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Avatar for Remedy Plumbing & Drain Cleaning, LLC
Remedy Plumbing & Drain Cleaning, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Service provider was able to explain why my drain was clogged and realigned my poorly designed drain pipes to improve for the future. Showed up on time and worked on this project right away."
Response time5 hrs
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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DAY & NIGHT PLUMBER LLC
4.8(
90
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Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great service and solved the issue for a clogged sewer drain. They came the same night within 30 min. Will definitely call them again if needed."
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Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Dun Rite Drain Cleaning
4.6(
391
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Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sterling came out within the hour and figured out the issue with my sewer drain pretty quickly. He was very professional and personable. I would definitely use them again and highly recommend Sterling and Dun Rite drain cleaning."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Star Plumbing and Drain, LLC
4.5(
288
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Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Star Plumbing on a Tuesday to fix a clogged drain in my kitchen sink and bathroom shower. They gave me an appointment for later that same day. They were professional and knowledgeable. They talked me through the work and recommended solutions to keep the problem from repeating. I have experience with several big name plumbing companies over the last 20 some years and Star Plumbing gets my vote as the best I have ever worked with. And, you can't beat their prices!! In fact, I called them the very next day to fix a plumbing problem at my office."
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Response time8 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Remedy Plumbing and Drain Cleaning
4.8(
69
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Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rema came quickly and cleared 2 drains. Very professional and a fair price. It's been difficult to get in touch with him since to obtain a receipt for the job, but I'd definitely use him again."
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Suma Plumbing and Drain Cleaning, LLC
4.9(
632
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Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I'm so glad I used HomeAdvisor to find a plumber for emergency drain cleaning with great reviews!! Li came out from Suma Plumbing within 40 minutes and got to us by 9:00pm. He was able to snake the common drain line which had a bad clog and was backing up into the kitchen sink. So relieved that this was resolved the same night that we came home to this issue that could have been way worse without Suma Plumbing. I will use them again!"
Response time2 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup - Baltimore
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup - Baltimore
4.2(
662
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Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1935

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

When you need an emergency plumber in Baltimore, MD or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

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36 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

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 cost to clean a sewer line is about $370, ranging from about $190 to $550 on average. The specific cleaning method and the problem's severity will impact the project's overall cost. Some of the most common sewer line cleaning methods include:

  • Snaking or rodding: $100–$250

  • Hydrojetting: $350–$600

  • Chemical treatments: $600–$1,000

  • Repair or replacement: $1,000–$7,500

If you have a sink stopper, it can feel more challenging to clean the drain without removing it, but here are a few simple steps:

  • Pour ½ cup baking soda into the drain using a funnel

  • Pour 1 ½ cups vinegar into the drain

  • Close the sink stopper for 15–20 minutes

  • Open the drain

  • Pour 2 cups of boiling water down the drain (be cautious as boiling water can damage some types of pipes)

If the drain isn’t unclogged, repeat the process.

Applying drain cleaner is a common DIY solution to clogged drains, but it can be extremely harmful to your pipes and lead to corrosion and leaks. It is almost always better to try snaking a clog than using a drain cleaner, but the best solution is to hire a professional plumber. They can locate the clog and gauge the severity using a camera system and then decide if using a plumber’s snake, auger, or drain cleaner is the best option to remove the clog and limit damage to your plumbing system.

While technically possible, it is unlikely that a clogged toilet will fix itself. Clogs caused by water-soluble materials like toilet paper or human waste may eventually break down in the water, allowing flow to resume. However, this can take time, and any clogs from solid objects require manual removal. In most scenarios, especially if you don't have another bathroom, it is best to fix the clog yourself or call a plumber.

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