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Jeff's Drains
4.8(
359
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Serving Salem, 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
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
4.5(
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Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Seemed pretty inexperienced (although not sure that is unique these days given staffing shortages). Didn’t really understand the ask about the bathtub drain being clogged. Did correctly fix the shower issue, but when they replaced the fixture they didn’t screw it in all the way so the next few showers let a lot of water into the wall until we realized and fixed. Overall did the job and came in reasonable time but seemed to be very new to the job."
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+6

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Heritage Home Service
4.1(
1,316
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Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hertiage came out within a couple of contacting them about my electrical repair. I worked with Sean who was very professional and friendly. He diagnosed and repaired the issue quickly. I also appreciated that he cleaned up completely afterward leaving no trace they were ever here. I would definitely hire them again for any job!"
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Team breakfast
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+27

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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ER Services Plumbing and Heating
4.0(
20
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Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The young technicians who came to my home to installed the new thermostat and move it to another wall in my home were polite and conducted themselves professionally in my home and cleaned after themselves. I very appreciated Uri suggestion when he recommended to me another alternative at the initial visit and gave me a few quotes to choose from. So I'm very happy with ER service and I would rehired these two individuals back to my home. I will definitely recommend ER to other people in my life."
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Commercial Kitchen Faucet
Bathroom Finish
Boiler Installation
Shower Stall Finish

+21

Response time6 hrs
217 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by11%of homeowners
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Drain Cleaning questions, 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.

Main sewer lines can clog for several reasons. For example, if you regularly dump oil or grease down your drain, it could eventually block your line. Sometimes, tree roots can penetrate and grow inside old sewer pipes, creating a major blockage. Flushing bulky items (like paper towels, diapers, or baby wipes) can also clog your plumbing system.

It is not advisable to use drain cleaner in a washing machine. Drain cleaners contain harsh chemicals that can damage the internal components of your washer, including rubber seals, hoses, and even the drum. These chemicals can also react with any residual detergent or fabric softener, potentially leading to noxious fumes. If your washing machine is experiencing drainage issues, it's best to address the problem directly by inspecting and cleaning the lint filter, checking for clogs in the drain hose, or seeking professional repair services. Using drain cleaner in a washing machine is a risky solution that can cause more harm than good.

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.

When you put baking soda and vinegar down the drain, they chemically react and help break down clogs. It’s not going to work for every type of clog, however. For example, it’s not the best way to get rid of grease buildup. For grease, you should try boiling water and white vinegar instead.

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