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Cyr's Home Services

4.77(
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Cyr's Home Services

4.77(
64
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
20 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of Handyman Services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Cyr Home Services did a fantastic job. They were very knowledgeable, and completed the job as promised. They also were reasonably priced. Would recommend them.. definitely!"

Violet W on October 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of Handyman Services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Cyr Home Services did a fantastic job. They were very knowledgeable, and completed the job as promised. They also were reasonably priced. Would recommend them.. definitely!"

Violet W on October 2025


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Zoom Drain New England

4.75(
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Zoom Drain New England

4.75(
40
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

ZOOM DRAIN provides sewer and drain cleaning and repairs throughout Southern and Central Maine. Our team of professionals focus on providing you with safe & proven solutions, fast turnaround times and a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. We are available 24/7/365 so call ZOOM DRAIN today to schedule an appointment! We offer Residential and Commercial: Drain Cleaning; Drain Installation; Ejector Pump Installation & Replacement; Grease Trap Pumping; Pump Pit Repair; Sewer Line Installation & Replacement; Sump Pump Installation; Sewer Services; Sump Pump Repair; Garbage Disposal Repair; Ejector Pump Repair; Pump Pit Installation & Replacement; Sewer Line Hydro-jetting; Sewer Line Repair; Toilet Repair; Sewer & Drain Inspections

"Technician arrived over 1 hour after the time given by office. Did not know the job specs that were given when appointment was set up. Had to return to shop as tech did not come prepared. When settling bill tech said $350. We explained that we should not have to pay road time for shop run. He called office and came back and said the cost was $350, taking the shop run off the cost. We stated that was the same cost. Tech said it was $75 for the shop run making the bill $425, so minus the $75 the bill was now $350. The cleaning of one pipe with no blockage should not be $425. Tech wore mask 2 out of the 3 times we conversed but the mask was not CDC approved, which means the customer isn’t protected. I think EcoClean needs to improve its communication with clients and needs to improve field tech and office communications."

Ray L on September 2020

ZOOM DRAIN provides sewer and drain cleaning and repairs throughout Southern and Central Maine. Our team of professionals focus on providing you with safe & proven solutions, fast turnaround times and a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. We are available 24/7/365 so call ZOOM DRAIN today to schedule an appointment! We offer Residential and Commercial: Drain Cleaning; Drain Installation; Ejector Pump Installation & Replacement; Grease Trap Pumping; Pump Pit Repair; Sewer Line Installation & Replacement; Sump Pump Installation; Sewer Services; Sump Pump Repair; Garbage Disposal Repair; Ejector Pump Repair; Pump Pit Installation & Replacement; Sewer Line Hydro-jetting; Sewer Line Repair; Toilet Repair; Sewer & Drain Inspections

"Technician arrived over 1 hour after the time given by office. Did not know the job specs that were given when appointment was set up. Had to return to shop as tech did not come prepared. When settling bill tech said $350. We explained that we should not have to pay road time for shop run. He called office and came back and said the cost was $350, taking the shop run off the cost. We stated that was the same cost. Tech said it was $75 for the shop run making the bill $425, so minus the $75 the bill was now $350. The cleaning of one pipe with no blockage should not be $425. Tech wore mask 2 out of the 3 times we conversed but the mask was not CDC approved, which means the customer isn’t protected. I think EcoClean needs to improve its communication with clients and needs to improve field tech and office communications."

Ray L on September 2020


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Heritage Home Service

4.54(
984
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Heritage Home Service

4.54(
984
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
37 years of experience

Heritage Home Service is a premier home service provider operating in New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Southern Maine. Bringing all the perks that come with having a large team while maintaining a strong focus on family-oriented service. Our namesake is about honoring those who came before us, and most importantly, it is about leaving a legacy of serving people extraordinarily well. For over 37 years in business, we have helped countless families across our community stay comfortable and healthy in their homes, and today we continue to evolve and find new ways to serve you even better.

"Initially problem was only partially fixed. Came back and fixed the problem completely at their cost."

Cindy J on December 2025

Heritage Home Service is a premier home service provider operating in New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Southern Maine. Bringing all the perks that come with having a large team while maintaining a strong focus on family-oriented service. Our namesake is about honoring those who came before us, and most importantly, it is about leaving a legacy of serving people extraordinarily well. For over 37 years in business, we have helped countless families across our community stay comfortable and healthy in their homes, and today we continue to evolve and find new ways to serve you even better.

"Initially problem was only partially fixed. Came back and fixed the problem completely at their cost."

Cindy J on December 2025


Ramsey Excavation, Sewer and Drain

4.76(
29
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Ramsey Excavation, Sewer and Drain

4.76(
29
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
21 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Ramsey Excavation Sewer and Drain is a professional sewer service. With over 16 years prior experience we are ready to handle any project big or small. We offer 24 hour emergency services. Give us a call today to! We look forward to working with you!

