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Last update on August 20, 2025

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Avatar for Roto-Rooter
Roto-Rooter
4.5(
141
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - InstallDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate - For Business

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1935

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Didnt know Roto-Rooderr had plumbers! Just began their service and was there the next day , otherwise it would have been late next week. Too long not to have a hot shower! I was not sure at first but they sold AO Smith water heaters that are great. Now that was great service!"
Restroom rough in
Restroom rough in
Response time11 hrs
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Avatar for Dierks Plumbing and Remodel
Dierks Plumbing and Remodel
5.0(
22
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate - For Business+1 more

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! Called in morning and by afternoon the repair was done"
Tub replacement
Tub replacement
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+17

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Avatar for Schaal Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
Schaal Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
5.0(
32
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Needed a new water heater. They were able to diagnose, quote, and replace all before lunch Great service, product, and price!"
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Avatar for Golden Rule Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
Golden Rule Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
4.0(
137
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - InstallDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Great service. Above and beyond."
Water Treatment Installation
Faucet Replacment
Water Heater Install and Replacement
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by59%of homeowners
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Foundation Recovery Systems
4.6(
40
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kent Clayberg proudly, patiently explained Foundation Recovery Systems services available and quality products they use at affordable pricing. Answer to a prayer. I need sump pump drainage line repaired, sidewalk raised, etc. Peace of mind is a phone call away."
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Correct Your Wet Basement
Protect Your Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

+16

375 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by59%of homeowners
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Thrasher, Inc.
4.1(
182
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They put in drain tile and a sump pump in the basement and a compression guard in the drive. They were helpful and friendly and professional."
Basement Waterproofing Before and After
Concrete Repair Before and After
Thrasher Services
Thrasher Services
Thrasher Services

+12

Response time2 days
886 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Avatar for Bell Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.
Bell Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.
4.6(
77
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1955

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was under warranty and we just had to pay for some warranty. We are on a contract where they come out twice a year to check it out. I have used them for the whole time we have been here about 12 years."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+11

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Avatar for BAM! Basements and Masons Of Des Moines
BAM! Basements and Masons Of Des Moines
4.1(
18
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Steven, Sam, Tyler and team were great! They took the time to review the different options that were available when we ran into an issue with our AC unit being more in the way than originally expected. They were patient and thorough through the process. Cleanup was less than expected - they were great to maintain the dust at a minimal level. Thanks guys!"
Egress window installs
Egress window installs
Egress window installs
Egress window installs
Egress window installs

+16

Response time1 day
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Anchored Walls
4.8(
5
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallFoundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Anchored Walls, Inc. is a locally-operated business dedicated to repairing or stabilizing dangerous and common basement problems in Iowa for over 40 years. Based out of Winterset, we are proud to be a leading foundation repair and basement waterproofing specialist company that puts honesty and quality first. With thousands of satisfied customers across the state, we’re always happy to share our customer list — just ask!

Vertical Cracking
Floor Settlement
Foundation Repaired
Helical Assembly
Helical Brackets

+3

Response time4 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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French Drains FAQs, answered by experts

If you're dealing with a clogged sink drain, you may be able to avoid removing the drain by using a plunger to dislodge the clog. While we associate plungers with toilets, they can do the same job with your sink drain. Be gentle, though, as forceful movements can push clogs further into your plumbing system and make them more difficult to remove. Additionally, make sure you’re using a sink plunger—with a flat bottom—and not a toilet plunger—which has a smaller bottom protruding from the larger flat piece.

A two-way cleanout can help if there’s already a clog, but the best strategy to prevent one is by not rinsing grease, oil, or fat down your drains, not flushing or rinsing coffee grounds or egg shells down your drains, flushing only human waste and toilet paper (so no diapers, period products, bathroom wipes, or paper towels), and using drain guards on all of your drains.

There are several common signs that your main sewer line may be clogged. Key indicators include multiple fixtures in your home draining slowly, gurgling sounds coming from drains or toilets, and water backing up into showers, sinks, or toilets. You might also notice water backing up from the plumbing system's drain cleanout, water in your basement drain, or unexplained wet patches on your lawn. Foul odors, such as the smell of raw sewage or rotten eggs, are another common symptom. The most reliable way to confirm a main sewer line clog is to hire a professional plumber to perform a camera inspection.

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.

Common drain issues include slow-running drains, whether in a sink or shower, clogged drains, a bad smell, and water backing up into a sink, shower, or bathtub. Causes range from hair, grease, roots, or toilet paper clogging the drainpipes to flooding outside the home, which prevents sewer lines from draining properly.

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