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Last update on November 25, 2025

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David Williams

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David Williams

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
43 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

I pride myself on the quality work I provide, while delivering world-class customer service! I do everything from drain cleaning to water heater installations, will provide free estimates depending on distance from my location. Offer warranties on work unless otherwise specified. 13 years in the plumbing industry.

"David was in and out in practically no time. Found and fixed the problem right away and did a great job cleaning everything. The pricing was also very reasonable. I do recommend. 👍"

Mike A on July 2025

I pride myself on the quality work I provide, while delivering world-class customer service! I do everything from drain cleaning to water heater installations, will provide free estimates depending on distance from my location. Offer warranties on work unless otherwise specified. 13 years in the plumbing industry.

"David was in and out in practically no time. Found and fixed the problem right away and did a great job cleaning everything. The pricing was also very reasonable. I do recommend. 👍"

Mike A on July 2025

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Plumbing Services

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Plumbing Services

4.56(
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Customers say: Super punctual
91 local quotes requested
10 years of experience

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! We 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! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Excellent work. Plumber found more than one lead after inspection and repaired all water lines. Highly recommend PLUMBING SERVICE, Maryville TN"

William H on November 2025

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! We 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! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Excellent work. Plumber found more than one lead after inspection and repaired all water lines. Highly recommend PLUMBING SERVICE, Maryville TN"

William H on November 2025

B&T Plumbing and Septic

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B&T Plumbing and Septic

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B&T Plumbing and Septic offers a wide range of Plumbing services. From water heater repairs and installs to septic system repairs and installs. We offer drain cleaning services or any general plumbing need. Did your husband work on it? We will even fix that! No job to big or small we do it all! We do bathroom and kitchen remodeling as well!

B&T Plumbing and Septic offers a wide range of Plumbing services. From water heater repairs and installs to septic system repairs and installs. We offer drain cleaning services or any general plumbing need. Did your husband work on it? We will even fix that! No job to big or small we do it all! We do bathroom and kitchen remodeling as well!

Wine Plumbing LLC

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Wine Plumbing LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Wine Plumbing LLC is a residential/commercial plumbing company which specializes in plumbing repair, drainage issues, fixture repair and replacement, and remodels. We are licensed, bonded, and insured. We have a few different pricing options for our customers depending on the job. We will try our best to work with our customers on the best way of handling their individual needs. We are a local, family owned business with over two decades of experience in everything from residential plumbing to industrial piping.

"Josh is the most professional contractor that I have ever used. He was prompt, Did a great job, charged a fair price and followed up on what he did. Do yourself a favor and call him for your plumbing needs. Michael Carter. 770-633-5748"

Michael C on February 2021

Wine Plumbing LLC is a residential/commercial plumbing company which specializes in plumbing repair, drainage issues, fixture repair and replacement, and remodels. We are licensed, bonded, and insured. We have a few different pricing options for our customers depending on the job. We will try our best to work with our customers on the best way of handling their individual needs. We are a local, family owned business with over two decades of experience in everything from residential plumbing to industrial piping.

"Josh is the most professional contractor that I have ever used. He was prompt, Did a great job, charged a fair price and followed up on what he did. Do yourself a favor and call him for your plumbing needs. Michael Carter. 770-633-5748"

Michael C on February 2021

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Sewer Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Depending on the home, wastewater either goes into a septic tank and seeps back into the backyard or is sent via sewer system to a local sewage-treatment plant. Septic systems naturally separate different components of the waste so that it can naturally and safely disperse it. They are usually reserved for homes not served by a municipal sewage department (like rural homes). A treatment plant, on the other hand, speeds up that process through screening and purification.

A sewer line should be cleaned at least once every 18 to 22 months. The process takes about 30 minutes or up to 5 hours, depending on the size of the line, how easy it is to access, and how long it’s been since the previous cleaning. If your sewer line hasn’t been cleaned in a couple of years or you don’t even know the last time it’s been cleaned, it’s time to call a pro.

Most blockages can be cleared in 1-3 hours, but severe issues may take longer.

Homeowners insurance usually doesn’t cover sewer backups because it’s typically an avoidable problem with proper maintenance. The only exception would be if the backup is occurring because of local flooding and only if your city uses a combined drainage system for stormwater and sewage. If that’s the case, your policy should cover any resulting damage.

It is safe to flush small amounts of bleach down the toilet. Don’t flush more than ¼ cup of bleach. Instead, consider diluting it and pouring it down the sink drain.

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