"Tom was so responsive. He came over right away, started work ahead of schedule, got the job done without trying to nicke and dime the budget. got the main horrible Orange Burg pipe removed and replaced in one day. Tom and his staff and his equipment came in like a super hero. No fuss. "

Jerri S on December 2025

Ramsey Excavation Sewer and Drain is a professional sewer service. With over 16 years prior experience we are ready to handle any project big or small. We offer 24 hour emergency services. Give us a call today to! We look forward to working with you!

"Tom was so responsive. He came over right away, started work ahead of schedule, got the job done without trying to nicke and dime the budget. got the main horrible Orange Burg pipe removed and replaced in one day. Tom and his staff and his equipment came in like a super hero. No fuss. "

Jerri S on December 2025


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Zoom Drain New England

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro

Zoom Drain New England

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
19 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

ZOOM DRAIN provides sewer and drain cleaning and repairs throughout Southern and Central Maine. Our team of professionals focus on providing you with safe & proven solutions, fast turnaround times and a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. We are available 24/7/365 so call ZOOM DRAIN today to schedule an appointment! We offer Residential and Commercial: Drain Cleaning; Drain Installation; Ejector Pump Installation & Replacement; Grease Trap Pumping; Pump Pit Repair; Sewer Line Installation & Replacement; Sump Pump Installation; Sewer Services; Sump Pump Repair; Garbage Disposal Repair; Ejector Pump Repair; Pump Pit Installation & Replacement; Sewer Line Hydro-jetting; Sewer Line Repair; Toilet Repair; Sewer & Drain Inspections

"Marcus came over the day after I requested the quotes (quotes requested Sunday, he came Monday.) He assessed the situation and explained options and pricing. He very willingly attempted the lower cost option first, even though we had doubts it would work. He told if it did not work and we had to go to the higher cost option, I would only be charged for that, not both. We did have to go to that option and he was able to clear the clog from my sewer line. He then inspected with a camera and showed me that there were several roots intruding on the line. He recommended repeating the process with a nozzle designed to remove these. He did not have that on his truck, so another visit was scheduled for today with a different tech. This was also successful and it was clear from the camera inspection at the end that the roots were gone. I was expected a horrible mess from this process, and was very happy that both operations were completed with minimal additional sludge in my basement."

Peter R on January 2025

ZOOM DRAIN provides sewer and drain cleaning and repairs throughout Southern and Central Maine. Our team of professionals focus on providing you with safe & proven solutions, fast turnaround times and a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. We are available 24/7/365 so call ZOOM DRAIN today to schedule an appointment! We offer Residential and Commercial: Drain Cleaning; Drain Installation; Ejector Pump Installation & Replacement; Grease Trap Pumping; Pump Pit Repair; Sewer Line Installation & Replacement; Sump Pump Installation; Sewer Services; Sump Pump Repair; Garbage Disposal Repair; Ejector Pump Repair; Pump Pit Installation & Replacement; Sewer Line Hydro-jetting; Sewer Line Repair; Toilet Repair; Sewer & Drain Inspections

"Marcus came over the day after I requested the quotes (quotes requested Sunday, he came Monday.) He assessed the situation and explained options and pricing. He very willingly attempted the lower cost option first, even though we had doubts it would work. He told if it did not work and we had to go to the higher cost option, I would only be charged for that, not both. We did have to go to that option and he was able to clear the clog from my sewer line. He then inspected with a camera and showed me that there were several roots intruding on the line. He recommended repeating the process with a nozzle designed to remove these. He did not have that on his truck, so another visit was scheduled for today with a different tech. This was also successful and it was clear from the camera inspection at the end that the roots were gone. I was expected a horrible mess from this process, and was very happy that both operations were completed with minimal additional sludge in my basement."

Peter R on January 2025


"I called Mike late on a Friday and he got back to me first thing Monday morning and was at the house by 8:15 that morning. We had discussed the issue on the phone and he came equipped with everything needed to complete the job. He was knowledgable, professional and personable. He got the job done quickly and answered all my questions as he went along. i was not expecting to be able to get this done so quickly during the holidays. Mike was terrific!"

Karen M on December 2018

OWNER OPERATED.

"I called Mike late on a Friday and he got back to me first thing Monday morning and was at the house by 8:15 that morning. We had discussed the issue on the phone and he came equipped with everything needed to complete the job. He was knowledgable, professional and personable. He got the job done quickly and answered all my questions as he went along. i was not expecting to be able to get this done so quickly during the holidays. Mike was terrific!"

Karen M on December 2018


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Pine State Services

4.66(
163
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Pine State Services

4.66(
163
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

Why wait? Call Pine State Services! We are a locally owned company. We are leaders in green technology and energy for Southern Maine. Call us to find out how you can go green and save money and the environment. We are proud of our superior customer service, quality of work and technical training we provide our technicians. We welcome you to schedule a tour of our showroom to examine live working heating and cooling systems so you can be better educated before making a purchase decision. Order service 24/7 from our website or by calling 207-Why-Wait. (949-9248) Thanks for checking us out on Angie's List. Additional customer testimonials are online at www.pinestateservices.com.

"We needed service at our rental property. PSS charged us $400 to change a shower head, after not even checking to see if it was broken. We asked them to clear a drain and they said they do not clear drains. $400 for 1/2 hour work and a $50 shower head. Refused to break down costs on the invoice. Charged my card even though I disputed the charge. Overpriced, terrible service. Do not use."

