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Avatar for Jeff's Drains
Jeff's Drains
4.8(
359
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Unbelievably great service! My regular guy was injured and couldn’t do the job so I used Home Advisor. Jeff contacted me in a flash, gave me a price and I scheduled the job with him. I asked him to let me know when they were on their way so I didn’t have to stay home from work and he texted me right on schedule. Kyle came to do the dirty job - neat, clean, patient and friendly. And the best part? He cleared the roots in my sewer line and I can return to normalcy. What a relief! Guys I hired before left a big, nasty dirty sewage mess and Kyle left me zero to clean. Literally nothing to clean. Don’t hesitate to hire these guys. They won’t disappoint!"
Response time4 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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H L Bowman
4.6(
422
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Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Suddenly, my basement drain was backing up! A friend tried to unclog it, but to know avail. He thought it might have something to do with the sewer line that ran to the street! Right away, I started seeing dollars signs. So, I went on Angie's list and saw the reviews for HL Bowman. Because they were so highly recommended, I went to their website. Immediately, there was a person named Tiera to chat with. I explained my situation and she asked me a few questions. She told me she would have some one call me. I asked if it would be today because there was sitting water in my basement and I was afraid to even flush a toilet! She said it would definitely be today! Within two minutes of concluding the chat, my phone rang. A very courteous person assured me that he could get someone out there today! It was about 8:30 am and he told me that he could have someone by this afternoon and they would call me before they arrived. Around noon, a young man named Clayton called and said he was on his way. When he arrived, he went to basement and checked out the situation. When he came up he said that he thought the clog was in the pipe along the wall going out to the sewer. He brought in a machine and spent approximately and hour and a half trying to open the clog. He then told me that he had called another person from the company to bring a larger machine. Then, Corey showed up with a huge machine and Clayton left to go to another job. Corey was down there for about another hour and half. The machine was much louder than the first one. I was really worried about the cost and the fact that it was taking so long to open. I pictured having to have my lawn torn up and imagining what that would entail, not to mention the cost. Suddenly, he appeared and I tried to prepare for the worst. He looked at me with a smile on his face and said, "it's open". I was so surprised, I am sure he saw the relief on my face. 'He explained that he had to go out 75 feet to the street, and the that the clog was because of tree roots which he grinded through. I knew this machine was probably more expensive to use than the smaller one. So I braced my self and I asked him what the total charge would be! When he told me, I was shocked as that even included the $70 service fee which included up to 45 minutes to diagnose the problem and give me an estimate. But, because Corey had to bring a bigger machine and stay longer than Clayton had estimated, I was sure it was going to be astronomical. Corey said he would figure it out! When he told me the price I could hardly believe my ears. It was half of what I had anticipated! I was thinking about $1,000- $1200! I can't begin to explain how relieved I was.. I would like to say both Clayton and Corey could not have been nicer. Very mannerly, friendly, and polite. When Corey left, everthing was cleaned up! No sewage anywhere. And another thing that I thought was extraordinary, was how unafraid they were of my two pittbulls. They petted them and Corey even told them to stay when they tried to follow him out the door. LOL! And they, listened! I have found my company should I need any future help. It's good to know that there is someone out there who is professional, knowledgeable, and who charges fair prices. It wasn't cheap, but I believe it could have been a lot higher. Family members also thought the price was good. It started out as a bad day, but I had a smile on my face when Corey left!"
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582 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Heavy Doody Plumbing & Heating
4.9(
22
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

We're dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation and repair to meet your plumbing needs. We specialize in mechanical piping and a variety of residential and commercial services. We take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

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2nd meter install
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+26

