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Avatar for DrainRX, Inc.
DrainRX, Inc.
4.8(
65
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business

Serving Merrick, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We called Drain RX, on a Sunday, after noticing our basement was flooded and seemed to be coming from the toilet bowl (thank you toddlers lol). Victor called us back, came soon after, and diagnosed the problem. He had us fixed up and back on track in no time!! Super professional and we can not thank him enough!!"
Slow Running Bathtub
Slow Running Bathtub
Slow Running Bathtub
Kitchen Sink
Shower Drain

+2

Response time2 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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PRIORITY CESSPOOL SEWER & DRAIN, INC
4.8(
270
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business

Serving Merrick, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great! John, the owner was super helpful and nice on the phone. Eased all our concerns. The crew, Phil and Tim, showed up right on time and were able to locate the service caps in the lawn in 10 minutes. They showed me clearly how full the tanks were and clearly explained the problem and the solution. The prices quoted were very fair and there were no surprises. It took around 90 minutes. The job was all done outdoors and when they left you would never know it was done. Very neat and professional. The odors, etc we had were gone and we noticed the drains all flowing more freely. Exactly as they said. So glad we had this done before it became a serious and ugly problem inside the house. We highly recommend Priority Cesspool Sewer and Drain. Thank you!"
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mario's Faucet and Toilet Repairs, Drain Cleaners Specialists
5.0(
98
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business

Serving Merrick, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Professional, responded immediately, kept to arranged time, called ahead, totally experienced, fixed problem, neat worker, extremely cordial, fixed another drain problem while here, very reasonably priced. Would absolutely recommend."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sewer & Drain Services, LLC
4.8(
25
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate

Serving Merrick, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience! Thought for sure we had a serious and hopelessly blocked bathroom sink drain pipe on our hands but Augusto made short work of getting it re-opened. He did the work fast, without fuss and charged a fair price. We would hire him again in a heart beat! Awesome plumber. Really nice person too!"
Unclog
Unclog
Unclog
Unclog
Unclog

+1

Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Barnagat Plumbing Inc
4.7(
212
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Merrick, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Barbara Barnagat is an excellent plumber and I highly recommend her. Very knowledgeable, conscientious, pleasant, efficient and cleaned up everything in the basement very nicely when she was finished. I would absolutely use her services again. She’s a lovely person, too."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

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.

No, you should avoid using liquid drain cleaners. These chemicals, often packed with sulfuric or hydrochloric acid, can wreak havoc on your pipes, causing erosion and potential leaks. They’re also dangerous to your health. If you’re dealing with a stubborn clog, manual removal or a professional plumber is your best bet. Chemical drain cleaners can often make things worse, especially if the clog stays put and the chemicals linger in your pipes.

Liquid drain cleaners are harsh chemicals that can erode your pipes. To treat a slow drain or for preventative maintenance, pour hot water down the drain to break up gunk and help move it along. Make sure the water isn’t boiling hot (keep it under 140 degrees Fahrenheit) if you have plastic pipes. However, you’ll need to pull the clog out for bigger backups. 

A bit of water in the bowl can help unclog a toilet, especially if you're using a plunger. However, if the bowl is full to the brim, you'll need to strap on gloves and remove some of the wastewater in a cup or container so it doesn't overflow when you try to unblock the pipe. If you're concerned about it filling further, manually close the flapper in the toilet tank or turn off the water supply to the toilet.

French drains may fail when they become clogged with soil granules that slip through the pores of the landscaping fabric and through the holes in the pipe. 

Over time, this debris can build up inside the pipe and prevent water flow. To prevent this failure from happening, regularly flush out your French drain and keep debris away from the inlet grate.

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