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Jeff's Drains
4.8(
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Service was extremely fast and efficient found the problem immediately and fixed it within an hour. Will recommend to anyone in need of clogs in drains. Extremely profesional and friendly"
Response time4 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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S&S Piping and Heat LLC
5.0(
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was good, highly recommended. They showed up on time, and they were neat and clean."
Metro Construction Design
Metro Construction Design
Metro Construction Design
Metro Construction Design
Metro Construction Design

+53

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Heavy Doody Plumbing & Heating
4.9(
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Heavy Doody did a wonderful job installing our new shower valve and were very knowledgable about the most cost effective solution. We highly recommend them!"
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2nd meter install
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+26

Response time4 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Gotme Under Pressure ?, LLC
4.3(
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Exchanged messages with Mike to describe work needed, replace an outdoor faucet and shutoff value (previous faucet was leaking). He gave an estimate, reviewed work to be done. Replaced outdoor spigot with a frost-proof spigot, put on new value. Quick test and validation. Professional, efficient and happy with work done! Thank you Mike !"
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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J. Griffin Heating & Plumbing, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great service! I was in a fix. My old kitchen faucet was not working. Not only did I get a quick response, the faucet replacement was done on the same day. Jeremy’s work was on time, fast, clean and efficient. I was thrilled to get such great service for such a small job. I will use J Griffin for all my plumbing needs in the future."
Navien 95% combi boiler install
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Navien boiler
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+15

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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BK Sewer & Drain Services
5.0(
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bright knows exactly what he's doing and how to fix a major plumbing issue. Very professional, prompt, has very clear communication, is hard working, very hard working, and personable. He has the proper equipment do diagnose and fix the problem in a timely manner. His knowledge of plumbing is also exemplary. It was a pleasure doing business with him and will hire him for future jobs. Thank you Bright!"
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TPK LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"TPK LLC did an amazing job unclogging my kitchen drain. They were professional, quick, and got everything flowing perfectly again. Great communication, fair pricing, and excellent service. Highly recommend!"
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Bathroom toilet and sink
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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

In most areas, drain cleaning professionals don’t technically need a license, as they aren’t altering your plumbing system in any way. However, we recommend hiring a drain cleaning professional with a plumbing license and certification. Certified plumbers are more likely to provide professional solutions to drain clogs without damaging your system. They’ll also have the diagnostic tools and experience necessary to remove the clog entirely rather than providing a temporary solution, as a handyperson might. Use Angi’s state licensing tool to check your plumber’s professional licenses before hiring.

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.

Yes, hiring a drain cleaner is worth it, especially when compared to the cost of not being able to use a sink, shower, toilet, or bathtub and the potential damage that flooding can cause in your home. You might try a temporary drain cleaning liquid or snaking it yourself, but if the clog is out of reach or these methods do not work, then hiring a professional drain cleaner is the way to go.

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.

Most commercial liquid drain cleaners work in 15 to 30 minutes. Consult the label on the bottle for additional instructions or time suggestions to prevent damage to your drainpipes. Alternative solutions such as baking soda, salt, white vinegar, and/or boiling water can take longer since they are less harsh than liquid drain cleaners.

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