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Last update on November 02, 2025

Reviewed in June 2024
I bought my home and right away the cast iron tub started delaminating and mold started showing up. An electrical junction box was on the side and they had used flex tubing for connecting the tub to the waste water drain. Who does that? Mad City came in, removed the old tub and tile walls....
Mad City Windows & Baths
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Reviewed in June 2019
Condescending and rude. Didn't know why the floor drain was backing up in my basement; but had all kinds of "possibilities", none of which he could help me with ("the neighbors sewage is backing up into my basement", "the manholes on the street are plugged up", blah, blah, blah). I'd be...
McNallan Plumbing and Heating
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Reviewed in February 2015
First visit (1/27/15): I had contacted Tonna to check the flame sensor on my furnace. the burner was cycling often. During the first visit the technician confirmed my suspicion that the flame sensor was bad. He also found that the drain for the exhaust fan was plugged and the burners were...
Tonna Mechanical
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Reviewed in July 2014
Went very well. Representative showed on time and quickly went to work. Had my secondary home drain clear in less than an hour. Cleaned up his work area. Very impressed with their workmanship.
Rochester Drain Rite Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2014
This vendor was brought into the project at the last minute due to another vendor not meeting the schedule. The original request was simply to move a shower drain over approximately 3' in order to install a new larger shower stall in a previously existing lower level bathroom. The project...
All Ways Drains Ltd
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Reviewed in January 2013
I called Jetter Clean to ask about clearing a clogged basement shower drain. It was only draining at a trickle. I felt confident with his info over the phone. Lee came out later the same morning. He cleared out the hair and sludge in the drain. It's working good now. He was very...
Jetter Clean Inc
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Reviewed in August 2012
The first call I made was to have piping and the sump basket cover replaced for the sump basket and pump in my basement. This job was done well. While the plumber was over I asked him a few questions about other things including the basement water trap and water softener. I was worried the water...
1ST CLASS PLUMBING AND HEATING
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Reviewed in October 2011
I had Diversifed Drainage come out to my house and look at a drainage issue I was having under my deck. I was looking at getting french drains installed. They were punctual on the first visit to take a look and give recommendations. They made recommendations for french drains and to dig...
Diversified Drainage
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Reviewed in October 2006
Lance arrived within 15-minutes of the call from the dispatcher. I had called to schedule a drain cleaning job about 45-minutes earlier. He did a super job.
Broad Ripple Service Experts
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Reviewed in July 2006
When I called initially he called back within an hour to schedule a time, and was able to meet me after my working hours so I didn't have to miss work for the appointment. Joe was exactly on time, friendly, and very professional. The previous homeowners had broken the sewer cap and ''replaced''...
Drain Busters
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All-Star Basements, LLC

6011 Countryview Court

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All-Star Basements, LLC

6011 Countryview Court

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Recommended by 95% of Angi customers

31 local quotes requested

All-Star Basements is based out of Rochester, Minnesota and covers Southern Minnesota including the Twin Cities area, Western Wisconsin and parts of Northeast Iowa. Our team is committed to solving our customers' Waterproofing, Foundation Repair, or Crawl Space needs and offering multiple solutions to choose from.

"I’m very pleased with the job All Star did raising our driveway to meet our garage floor! Kenny, Greg, and Devon were friendly and helpful."

Dave C on June 2023

"I’m very pleased with the job All Star did raising our driveway to meet our garage floor! Kenny, Greg, and Devon were friendly and helpful."

Dave C on June 2023

Liebenow Waterproofing

Liebenow Waterproofing

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

34 local quotes requested

We at Liebenow Waterproofing focus on quality projects over quantity. We use our years of experience and expertise to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.

"Great job"

David R on April 2023

"Great job"

David R on April 2023

Handymaam Home Repair

5069 Connemara Drive Northeast

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Handymaam Home Repair

5069 Connemara Drive Northeast

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Handymaam Services is a female owned and operated handy person company specializing in home repair, installation, painting, assembly, drywall repair, and general Ms. Fix-it items. Get in touch about your projects. We offer fair pricing, reliability and friendly service.

STM Handyman Services

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STM Handyman Services

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Handyman with 10+years experience providing home maintenance and repairs. Customer focused hoping to solve your problems in a quick and affordable way.

Delta Van Lines Inc

2221 Forsyth Rd

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Delta Van Lines Inc

2221 Forsyth Rd

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Customers say: Super punctual

26 years of experience

Delta Van Lines one of the most trusted Nationwide movers provides the first-class treatment that your belongings deserve. Our moving company offers a variety of moving services that can be customized based on your specific requirements. Are you looking for a local or state-to-state moving solution? Choose Delta Van Lines to ensure your moving experience is absolutely smooth and free from any kind of stress or confusion. If you are looking for someone to facilitate a residential or corporate relocation or a local or long distance move, Delta Van Lines is the name you can count on for impeccable quality of moving services Here at Delta Van Lines, customer satisfaction is our number one priority. We look forward to assisting you with all your moving needs! Call us today for a free quote at 800-544-1380

"very smoothly"

Sukran A on August 2018

"very smoothly"

Sukran A on August 2018

Joe's Handyman and tree services

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Joe's Handyman and tree services

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14 years of experience

Jack of all trades handyman services. I offer lower prices because I have low overhead costs. I don't get paid until your happy. I am a skilled tradesman for the Army Corp of engineers full time but I have a very flexible schedule which allows me to devote 3 days a week or more on my side business. I use other skilled craftsman and laborers when needed depending on the job. I work with clients budgets and both parties always leave happy.

Ed's Repairs & Remodeling

1659 Valley View Dr.

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Ed's Repairs & Remodeling

1659 Valley View Dr.

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35 years of experience

I am a home repair & services specialist. My usual answer to your repair problem will be, "I can fix that" or "I can do that" or "I can build that." I usually work alone, but have manpower available if we need it.

We are a plumbing, heating and cooling contracting company, specializing in infloor and geothermal heating and cooling systems.

Beaver Plumbing

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Beaver Plumbing

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I have been in business for 18 years. I am a one man operation.

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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Common causes include hair buildup, soap residue, food particles, and foreign objects. Older pipes can also contribute by facilitating buildup more easily.

If you drop jewelry down your sink, it can cause a clog, especially if it accumulates other debris on its way down. However, that is the least of your worries if you drop your favorite jewelry down your drain. If your gold band goes tumbling down the sink drain, don’t panic—refrain from running more water down the sink, and follow the steps above.

As with many appliances, proper maintenance is key to maximizing your garbage disposal’s life span. If everyone in your household is on board with proper care and maintenance, like running water while operating the disposal, you should get plenty of years out of your unit. Avoid putting the wrong food items down the disposal, including pasta, rice, bread, and more.

The best practice is to hydro jet your sewer line once per year. However, there are several factors that can affect this recommendation, including the age and condition of your pipes, how often your sewer line is used, and the type of waste disposed of in the system. When in doubt, ask a licensed plumber for their recommendation for your plumbing system.

First, find the cleanout pipe in your yard. Unscrew the cap—you may need a wrench to do so. Then, get a drain snake. You can use a non-motorized one, but a motorized snake will make the job a little easier. Feed the snake through the pipe until it reaches the clog. Spin the snake continuously, but don’t try to feed it through the pipe anymore. Keep spinning until you feel it break the clog apart.

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