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Avatar for Dave the Plumber, LLC
Dave the Plumber, LLC
4.2(
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Friendly, professional service at a reasonable cost. Dave scheduled us as quickly as he could and arrived on time. He evaluated our issue, gave us options and expertly performed the services we needed. I would definitely recommend his services."
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+11

Response time6 hrs
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Markool Heating & Cooling, LLC
4.7(
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were on time. Chris explained everything to me.They were honest, personable, and very knowledgeable. I will be calling them in the fall to do annual maintenance for sure!! I wish all contractors were this nice to work with!"
Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Trim-Tek Plumbing
4.1(
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Austin and Eli installed a new hot water heater for us. They did an outstanding job, very efficient and professional. They are a great business to work with. If you need any plumbing work done, please contact Austin you will not be disappointed. I highly recommend this business!"
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+4

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Michael & Son Services, Inc.
3.3(
235
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"My drain was cleaned and received recommendations for pipe replacement in the future. They came the next day after I called which was excellent. It took a long time. Probably using the camera first would have saved time, but hindsight is always better. Bottom line drain is open now for use."
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+11

Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Professional plumbers use many high-grade chemicals to unclog drains. Many use hydrochloric acid, known as muriatic acid, when it comes to extreme blockages. 

To unclog the drain pipe, remove the machine's drain hose from the pipe or sink drain, being careful to contain any water in it. Next, use a plunger for sink drains or a plumbing snake for a wall drain. Test the repair by pouring a small amount of water into the pipe before trying it with a laundry load.

It is generally not recommended to pour hot or boiling water down a drain to unfreeze pipes due to significant risks. In some cases, the sudden temperature change can cause more ice buildup or produce steam, which increases pressure and could cause the pipe to burst, leading to costly damage and potential burn injuries. While hot water might help with a partially frozen drainpipe, it is unlikely to thaw a completely blocked water pipe further down the system. Additionally, boiling water can damage plastic pipes over time. Safer and more effective methods include using a space heater near the frozen section or applying hot towels directly to the pipe.

Professionals use augers, hydrojetting equipment, and cameras for precise clearing and inspection.

Unlike regular cleanings, snaking your sewer line should be done as needed. There’s no reason to snake your sewer line if you don’t have any noticeable issues, like slow drainage or plugged drains. You can add it to your regular sewer cleaning checklist as a prevention method (on the same 18- to 22-month schedule), but it’s not always necessary. 

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