Jeff gave me the name of the work crew member Dave Varga who would call Monday or later the following week. Monday March 23 I had a call from Dave who scheduled to arrive between 2-4pm on Wednesday March 25. He arrived about 3:20pm and went right to work. With the help of just one crew member, he discovered the exit of exterior front drains that were buried after years of erosion. All nine drains were cleared plus the sump pump pipe. To discover the buried drain outlets he needed to dig wholes in the front yard. He requested permission first. Once the outlets were discovered and pipe cleared, water flowed freely. Dave also repaired a connection between one gutter and a newly cleared drain pipe and suggested 2 solutions for the front area drainage, one more permanent than the other with less maintenance but more costly which is to run 96 feet of pipe connection all front house drains to the drainage ditch. I approved the latter for it's long lasted ramification. The back pipe was cleared. He did say it would have been better if the back pipe was 4" in diameter. But it was not broken, and before replacing try building up an exit cage that could keep the end pipe from being crushed with normal lawn care and see if that is enough. He even explained how I could watch for problems by checking the connections in a rain storm to see if water is bubbling back up. He also suggested some improvement to the grading of a garden that might further reduce water issues in the basement. So I agreed with his recommendations and will have the additional work estimate shortly. Dave also asked if they could leave the drain ends exposed for when the return work would address, and I agreed if they would be flagged which he completed. Thursday it poured down rain. I was never so glad to see the rain coming hard and the water just exiting all the freed up drains. 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Every time he came out, I had to rearrange my schedule or take time off work."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/oh/grove-city/grove-city-plumbing-and-drains-reviews-6335050.htm"},"position":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"A Mann Plumbing Ltd","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"OH","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"SUE K."},"reviewBody":"This was a perfectly wonderful experience. I called with a problem with the kitchen sink. They told me of a couple things I could try to see if I could avoid a service call. I tried them later that day, and I didn't have any luck. They called me back the next day to check on things. I told them that they should probably come out, and I told them that since they would be here anyway, there was a second drain that needed to be cleaned. That afternoon, two plumbers came, and got both things repaired. They were here about an hour and repaired my kitchen sink and a shower drain. And they only charged me about $173. They were very polite and careful walking around. They're my plumbers, now."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/oh/centerburg/a-mann-plumbing-ltd-reviews-68735.htm"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Drain Busters","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"OH","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"KELLY M."},"reviewBody":"He was on time, got right to work, and didn't make a mess. He did not try to sell me any specialty drain cleaners. I liked that. I have had Roto Rooter and Rescue Rooter before and they try to sell you chemicals."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/oh/westerville/drain-busters-reviews-71940.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Rogers Basement Waterproofing","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"OH","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"ANNE P."},"reviewBody":"PAUL CONTACTED ME IMMEDIATELY UPON REQUEST. HE CAME OUT THE NEXT DAY AND TOLD ME WE REALLY DIDN'T HAVE MUCH OF A PROBLEM, PROBABLY MOSTLY COSMETIC. HE WALKED AROUND THE OUTSIDE OF OUR HOUSE WITH ME AND MADE SOME SUGGESTIONS REGARDING THE SLOPE OF THE LANDSCAPING AND TOLD ME TO INSTALL A LARGER WINDOW WELL AND PERHAPS CONTACT SOMEONE TO CLEAN OUT THE GUTTERS/DRAIN SO THAT WATER WOULD DRAIN BETTER, AWAY FROM THE HOUSE. HE EVEN GAVE ME THE NAME OF A DRAIN CLEANING COMPANY WHICH I DID CONTACT AND WAS VERY HAPPY WITH. THE CREW CAME ON THE DAY BEFORE THANKSGIVING AT 8 A.M. AND WERE FINISHED AROUND 10. WE ARE HAPPY WITH THE WORK."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/oh/columbus/rogers-basement-waterproofing-reviews-68669.htm"},"position":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Heinmiller Plumbing Co","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"OH","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"KEN M."},"reviewBody":"TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO THE CLOG, I HAD DROPPED A MACH 3 RAZOR CARTRIDGE DOWN THE TUB DRAIN. HE CLEARED THE LINE WITH A DRAIN SNAKE AND THE DRAIN IS WORKING EVEN BETTER BEFORE THE CLOG. GARY WAS ONE OF THE FEW PLUMBERS AVAILABLE ON THE SAME DAY I CALLED."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/oh/blacklick/heinmiller-plumbing-co-reviews-68371.htm"},"position":10}]}
French Drain Service reviews from real Angi homeowners in Pleasantville, OH
Last update on October 15, 2025
Bruce T.