Patrick R on July 2025

Why wait? Call Pine State Services! We are a locally owned company. We are leaders in green technology and energy for Southern Maine. Call us to find out how you can go green and save money and the environment. We are proud of our superior customer service, quality of work and technical training we provide our technicians. We welcome you to schedule a tour of our showroom to examine live working heating and cooling systems so you can be better educated before making a purchase decision. Order service 24/7 from our website or by calling 207-Why-Wait. (949-9248) Thanks for checking us out on Angie's List. Additional customer testimonials are online at www.pinestateservices.com.

"We needed service at our rental property. PSS charged us $400 to change a shower head, after not even checking to see if it was broken. We asked them to clear a drain and they said they do not clear drains. $400 for 1/2 hour work and a $50 shower head. Refused to break down costs on the invoice. Charged my card even though I disputed the charge. Overpriced, terrible service. Do not use."

Patrick R on July 2025


"Our furnace wasn’t working. It’s only 5 years old. We called them and they came out 3 times…..never fixed our furnace. They charged us $3,100 of which we paid $1700. We refused to pay them at the 3rd visit because they claimed that it was the thermostat which wasn’t working. Why does it take 3 visits of 3-5 hours per visit to work on a thermostat? When I spoke with Dana, the manager, the next day he stated that Lucas, the tech, had to call tech support to get help with putting in a new thermostat. They took down our thermostat which had been working for 5 years with no issues. They put in a new thermostat, but they didn’t know how to get it to work. Dana was very angry when I told him we would not pay for the 3rd visit. He started yelling at me. I couldn’t believe it. I told him not to come back. Bad, bad customer service and they are a bunch of idiots. DO NOT HIRE THEM!"

Darcy H on February 2025

Family owned & operated. Addtional email - [email protected].

"Our furnace wasn’t working. It’s only 5 years old. We called them and they came out 3 times…..never fixed our furnace. They charged us $3,100 of which we paid $1700. We refused to pay them at the 3rd visit because they claimed that it was the thermostat which wasn’t working. Why does it take 3 visits of 3-5 hours per visit to work on a thermostat? When I spoke with Dana, the manager, the next day he stated that Lucas, the tech, had to call tech support to get help with putting in a new thermostat. They took down our thermostat which had been working for 5 years with no issues. They put in a new thermostat, but they didn’t know how to get it to work. Dana was very angry when I told him we would not pay for the 3rd visit. He started yelling at me. I couldn’t believe it. I told him not to come back. Bad, bad customer service and they are a bunch of idiots. DO NOT HIRE THEM!"

Darcy H on February 2025


"The “plumber” looked at my faucet and said he was “afraid” to work on it because it was “fancy”. I was charged $145.00 for this travesty. He also tried to sell me a service contract during this same visit. My faucet is not the cheapest on the market but is not especially unusual or frightening and is a common brand. It was installed by a licensed plumber, since retired, who showed no fear of the unit. The original firm of Caron and Waltz no longer exists and has been taken over by an outfit called Pine Tree Services. This experience seems like an outright scam to me."

Gretchen S on May 2018

Locally owned & operated. In business since 1958.

"The “plumber” looked at my faucet and said he was “afraid” to work on it because it was “fancy”. I was charged $145.00 for this travesty. He also tried to sell me a service contract during this same visit. My faucet is not the cheapest on the market but is not especially unusual or frightening and is a common brand. It was installed by a licensed plumber, since retired, who showed no fear of the unit. The original firm of Caron and Waltz no longer exists and has been taken over by an outfit called Pine Tree Services. This experience seems like an outright scam to me."

Gretchen S on May 2018


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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

It is safe to flush small amounts of bleach down the toilet. Don’t flush more than ¼ cup of bleach. Instead, consider diluting it and pouring it down the sink drain.

It is generally safe to stay in a house with sewer gas for a short time, even though short-term exposure is unpleasant. However, prolonged inhalation can cause headaches, nausea, or respiratory irritation. High levels of methane—which is in sewer gas—can pose an explosion risk in enclosed spaces. Ventilate the area and call a pro if you smell sewer gas or experience related health symptoms.

Yes, sewage smells can originate from a floor drain. If the P-Trap in the floor drain dries out or if there's a clog or other issue in the plumbing system, sewer gasses can escape through the drain, causing nasty odors. Regularly pouring water into the drain helps maintain the water seal and prevent those smells, but if the smell persists, you should have a plumbing professional inspect the drain for potential problems.

The best practice is to clean the sewer drain lines in your home once a year or every two years. Older homes could require more frequent maintenance. Keeping up on cleaning your sewer lines can prevent severe clogs, help ensure your system is working properly, and prevent expensive repairs.

If the toilet is overflowing but there’s no clog, that’s a sign that the issue is deeper in the system, and plunging may not help. A blockage in your home’s plumbing, the plumbing vent, or even city sewer lines can cause toilets to overflow. The issue could also be the toilet itself if the filler float isn’t set to the correct height or if parts are damaged or worn out.

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