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Titan Plumbing Sewer & Drain
4.9(
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Serving Helmetta, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner of Titan was highly professional and communicative. He arrived when he said he would for the estimate and took a look at a few other things as I'm a new home owner and wanted his opinion on some general plumbing stuff. I wanted a sump pump installed and I had an issue with an exterior drain not being able to keep up with heavy rains. He correctly diagnosed the issue, came up with a plan to run an extra drain and his guys did the install in one work day, including the cleaning of the work space. I will hire again for any future plumbing needs."
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+15

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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123 SEWER AND DRAIN LLC
5.0(
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Serving Helmetta, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can't say enough good things about Mo, his immediate response, professional approach, respectful of the home, his kind and understanding approach was perfect for the stressful situation. We just recovered from the flooding back in July. Clean up just about done and then on 8/26/25 came down to the basement finding the sink overflowing from the washing machine rinse cycle. Called Mo. he was here in an hour. Figured out the issue and snaked the drain out to the road. Cleared the clog, all was working great. I highly recommend Mo, and his work to anyone needing his services.!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mike's Sewer and Drain, LLC
4.7(
48
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Serving Helmetta, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike is not only a professional and a pro at his expertise, he is also compassionate. Bathtub was not draining, we got all kinds of quotes and plans that can be done including breaking the wall but not closing the wall. I got in touch with Mike through a work referral. Mike not only picked up the phone, he listened to my issue and made himself to come out the same day. He was not only early but, was able to assess and solve the issue at a super reasonable cost. Mike is now my lifetime go to for drain issues. Thanks Mike!"
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Response time30 mins
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Just In Case Plumbing & Heating LLC
5.0(
55
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Serving Helmetta, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"I have used Aqua Sewer and Drain for multiple projects. I have had nothing but positive experiences on all my projects. Always professional, knowledgeable and always does the job the correct way. Also keeps the job clean and orderly which is very important to me."
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by49%of homeowners
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Absolute Waterproofing and Renovation, LLC
4.8(
179
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Serving Helmetta, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Best contractor I have ever hired. Lou and his crew installed the French drains and sump pumps as scheduled. They sure helped us take care of a major problem. Good work completed by a good company."
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Structural renovations
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+48

Response time10 hrs
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Rich's Heating & Sewer, Inc.
4.4(
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Serving Helmetta, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My plumber was Anthony and couldn't have been nicer; thorough, thoughtful, patient and diligent. The work was completed showing that my kitchen sink drain pipe was plugged with an extensive amount of slug. Anthony recommended keeping the lines clear using bleach overnight, followed by hot, hot running water. I was very pleased and would recommend Anthony any time."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate87%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for drain cleaning projects in Helmetta, NJ

On average, a plumber will take 30 minutes to two hours to clear a clogged drain. If the clog is located close to the drain or an access point and isn’t severe, the project will take about half an hour. If the clog is deep within your plumbing system or is a severe blockage, it can take two or more hours to remove the clog. For this reason, main line clogs tend to take longer, usually between two and three hours.

It’s possible to snake minor drain clogs yourself, provided they sit within a foot or two of the drain itself, but it’s usually best to hire a professional plumber regardless. Even experienced DIYers have a high chance of accidentally pushing the clog further into the drain using a drain snake or another tool, so hiring a plumber is the ideal course of action. A professional plumber can use camera equipment to locate and identify the clog, and remove the entire blockage to fix your issue permanently.

In most areas, drain cleaning professionals don’t technically need a license, as they aren’t altering your plumbing system in any way. However, we recommend hiring a drain cleaning professional with a plumbing license and certification. Certified plumbers are more likely to provide professional solutions to drain clogs without damaging your system. They’ll also have the diagnostic tools and experience necessary to remove the clog entirely rather than providing a temporary solution, as a handyperson might. Use Angi’s state licensing tool to check your plumber’s professional licenses before hiring.

Applying drain cleaner is a common DIY solution to clogged drains, but it can be extremely harmful to your pipes and lead to corrosion and leaks. It is almost always better to try snaking a clog than using a drain cleaner, but the best solution is to hire a professional plumber. They can locate the clog and gauge the severity using a camera system and then decide if using a plumber’s snake, auger, or drain cleaner is the best option to remove the clog and limit damage to your plumbing system.

The average cost to unclog a drain is around $200, with prices ranging between $110 and $800, depending on the type of drain and the extent of the clog. Hiring a professional to snake the toilet or sink will usually cost between $110 and $275, a bathtub or shower typically costs around $225, and a main line clog can cost between $100 and $800 based on the severity of the clog and how far beyond the access point the clog sits. Since the labor involved varies, most plumbers will charge an hourly rate for drain cleaning.

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