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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
5 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

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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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+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

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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

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.

You should not attempt to snake your sewer yourself. Accessing and snaking your sewer requires heavy-duty equipment, and while renting is possible, misusing it can damage your sewer main and leave you with very expensive repair costs, not to mention potential environmental issues and severe water damage. Accessing your sewer also exposes you to hazardous sewer gasses, and failing to seal the sewer properly after work can be very dangerous. It’s always best to hire a professional sewer cleaner near you to handle this type of work.

While some chemical drain cleaners with hydrochloric acid can dissolve hair, this method is not recommended as it can also destroy your plumbing pipes. A common DIY alternative is using baking soda and vinegar, which can help break down the clog but will not actually dissolve the hair. The best and safest method for clearing a hair clog is to remove it manually. You can use a drain snake, a straightened wire hanger with pliers to fish out the clog, or have a plumber use a professional auger for more severe blockages.

It can take anywhere from half an hour to a few hours to fix a main line clog, depending on the cause and severity of it. The job should not take more than a day to complete. Keep in mind that the main line is not the same as your home’s sewer lines (which connect to the main line and run to your house). Your city is responsible for any clogs or damage to the main line itself.

If you've discovered a rather frightening buildup of brown and black gunk below your shower cover, you're not alone. The smelly sludge is often a collection of mildew and biofilm. Biofilm comes from the breakdown of soap scum, hair, skin cells, and bacteria that collects during shower time. It's quite common in a humid space and relatively easy to clean with a gentle DIY cleaning solution such as baking soda and vinegar.

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