"Timely arrival and good communication. Excellent job on a complicated original installation. Very helpful with an incorrect faucet purchase, picked up the correct hardware and completed the job in one afternoon and kept within the quoted cost. Would definitely recommend."
"My pipe broke on a Sunday I found Jeff Bernard on Monday they came right out and fixed the leaks super fast very friendly and professional and reasonably priced I can’t express enough how great full I am to have my leak fixed so fast"
"Great job! Drain pipe too old (66 yr) and clogged to be cleared. Replaced old iron with new line. Completed in a day! Would recommend and would call back if needed again. Dee M"
"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!"
"Fantastic experience. Kitchen sink no longer drained. We thought they solved it but it backed up again that evening. They returned the next day free of charge and got it working. Highly recommend. Friendly, respectful, covid conscious/safe."
"First of all I requested quotes from 3 different plumbers to replace a water heater and install a pressure reducing valve. Todd was very professional, honest and very reasonable priced. He did an excellent job and went above and beyond my expectations. He will be my go to from now on. I HIGHLY recommend him to anybody looking for quality work at a great price."
"We hired Loudon Mechanical to install Daikin mini-splits in our home. The quote was reasonable. Each person in their crew was courteous, prompt, and efficient. They completed our job in two days and left the job site clean. W are extremely pleased with Loudon Mechanical and would highly recommend this company."
"We had Boston Basement put in our French Drains ans sump pumps many years ago. BusyDog has maintained them once a year since the installation. We have been satisfied with the service and the technicians at every inspection."
With over 75 years of experience, GEM provides reliable plumbing services for homeowners in Raynham, MA and nearby areas like Taunton, Bridgewater, and Easton. Our licensed plumbers handle everything from leak repairs and drain cleaning to water heaters, fixture installations, and fast emergency plumbing response.\n\nWhether you're dealing with a burst pipe or clogged drain, we respond quickly with dependable solutions to keep your home running smoothly—day or night.
Drain Pipe Installation questions, answered by experts
The P-trap (or S-trap in older homes) under your shower is designed to prevent sewer gas from coming back up, so you shouldn’t normally experience foul odors coming from your shower drain. If you do, the vent stack that introduces air into your plumbing system may be clogged, or you may have a more severe sewer main blockage. In either case, hire a plumber to fix the issue for you.
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.
The first rule of plumbing is nothing but water, toilet paper, number one, and number two go down the drain.
To prevent clogs, get yourself:
A compast pail where you can clean plates, drain grease, and toss scraps and paper towels.
Drain screens for the shower, tub, and bathroom sink to stop hair, jewelry, toys, etc. from going down the drain.
Trash cans for everything that shouldn’t go down the drain, like dental floss, hygiene products, and cat litter.
It’ll take 20 to 30 minutes to unclog a sewer line using a drain snake or drain cleaner. If you hire a professional, you should expect them to be on-site for three hours or less. In addition to clearing the clog, they’ll do other routine inspections, which adds to the overall time (and cost) required.
You can often unclog a garbage disposal in less than 10 minutes, though sometimes you might need longer if you’re unsure what’s causing the clog. For minor clogs, consider plunging the drain, flushing the drain with baking soda and vinegar, or using an Allen wrench to free the clog. If the clog is more severe, contact a local plumber.
The Sturbridge, MA homeowners’ guide to drain pipe installations
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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