5.0
02/2025
THE TEAM AT 614 DRAINS EXCEEDED MY WIFE'S EXPECTATIONS. WE HAD A DRAIN WE COULD NOT GET TO CLEAR. TRIED SNAKING IT AND SEVERAL BOTTLES OF DRAINO. THEY CAME OUT AND WERE EXTREMELY COURTEOUS. THEY GOT OUR DRAIN CLEARED. CLEANED UP AFTER THEM SELVES AND TOTALLY IMPRESSED MY WIFE AND I. WE WILL...
Drainworks showed up unannounced on 30 March to work on replacing the drain. My wife was home and watched them. It took the workers 1.5 hours to complete the job. They did a nice job pulling up the sod and laying the new PVC drain pipe. They replaced the sod but not well. (in fact, I later...
Sue K.
5.0
07/2015
I thought that it was a malfunction in the equipment. It turns out that Jefferson Township wasn't keeping its drainage system cleaned out, and with all the rain that we've had recently, the township drainage system became clogged. The service person checked the sump pump and determined that...
Judith S.
5.0
03/2015
If you need exterior drain service, this company is top notch. I called on a Monday and had a call back then an appointment on Friday March 20. Jeff walked with me to see all 9 drains plus sump pump exit. I was concerned that the pipe from the sump bump to the drain location was broken. ...
This was a perfectly wonderful experience. I called with a problem with the kitchen sink. They told me of a couple things I could try to see if I could avoid a service call. I tried them later that day, and I didn't have any luck. They called me back the next day to check on things. I...
Kelly M.
5.0
06/2009
He was on time, got right to work, and didn't make a mess. He did not try to sell me any specialty drain cleaners. I liked that. I have had Roto Rooter and Rescue Rooter before and they try to sell you chemicals.
Anne P.
5.0
11/2005
PAUL CONTACTED ME IMMEDIATELY UPON REQUEST. HE CAME OUT THE NEXT DAY AND TOLD ME WE REALLY DIDN'T HAVE MUCH OF A PROBLEM, PROBABLY MOSTLY COSMETIC. HE WALKED AROUND THE OUTSIDE OF OUR HOUSE WITH ME AND MADE SOME SUGGESTIONS REGARDING THE SLOPE OF THE LANDSCAPING AND TOLD ME TO INSTALL A...
Ken M.
5.0
12/2004
TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO THE CLOG, I HAD DROPPED A MACH 3 RAZOR CARTRIDGE DOWN THE TUB DRAIN. HE CLEARED THE LINE WITH A DRAIN SNAKE AND THE DRAIN IS WORKING EVEN BETTER BEFORE THE CLOG. GARY WAS ONE OF THE FEW PLUMBERS AVAILABLE ON THE SAME DAY I CALLED.
With over 10 years of experience we can take care of all your excavation/outdoor plumbing needs! Call us today for a free quote!! We will guarantee customer satisfaction and worry free warranties.
"You will not find a nicer group of guys! They do great work for a great price! 10 out of 10 would recommend!"
Dylan C on July 2021
With over 10 years of experience we can take care of all your excavation/outdoor plumbing needs! Call us today for a free quote!! We will guarantee customer satisfaction and worry free warranties.
"You will not find a nicer group of guys! They do great work for a great price! 10 out of 10 would recommend!"
We do pipe work of all kinds . We do basements , foundations , driveways ,brush cleaning , dirt hauling , gravel hauling , swales . All dirt work needs . Also licensing in sewer and water . Also do water taps 3/4 to 2 inch size. Some landscaping as well.
