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Top-Rated Drain cleaners in Athens - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Keefe Plumbing & Heating Company Inc
Keefe Plumbing & Heating Company Inc
4.3(
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Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1950

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Our house was built in the 1940's and had the original cast iron and some of the original fixtures. We contract to have them completely remodel the downstairs bathroom. The layout of the original bathroom was awkwardly designed and it did not allow for aging in place. We met with the estimator and the plumbers to design a bathroom that will allow us to stay in this home as we age. They completely gutted the bathroom and replaced all the cast iron pipes and old copper water lines. They installed and completed the drywall and mud process, painted the walls, installed new cabinets, fixtures, accessories and artwork. They also installed a new bathroom door and the hardware. We loved what they did with this bathroom so much that we contracted with them to remodel the upstairs bathroom. The upstairs bathroom is much smaller and had the original cast iron tub and fixtures including the commode, as well as cast iron drain pipes and old copper lines. They came in and gutted this bathroom and installed a tub that is big enough for my 6'2" teens to soak in when they want to take a bath. They completed the drywall and mud process, painted the walls, installed new fixtures, cabinets, accessories and artwork. They also installed a new bathroom door and hardware and a new window treatment. During the demolition of the two bathrooms, the plumbers took steps to keep the debris and dust out of the rest of the house. They hung plastic, lined the hardwood floors with protective paper, carried off their trash and swept up everyday before leaving. When we began to remodel our kitchen, we could only think of one contractor that we would want to use for the plumbing and installation of the new fixtures. While the walls were open, they came and replaced all the cast iron pipes and drains and installed a new dishwasher drain. Once the cabinets had been installed, they came back and installed the new kitchen faucet, an ice-maker line and the dishwasher. They were always on time and kept to the timeline agreed upon at the beginning of each job. We would recommend them to others and will definitely call them for all our future plumbing needs."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jim's Plumbing Service
4.6(
28
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Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Replaced trap and added a vent to Kitchen sink drain replaced and added a vent. Replaced 2 faucets in bathroom. Replaced drain and cleared drain for slow drain shower. He visited to evaluate promptly when I called. Showed up when he said he would. Stayed within the budget we agreed to. I would recommend Jim."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Gardner Plumbing LLC
4.6(
36
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Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"About four years ago, I had my sewer line cleaned by another local company. At that time, the person doing the cleaning bent his augur on â somethingâ and drew back mud. He told me that they would have to rip down my retaining wall and repair my line as â itâ s broken and you need a new sewer lineâ . Being retired and disabled, I was not able to afford it, so I bought a hand augur and did my own line but I could never get past 30 feet in doing the line. Lately there has been more back up and the line was not draining much at all. I called in a national company to clean the line and they also suggested running the camera down it and seeing where the damage---possible collapsed clay pipe?â was. After analyzing reviews online for trenchless sewer repair, as I did not want to rip down an over 100 year old stone retaining wall, I decided to call Gardner Plumbing and have them camera the line. The sewer was full of water to the top of the floor drain, and when Kevin came out he meticulously augured that sewer line for close to four and a half hours until it was clear and even made it to the main sewer line under the street. In doing so, he removed an unbelievable long thick root that was in the line that I can best describe as looking like a root from a Redwood tree! He then ran the camera as far as he could and there was no damage at all to the line: a few cracks, but no damage/breakage whatsoever! Instead of costing thousands of dollars to replace the line, I was charged a reasonable amount for the augur of the line and the camera. I highly praise this work that Kevin did and I thank him and Gardner Plumbing for being honest and not immediately trying to convince me on getting a new sewer line when I didnâ t really need to replace it. I will use this company in the future and will tell my neighbors about the greatâ and honestâ work that Gardner did. Thank you Gardner, you have a new happy customer now! ï"
Response time3 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for BP Plumbing
BP Plumbing
5.0(
15
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Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I rarely leave reviews, but I had to take a moment to share how impressed I was. From the first call to the final fix, the experience was smooth and stress-free. They showed up on time, explained everything clearly, and didn’t try to upsell me on anything I didn’t need, which I really appreciated. I appreciated their honesty and work ethic. They treated my home with respect, cleaned up after the job, and made sure everything was working perfectly before leaving. It’s hard to find people who care and take pride in their work, and this plumber definitely did. Going forward they are my go to company. Thank you for helping our family!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate93%
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
JD PLUMBING SERVICE & REPAIR LLC
3.8(
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Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

At JD PLUMBING, our family takes great joy in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the your plumbing needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and customer satisfaction of their project. We enjoy serving you in a professional manner, because we are a family owned company, we actually care. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job, since 1999. Call us today.\n

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by37%of homeowners
Avatar for Plumbing Services
Plumbing Services
4.6(
29
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Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Plumbing Services is a full service plumbing company we give free with no obligation estimates. We offer plumbing inspections. I've been in the business 29 years; we offer the best rates!\nWe guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! \nCall or click for your FREE estimate today!\n

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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Rooter Pros LLC
Rooter Pros LLC
4.9(
18
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Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Roy ran into every problem I think possible with my septic tank and lines,but he had a solution for everyone of them.. Very Knowledgeable guy.... They even stayed till after 10pm to make sure I got everything fixed.. They cleaned up all the messes they made and even leveled my yard back smoothly... For the money he was at least 200$ cheaper than anyone else and did quality work... Thank you Rooter Pros for a well done job..."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rooter Pros LLC
5.0(
19
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When I called for help I was called back by a very knowledgeable young man who set up a time to come right out to help us with what we saw as an emergency situation They explained what they were doing and sent me pictures ( I am out of town). To show the steps of the work they were completing. Very nice men. Clean up was from what I can see wonderful"
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Response time50 mins
Response rate97%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for Rapid Rooter Plumbing
Rapid Rooter Plumbing
4.8(
86
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Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Thisbis the second time I have used Shane and he was amazing again. He came out and tried to clear a clog but it ended up being my septic tank was completely full due too roots choking off the tank and the outlet baffle. Shane and his team dug up the tank and field lines and were able to repair the line to a good field line and bypass the half repair that was done years ago. Everything is draining great now!! Great guys who are very personable and do an excellent job!"
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Drain Cleaning FAQs, answered by experts

There are many things that could cause your basement floor drain to back up. One significant cause of a drainage backup is flushing non-flushable items, such as wipes, paper towels, and facial tissue. Other causes of a backed-up basement floor drain include tree roots impeding the drain pipe or an accumulation of hair, oil, and grease. 

You can often unclog a garbage disposal in less than 10 minutes, though sometimes you might need longer if you’re unsure what’s causing the clog. For minor clogs, consider plunging the drain, flushing the drain with baking soda and vinegar, or using an Allen wrench to free the clog. If the clog is more severe, contact a local plumber.

Yes, chemical drain cleaners contain sulfuric acid and hydrochloric acid, both of which are not only dangerous to your health but also extremely caustic. Drain cleaners will corrode your pipes and could lead to destroyed drain lines, especially if the chemicals interact with the piping for long periods. Unfortunately, this extended interaction is likely if you’re dealing with a clog, as the drain cleaner will have just as much trouble as water does moving through your plumbing system.

The best way to unclog a bathtub drain is to pour a pot of boiled water down the drain, being careful not to splash yourself. However, take precautions, as boiling water can damage PVC pipes and joints. Follow up with ½ cup of baking soda and ½ cup of vinegar. Cover the drain with a small sink plunger and let it sit for 15 minutes. Pour boiling water down the drain again and replace the drain stopper.

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.

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