Response time4 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Ladd Plumbing
4.5(
63
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We had an emergency having to do with a crack in the main sewer pipe. It took the original plumber that one of the trustees dispatched to the property 3 days just to come up with a plan of action. Meanwhile, the entire building was not able to use any of the facilities, including toilets, showers, dishwashers and washers. When we finally received a proposal, it was for most invasive and expensive option - digging a tranche from our basement all the way to the town sewer line in the middle of the street and replacing the entire main sewer pipe. BTW, no actual diagnostics was ever performed (most contractors examine the pipe with the camera and based on actual results, recommend a solution, which could involve tranchless pipe lining or replacement in worst case scenario). To me it seemed unreasonable, so I decided to call other contractors to get a second opinion, including Ladd. To my pleasant surprise, David Ladd was one of the two contractors that shortly returned my call, although it was Saturday. Furthermore, David stopped by on Sunday to assess the situation on site. He was ready to examine the pipe with his camera on Monday and potentially get started with repairs on Tuesday. All trustees were left with very positive impression after talking to David. If we did not have another contractor, whom we contacted before, stopping by first thing Monday morning and being able to do the job right there and then, we would have most likely hired Ladd company to do the work. We will definitely consider David Ladd for any future project."
Duct intall in Garage
Water Heater Install
Sink install
Response time30 mins
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for ER Services Plumbing and Heating
ER Services Plumbing and Heating
3.8(
23
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Somerville, 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."
Gas Lines for Commercial Building
Commercial Kitchen Faucet
Bathroom Finish
Boiler Installation
Shower Stall Finish

+21

Response time6 hrs
226 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by10%of homeowners
Papalia Home Service
4.8(
5
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Sewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Papalia Home Services is a business that has been serving the Boston Metro West Area since 1990. With over 30 years of service under our belts, we've grown into the most dedicated plumbing & heating service in the Bay State, many thanks to our fully-trained technicians. No matter if it's installation, repair, replacement, you name it—our staff is trained how to handle the latest technology and will always show up to your home with a fully stocked truck ready to go!\n

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J/M Services
5.0(
1
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Our focus is quality on every job, every time. With 3 years in business and a small, dedicated team of two, we give your home the careful attention it deserves.\n\nWe specialize in a full range of plumbing services, including emergency plumbing, water heater repair and installation, toilet and faucet work, garbage disposals, sump pumps, shower and tub service, gas lines, and water treatment systems.\n\nYou’ll get honest recommendations, clear communication, and work done right the first time—so you can feel confident about your home’s plumbing.\n\nContact us today to schedule your service or ask a question about your plumbing issue.

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Flemming Services
5.0(
1
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Sewer Main - ClearSewer Main - Clear - For Business

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
TDM Plumbing, Corp.
New to Angi
Sewer Main - Clear

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Outdoor plumbing issues are no less serious or urgent to fix than interior plumbing problems. These problems may require excavation and lawn repair due to the plumbing often being buried underground. The most common outside plumbing problems include:

  • Clogged landscape drainage: $200–$1,000

  • Clogged sewer lines: $60–$250 per linear foot

  • Corroded or rusted pipes: $1,500–$15,000+

  • Leaking drain lines: $200–$1,000

  • Leaking water mains: $300–$4,000+

  • Septic system failure: $600–$3,000+

  • Tree roots in pipes: $200–$1,000

  • Well pump failure: $350–$1,500

Yes, many services include camera inspections to identify the cause of the blockage. Confirm with your provider.

Snaking a drain can take as little as a few minutes for small, simple clogs, up to two hours or more for tough clogs located further down the drain line. For tougher clogs, a professional drain cleaner can likely get the job done much more quickly because they have the necessary tools and expertise. However, your drain cleaning pro might not be able to give you a firm time estimate until inspecting the clog and its surrounding plumbing.

It is generally safe to stay in a house that smells like sewage for a short time, but you should get the problem fixed as soon as possible. While the level of sewer gas is usually low enough to only cause minor symptoms, prolonged inhalation can lead to headaches, nausea, or respiratory irritation. High levels of gas exposure can be more dangerous, and high concentrations of methane—a component of sewer gas—can pose an explosion risk in enclosed spaces. If you smell sewer gas in your home, ventilate the area and call a professional to locate, assess, and fix the problem, as it will not go away on its own.

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

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