"Russ and his son did a great job and were very responsive to our needs. I would absolutely use his services again."
Don J on January 2025
We do pipe work of all kinds . We do basements , foundations , driveways ,brush cleaning , dirt hauling , gravel hauling , swales . All dirt work needs . Also licensing in sewer and water . Also do water taps 3/4 to 2 inch size. Some landscaping as well.
"Russ and his son did a great job and were very responsive to our needs. I would absolutely use his services again."
Welcome to Greene’s Plumbing, proudly servicing Columbus and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. Our focus is building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We look forward to serving you. Call us today! You will not be disappointed.
"The service was outstanding. Matt was very professional at all times and took the time to explain in detail all the services being completed. He also completed some extra work on a water softer tank that I asked about after his arrival. I compared prices with other companies and Greene's was cheaper, but the work and time put into this service call was way above my expectations. I highly recommend this company and if Matt is your tech, feel free to ask any questions he will not make you feel like a dummy:-)"
Albert M on September 2025
Welcome to Greene’s Plumbing, proudly servicing Columbus and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. Our focus is building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We look forward to serving you. Call us today! You will not be disappointed.
"The service was outstanding. Matt was very professional at all times and took the time to explain in detail all the services being completed. He also completed some extra work on a water softer tank that I asked about after his arrival. I compared prices with other companies and Greene's was cheaper, but the work and time put into this service call was way above my expectations. I highly recommend this company and if Matt is your tech, feel free to ask any questions he will not make you feel like a dummy:-)"
Roto-Rooter is a fully licensed and insured plumbing company providing 24/7 plumbing services, drain cleaning, and water damage cleanup. More people depend on Roto-Rooter than any other plumbing company in North America.
Roto-Rooter is a fully licensed and insured plumbing company providing 24/7 plumbing services, drain cleaning, and water damage cleanup. More people depend on Roto-Rooter than any other plumbing company in North America.
Bojanowski Excavation is a Veteran owned and operated Excavation Company specializing in driveway restoration, drain line trenching, culvert installation, clearing, grading, down tree and debris removal among other excavation type work. Delivered with exceptional Customer Experience and Professional finished products.
"I have a mile long list for him to do. He knows his stuff very knowledgeable. Prices are amazing and he will work with you best he can."
Mike R on November 2023
Bojanowski Excavation is a Veteran owned and operated Excavation Company specializing in driveway restoration, drain line trenching, culvert installation, clearing, grading, down tree and debris removal among other excavation type work. Delivered with exceptional Customer Experience and Professional finished products.
"I have a mile long list for him to do. He knows his stuff very knowledgeable. Prices are amazing and he will work with you best he can."
At Mr. Rooter Plumbing every customer’s individual needs are important. Whether it’s a simple sink clog or a damaged sewer line, you can count on a Mr. Rooter plumber to take care of your plumbing needs day or night with never an overtime charge. Our professional service, quality products and honest, up-front pricing make Mr. Rooter the best value in plumbing services nationwide. Mr. Rooter is ready for all emergency plumbing issues, from clogged drains and sewage backups to frozen pipes and leaking water heaters. You can count on an expert diagnosis from Mr. Rooter with our camera inspection tools. Then we’ll fix it right the first time, whether it takes HydroScrub drain cleaning or trenchless pipe repair, with courteous smiles on our faces.
"Everything was done professionally. He wore booties in the house to reduce dirt, moved all my under counter things out of the way, and didn’t waste time. He was efficient and kind."
Michelle B on August 2025
At Mr. Rooter Plumbing every customer’s individual needs are important. Whether it’s a simple sink clog or a damaged sewer line, you can count on a Mr. Rooter plumber to take care of your plumbing needs day or night with never an overtime charge. Our professional service, quality products and honest, up-front pricing make Mr. Rooter the best value in plumbing services nationwide. Mr. Rooter is ready for all emergency plumbing issues, from clogged drains and sewage backups to frozen pipes and leaking water heaters. You can count on an expert diagnosis from Mr. Rooter with our camera inspection tools. Then we’ll fix it right the first time, whether it takes HydroScrub drain cleaning or trenchless pipe repair, with courteous smiles on our faces.
