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Avatar for Quick Drain
Quick Drain
4.8(
36
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Owner Nick came out on short notice on a Friday afternoon when Roto-Rooter canceled at the last minute. Professional, organized, knowledgeable. Cleared my completely clogged kitchen drain (a mix of PVC and galvanized pipes in an older home) that I'd tolerated for 4 days - with state-of-the-art equipment. Explained options before he came and while he was working. Cleaned up thoroughly. Highly recommend. Support local independent businesses!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate90%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Out The Door Plumbing
5.0(
48
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Called ODP to come and give me an estimate for a repair of a main water line leak. Zach came out and priced out a couple of options from repair to replacement of the old line along with the risks of choosing one option over another. I went with the repair option. Zach and Eric came out quickly and had the repair completed in a few hours. I was very impressed with the quality of the repair, and they left the yard clean and with my wife's approval (not easy to get). The repair utilized really good quality materials so I have no doubt this leak is fixed! I will have no reservations in using these guys again."
Sewer Line Replacement
Sewer Line Replacement
Careful sewer line repair
95ft long main sewer line replacement
Plumbing Waterline Replacement

+14

Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JD Service Now - Plumbing
4.0(
515
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"JD was costly but the did a good job in a fast time period. They repaired a couple leaks in shower and sink; unclogged a drain; installed new faucets and a garbage disposal, all with some necessary demo. They were Professional, knowledgeable, unpretentious... I'd use them again for a similar job."
Plumbing
Plumbing
Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Streamline Services, Inc
4.7(
735
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Removed old hot water tank and replaced it with a tankless hot water heater. Work was done in crawl space with less than six feet height available in work area. All done in a few hours last September. It's now the following August (11 months or so later). Everything seems to be working okay. Workmen were polite, professional, timely, focused on the job, carried away all the old parts and cleaned up well---we were quite pleased with the whole process."
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+2

Response time1 day
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Hydro Plumbing and Piping LLC
5.0(
19
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pedro came and fixed my outdoor hose bib that was leaking. He came the next day, fixed it quickly, and thought me how to do it myself. All at an amazing low price. He even did another small job for free. There isn’t a better plumber in Raleigh, I’d recommend him for any plumbing work."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Air Experts Heating, Cooling LLC
4.7(
3,419
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We keep your heating, cooling, and plumbing equipment working properly and performing at peak efficiency while ensuring your comfort and keeping your air safe. We guarantee 100% satisfaction with all our work. The professionals at Air Experts have been providing comprehensive HVAC services to the residents of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill since 1986.

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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Drain Cleaning FAQs, answered by experts

Plumbers use a variety of tools to help unclog the toughest of drain clogs, but the most common tools they use are drain snakes and augers. They try a plunger or drain snake to start, then move to heavy-duty augers, and finally try using a hydro jetter to blast away the clog with high-pressure water. Hiring a plumber to unclog a drain costs $125 to $300, largely depending on the extent and location of the clog and which of these methods is best for clearing it.

There are several homemade solutions for clearing a clogged sink that don’t involve pouring harsh chemicals down your drain. Start by pouring hot (but not boiling) water down the drain. This can help dissolve and flush away grease and gunk. A splash of dish soap down the drain can also cut through fat and make it easier to clear the drain. For a more stubborn blockage, grab a plunger and give it a few firm pumps to dislodge the clog.

It’s sometimes difficult to distinguish a clog from a frozen drainpipe since ice technically causes a clog. If the temperature doesn’t tip you off, there are a few additional signs that your pipe is frozen. Look for condensation and frost around the pipes. Ice in pipes can cause a banging or clanking noise as opposed to a clog from a softer material.

Bleach is generally not recommended for your shower drains. Although diluted bleach can technically help clean your drain, it will not unclog your pipes. In fact, bleach can harm your plumbing system because it’s so powerful. The bleach can change the color of your sink and even corrode metal pipes and fittings.

Often, people reach for bleach because it's already in their house. But it's worth getting a plunger or a drain snake for the job instead. It'll be a lot less money to buy a new plunger than to pay a plumber to repair or replace damaged pipes.

Yes, flushing a clogged toilet can make it overflow. While flushing the toilet may push enough pressure through the system to dislodge the clog, this is unlikely. Your best bet is to use a plunger and hope the suction can break up whatever is blocking the pipe. If this doesn’t work, use a plumbing auger or call a pro to help.

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