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Top-Rated Drain cleaners in Albany - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Rooter Man Plumbing & Drain
Rooter Man Plumbing & Drain
4.5(
177
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We had a prompt response and extremely knowledgable and professional service. We were impressed that Bill was able to fix our chronic kitchen sink drain problem that others have not been able to solve! He gave us pricing of a few options and explained each one. We would highly recommend and would definitely hire again!"
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Response time9 hrs
Recommended by90%of homeowners
All Trades Plumbing & Construction
4.9(
410
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Drain Line Breakage - Camera Locate

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike installed a new water heater the day after I called him. The work took 3+ hours due to some issues with the old water heater and the addition of a pan with drain tube I asked to place under the new unit. Mike explained everything as the work was performed. I inquired about a whole house filter since the amount of sediment in my water is excessive. He's coming next week to install a complete filtering system. I would definitely recommend and hire again."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Robert's Plumbing Service
Robert's Plumbing Service
5.0(
41
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Davis connected us within minutes, we discussed the repair needed. He arrived about an hour later. The repair was finished within hour of his arrival. Excellent service and very professional. Fair price. We'll contact him again if needed."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate90%
Avatar for Crisafulli Bros. Home Services
Crisafulli Bros. Home Services
4.7(
73
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1939

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

For over 85 years, Crisafulli Bros. Plumbing & Heating Contractors, Inc. has provided plumbing, sewer and drain, heating and cooling design, installation, service, scheduled maintenance, and electrical services to our clientele. Founded in 1939, our company now spans three generations combining the pride and craftsmanship you expect from a locally owned and operated family business with the resources and knowledge available from a large national company. With a growing workforce and a fleet of vehicles driving around every upstate NY neighborhood, Crisafulli Bros. is one of the largest mechanical contracting companies in the Capital Region. Our vast resources and commitment to quality led to us being recognized as the Best of the Capital Region for over 16 straight years and named a Top Work Place. We have set the standard for plumbing, heating, cooling, and electrical craftsmanship in the region.

Response time9 hrs
Response rate86%
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Highline Quality Services
4.8(
3
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our 3 years of experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs, and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work, and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Drain Cleaning FAQs, answered by experts

If you have a sink stopper, it can feel more challenging to clean the drain without removing it, but here are a few simple steps:

  • Pour ½ cup baking soda into the drain using a funnel

  • Pour 1 ½ cups vinegar into the drain

  • Close the sink stopper for 15–20 minutes

  • Open the drain

  • Pour 2 cups of boiling water down the drain (be cautious as boiling water can damage some types of pipes)

If the drain isn’t unclogged, repeat the process.

Yes, you can pour water down the toilet to help it flush. For each flush, you’ll need 1 to 2 gallons of water for newer toilets or 3 to 5 gallons of water for older toilets. Rather than dumping the entire bucket in all at once, pour the water in slowly for the best results. If you’re pouring water down the toilet to help it flush after a clog, only use 1 gallon of hot water.

Professional plumbers use many high-grade chemicals to unclog drains. Many use hydrochloric acid, known as muriatic acid, when it comes to extreme blockages. 

If methods like hot water or a plunger don’t work on your clogged drain, you can snake your drain to dislodge the plug. This can be a messy process, taking some physical effort and additional time over the other drain-clearing options. You can purchase a drain snake at a hardware store and choose from handheld options or those attached to a drill. Just work slowly, and be ready to call a plumber if you’re unable to reach the clog from your drain or P-trap.

Knowing the signs can alert you to a clogged drain line. Clogs cause slow drainage or cause no drainage (if there’s a complete blockage). You may also notice foul odors, gurgling noises, water backing up in other appliances on the same line, or a poorly flushing toilet. If you experience any of these issues and think your line might be clogged, call a plumber.

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