"Everything was done professionally. He wore booties in the house to reduce dirt, moved all my under counter things out of the way, and didn’t waste time. He was efficient and kind."
We specialize in all phases of landscaping design and installs, hardscaping, pavers, trees, plants, flowers, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!
"Jesse Moore and his team are frankly amazing. I wish they did more than build patios and related work as I would hire them for everything. Quality people do quality work and are willing to adjust to meet the needs of the homeowner. This is the 3rd time I have personally used Moore Brothers for a patio. Each experience is better than the prior. We always seem to run into something unexpected. That is part of the process with large projects like a patio. What I always appreciate is their "we are here to make the customer happy" approach. This project was no different, and they made me more than happy. They communicate, they show up when they say, and they deliver a quality product with smiles on their faces. Finally, I trust that team at my home - even when I cannot be present. That is a testament to Jesse's hiring and the quality people with whom he surrounds himself. THANKS for another great experience."
Steve H on April 2024
We specialize in all phases of landscaping design and installs, hardscaping, pavers, trees, plants, flowers, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!
"Jesse Moore and his team are frankly amazing. I wish they did more than build patios and related work as I would hire them for everything. Quality people do quality work and are willing to adjust to meet the needs of the homeowner. This is the 3rd time I have personally used Moore Brothers for a patio. Each experience is better than the prior. We always seem to run into something unexpected. That is part of the process with large projects like a patio. What I always appreciate is their "we are here to make the customer happy" approach. This project was no different, and they made me more than happy. They communicate, they show up when they say, and they deliver a quality product with smiles on their faces. Finally, I trust that team at my home - even when I cannot be present. That is a testament to Jesse's hiring and the quality people with whom he surrounds himself. THANKS for another great experience."
Safe Electric is the Columbus electrician your friends and neighbors trust. Since 1994, we have been a leading electrician who provides the highest level of safety and quality workmanship to the residents of central Ohio. You can count on our Columbus electricians for all your service needs. We can equip your home so you get all the best features with all the latest tech available from home automation, security, media systems, and connected smart home devices. For anything from replacing light fixtures to re-wiring your entire Columbus home, our electricians at Safe Electric have you covered.
"Amazing! They were so easy to work with and so friendly!"
Maddi H on September 2025
Safe Electric is the Columbus electrician your friends and neighbors trust. Since 1994, we have been a leading electrician who provides the highest level of safety and quality workmanship to the residents of central Ohio. You can count on our Columbus electricians for all your service needs. We can equip your home so you get all the best features with all the latest tech available from home automation, security, media systems, and connected smart home devices. For anything from replacing light fixtures to re-wiring your entire Columbus home, our electricians at Safe Electric have you covered.
"Amazing! They were so easy to work with and so friendly!"
We specialize in excavating services. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"He was very trustworthy. He was there when he said that he would be. He did exactly what I asked him to do. He also gave his input and he was a really really good guy. He had a reasonable price as well."
Sheri N on April 2023
We specialize in excavating services. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"He was very trustworthy. He was there when he said that he would be. He did exactly what I asked him to do. He also gave his input and he was a really really good guy. He had a reasonable price as well."
Sheri N on April 2023
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French Drains questions, answered by experts
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 frequency with which a French drain clogs depends on various factors, such as the amount of debris that enters the pipe, the quality of the French drain installation, the type of grate and filter used, and how often it is maintained. That’s why it’s recommended to clean your French drain at least once a year, whether it is clogged or not. This can prevent clogs and increase the lifespan of your drain.
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.
The spin cycle on your washer should initiate draining, but if you still find leftover water in the washing machine tub, you may need to drain it manually. To manually drain a washing machine, you’ll need to turn off the power supply and locate the drain hose, filter, and pump. Open or disconnect these parts and let the water drain into a bucket.
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.
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