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Haines Drains Plumbing and Drain Cleaning Specialist LLC

4.54(
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Haines Drains Plumbing and Drain Cleaning Specialist LLC

4.54(
267
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

Welcome to Haines Drains! Our family has been serving the Wayne, Oakland and Macomb Counties for over 50 years. We pride ourselves on quality work as well as customer service. We always put the customers concerns first and get the job done right the first time. Call today for your free estimate!

"Responsive, quick, friendly and professional."

Nate E on June 2025

Welcome to Haines Drains! Our family has been serving the Wayne, Oakland and Macomb Counties for over 50 years. We pride ourselves on quality work as well as customer service. We always put the customers concerns first and get the job done right the first time. Call today for your free estimate!

"Responsive, quick, friendly and professional."

Nate E on June 2025

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DEPENDABLE SEWER SERVICE

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DEPENDABLE SEWER SERVICE

4.82(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family Owned and Operated Since 1977 ADDITIONAL PHONE#: (989) 631-9111 & (989) 846-6286 We are here to serve you 24/7!

"Old sump had fried without our knowledge and basement acquired water. Had NO clue on how to replace/reinstall the replacement pump we purchased or hook it up, so we called Dependable. Set up appt for that day, they called back within 2 hours to confirm that their tech Jeremy was on his way. Professional, prompt response, courteous, and took the time to explain the sump system and preventative measures we should take in the future. DEFINITELY RECOMMEND and will use them again with no hesitation."

Terri V on October 2018

Family Owned and Operated Since 1977 ADDITIONAL PHONE#: (989) 631-9111 & (989) 846-6286 We are here to serve you 24/7!

"Old sump had fried without our knowledge and basement acquired water. Had NO clue on how to replace/reinstall the replacement pump we purchased or hook it up, so we called Dependable. Set up appt for that day, they called back within 2 hours to confirm that their tech Jeremy was on his way. Professional, prompt response, courteous, and took the time to explain the sump system and preventative measures we should take in the future. DEFINITELY RECOMMEND and will use them again with no hesitation."

Terri V on October 2018

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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services

4.63(
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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services

4.63(
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Customers say: True professional
91 years of experience

$20.00 Off Plumbing Septic, Sewer, Drain Cleaning. Restrictions Apply - Not to be combined with any other offer.

"Terrible. I paid 3 times to have them out here. Was told I need a permit.. another $200... but they couldn't even fix it . Told by another business did not need drain field repaired... the drain field was dry. Waste of almost $1000 total. NEVER EVER AGAIN."

Mary B on September 2020

$20.00 Off Plumbing Septic, Sewer, Drain Cleaning. Restrictions Apply - Not to be combined with any other offer.

"Terrible. I paid 3 times to have them out here. Was told I need a permit.. another $200... but they couldn't even fix it . Told by another business did not need drain field repaired... the drain field was dry. Waste of almost $1000 total. NEVER EVER AGAIN."

Mary B on September 2020

Zuvers heating, cooling & Plumbing

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Zuvers heating, cooling & Plumbing

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
"The whole process of quoting, sales presentation, finance arrangement, installation was simple, timely, professional, complete and painless. The price was very competitive, the installation was smooth and prompt, and the end product is thing of beauty. This review is from a homeowner who has had a couple of terrible furnace experiences in the past decade."

John Mark G on January 2021

"The whole process of quoting, sales presentation, finance arrangement, installation was simple, timely, professional, complete and painless. The price was very competitive, the installation was smooth and prompt, and the end product is thing of beauty. This review is from a homeowner who has had a couple of terrible furnace experiences in the past decade."

John Mark G on January 2021

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DANIELS SEPTIC SERVICE INC

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DANIELS SEPTIC SERVICE INC

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61 years of experience

Daniels Septic Service Inc. has been providing professional service to the Sterling, Arenac County and Ogemaw County areas for more than 40 years. Let us use our experience and expertise to help you with all your septic system service needs. We are owned and operated by Raymond L. Daniels, so only the highest quality work will be tolerated. Being a family owned operation, our reputation is everything to us. We love what we do, and we plan to continue our legacy another 40 years and beyond!

Daniels Septic Service Inc. has been providing professional service to the Sterling, Arenac County and Ogemaw County areas for more than 40 years. Let us use our experience and expertise to help you with all your septic system service needs. We are owned and operated by Raymond L. Daniels, so only the highest quality work will be tolerated. Being a family owned operation, our reputation is everything to us. We love what we do, and we plan to continue our legacy another 40 years and beyond!

All Things Septic

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All Things Septic

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All things Septic is a family owned and operated business, we pride ourselves in customer service and quality. We realize that without the customer we would not be in business, so we ensure to take extra care to explain and to help everybody with their septic needs.

All things Septic is a family owned and operated business, we pride ourselves in customer service and quality. We realize that without the customer we would not be in business, so we ensure to take extra care to explain and to help everybody with their septic needs.

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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

If you’re wondering whether rats can come up the toilet, the unfortunate answer is yes, it’s possible, though it’s extremely rare. These rodents are excellent swimmers and can travel through sewer pipes in search of food, and they may follow plumbing lines leading to your home if they’re drawn by the scent of scraps and waste. The toilet’s U-bend holds a small pocket of air, which can help a rat catch its breath before making its final push into your bathroom. While more common in cities with larger rat populations, this can happen anywhere with connected sewer systems; sealing entry points and keeping drains clean can help reduce the risk.

If you don’t have a sewer cleanout, clearing out clogs can be extremely difficult. You would need to try to clear the clog from sink drains, but it can be harder to reach the clog all the way in the drain line. A sewer cleanout makes it much faster and easier for pros to clear clogs from your main sewer line.

The cost to repair a main sewer line clog is about $3,110 on average. The average cost range is  $1,310 to $4,950, but it can go as low as $215 and as high as $9,300 or more. The cost factors for this repair include the severity of the clog, pipe accessibility, video inspection, removal method, permits, pipe material, labor rates in your area, and time of year. Repairs made from outside during the winter can be more difficult due to the frozen ground or during the spring if the ground is saturated from a lot of rain and snow melt.

Toilet paper is the only material that you should flush down toilets. Other items like wipes, paper towels, feminine hygiene products, dental floss, and medications should be disposed of in the trash. Flushing these items can lead to plumbing issues and damage to sewage systems. Grease and cooking oils should also be avoided as they can solidify in pipes, causing blockages. Proper disposal helps prevent clogs and ensures the efficient operation of wastewater treatment systems while protecting the environment.

Professional tools include drain snakes, hydro jets, cameras for line inspection, and enzymatic or chemical cleaners for dissolution.

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