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Last update on February 20, 2026

Top-Rated Drain cleaners in Cortland - Updated Nov 2026

Wagner & Sons Plumbing, LLC
4.8(
241
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Cortland, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1962

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would definitely recommend Wagner & Sons Plumbing. Mike Wagner was very polite when I scheduled an appointment he got me an appointment as soon as possible. Mike showed up on time took care of my plumbing trouble, answered all of my questions and he left the project area clean."
Response time7 hrs
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Best Price Sewer and Plumbing
4.9(
138
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business

Serving Cortland, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sink in the kitchen was clogged, I had ( past tense) a home warranty service that dispatched a plumber to my location. He never showed, contacted them again and they sent out another plumber. This guy showed up and was totally useless. That plumber said he would stop back by on Wednesday, the first home visit was on Friday. On Monday he called me back and canceled our appointment and said he would call me when he could make it. I put in a request here on this site for service this was Tuesday night. Wednesday morning Best Price Sewer and Plumbing called. 2 hours from that call the clog was cleared. Nate was/ is very professional, knows what he is doing. 5 Stars all the way."
Response time5 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Copper Sky Plumbing
4.8(
55
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Cortland, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job went well. Copper Sky Plumbing was professional, kept me informed on the progress, left a clean area. Now I have a good working utility sink. Thank you for doing a great job."
Electric to Gas
Original bathtub before
Demolition has begun
Shower walls are removed, bathtub is sawed in half for removal.
Ready to begin installation of new shower.

+39

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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1st Response Plumbing & Drain, Inc.
4.4(
42
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Cortland, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great Job by Glenn getting in the new water heater and removing the old in a tight spot. Very timely, Professional , and a great value. Took the time to make sure the job was done correctly. couldn't be happier with the results. I would highly recommend Wagner Family Plumbing for all your plumbing needs!!"
Mainline Sewer Machine
Fully Stocked Trucks
Multiple Pits
Pumps
Fully Stocked Trucks

+7

Response time9 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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R.A. Mechanical, Inc.
4.7(
363
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business+1 more

Serving Cortland, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"very professional. On time and cleaned up after they were done"
Misc
Misc
Misc
Misc
Misc

+63

Response time5 hrs
372 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Regional Plumbing Heating & Air
5.0(
15
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Cortland, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very Professional and provided great plumbing service in a timely manner."
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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U.S. Allied Plumbing & HVAC
4.8(
17
)
Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business+1 more

Serving Cortland, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called because of carbon monoxide alarm in the basement and the need to replace 2 ancient water heaters. 3 hours later job completed! Surprised by how quickly they responded and completed the job. Best price of all responders by far. Clean, courteous, and non intimidating. Would highly recommend this company, and will use them for all future needs. Thanks guys."
US Foods
US Foods
US Foods
US Foods
US Foods

+17

Response time10 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning
4.3(
3,298
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Cortland, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Four Seasons arrived earlier than window time and came out to perform the yearly maintenance on my furnace. He said Four Seasons was offering a discount for cleaning the water heater. Since I've only lived here five years and had no idea when it was last cleaned, I also had him clean out water heater. He did an excellent job on both, replaced my furnace filter, and left the area cleaned. He explained everything he did, answered all my questions and said my water heater was very dirty and should now run more efficient."
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Response time9 hrs
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Perma-Seal Basement Systems
4.4(
1,538
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate - For Business

Serving Cortland, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The gentleman that came to do the electric for my sump pump in the basement was a gentleman did great cleanup great work courteous kind very informative. This was the first step prior to having the drains put in. This was the Electrician and he was excellent."
Thermal imaging
Blower door test
Old insulation removal
New blown insulation
Perma-Seal Attic Insulation

+48

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
47 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drain Cleaning FAQs, answered by experts

It is okay to use a drain auger on a toilet, just make sure you are using the correct tip size. The auger is a plumbing snake with a protective sleeve to protect the porcelain toilet bowl from getting scratched. Using too large of an auger can cause the snake to loop back and damage the inside of the drain and plumbing.

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. 

Water leaking through your basement floor is a good sign of a clogged drain, but another sign of a clogged basement floor drain can include unpleasant odors coming from the drain. Also, hearing gurgling noises when water drains from the basement or having other plumbing fixtures (like toilets or other drains) backing up is a good indicator.

As a general rule of thumb, it’s best to clean your linear drain every two to three months to prevent debris buildup. However, if you notice it draining slowly or an odor from your drainpipes, it’s best to clear the clogged drain and maintain it more often. If you let a clog go for too long, you may have to invest in the price of professional shower drain cleaning, which costs about $225.

It is generally not recommended to pour hot or boiling water down a drain to unfreeze pipes due to significant risks. In some cases, the sudden temperature change can cause more ice buildup or produce steam, which increases pressure and could cause the pipe to burst, leading to costly damage and potential burn injuries. While hot water might help with a partially frozen drainpipe, it is unlikely to thaw a completely blocked water pipe further down the system. Additionally, boiling water can damage plastic pipes over time. Safer and more effective methods include using a space heater near the frozen section or applying hot towels directly to the pipe.

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