn't flat against the basement wall. Not really an issue but not as clean of a look as I thought it would be
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Egress Window with Well & Lid
Replacemet Basement Wall
Water Trek & Sump Pump
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Professional Contracting Iowa
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"PCS did a great job replacing my driveway and service walk. They completed the work quickly, it looks great, and exceeded my expectations. They were extremely cautious removing and replacing the grass around the driveway and cleaned up all the areas where they worked to a condition better than they found it. I would most definitely recommend their work and hire them again for any concrete work."
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
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Daughenbaugh Construction & Restoration
4.5(
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Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

"Awsome!!!! He made sure that my wifes needs were met. His crew was very respectful and professional. And at the price i feel i got every penny worth. And than some. Awsome work."
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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Liquid drain cleaners are harsh chemicals that can erode your pipes. To treat a slow drain or for preventative maintenance, pour hot water down the drain to break up gunk and help move it along. Make sure the water isn’t boiling hot (keep it under 140 degrees Fahrenheit) if you have plastic pipes. However, you’ll need to pull the clog out for bigger backups. 

To prevent drain clogs, perform regular maintenance and cleaning. Avoid disposing of substances like grease or coffee grounds down the sink. Additionally, installing and routinely using drain strainers can help catch debris and prevent blockages from forming.

The cost to repair a main sewer line clog is about $3,110 on average. The average cost range is  $1,310 to $4,950, but it can go as low as $215 and as high as $9,300 or more. The cost factors for this repair include the severity of the clog, pipe accessibility, video inspection, removal method, permits, pipe material, labor rates in your area, and time of year. Repairs made from outside during the winter can be more difficult due to the frozen ground or during the spring if the ground is saturated from a lot of rain and snow melt.

Most clogs are resolved quickly, often within an hour. More complex issues requiring pipe disassembly might take longer.

Bleach—even diluted bleach—is not always the safest option for cleaning your drains. With a high pH, bleach can be highly corrosive to many types of pipes, especially when used regularly. When mixed with household cleaners and organic waste, it can also create dangerous chemicals. Remember to use proper protective equipment and ventilation when dealing with bleach.

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