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RooterMan of Virginia
4.8(
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Serving Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Technician Shane Moore and his helper Chris did a phenomenal job unclogging a very, very clogged drainage pipe at our house. After hours of sweat and hard work they were successful at unclogging years of sludge from the pipe! This was the second time that Shane has come to our rescue! He is a wonderful man and we appreciate all of his hard work and professionalism!"
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Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Roto-Rooter Plumbing and Drain Service
4.3(
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Serving Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1935

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Allen and Justin (Blacksburg location) did their work late on a Friday afternoon without any complaints. They were efficient and I felt like they were honest in their assessment and repair advice. They walked me through almost everything and gave advice on how to extend the water heater life."
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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ARS of Virginia
4.3(
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Serving Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1950

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience with ARS/Manassas thanks to John Curry, their knowledgeable and professional plumber. John provided an in-depth home inspection of my plumbing and educated me on the importance of venting my sinks to avoid moisture buildup, mold, corrosion, and bad odors. He also found that one of my toilets needed a new flapper valve/lift rod and corrected me on how I was using my garbage disposal, advising me to only use it for light particles stuck to my plate. To assist with the upkeep of my plumbing, John recommended that I buy a drain cleaning kit and even called his dispatch to schedule another member of his team to repair my toilet's lift rod. John Curry's expertise and helpfulness were much appreciated during the home inspection. He was professional, knowledgeable, and thorough in his work, and he took the time to educate me and provide valuable advice. Thank you, John Curry and ARS/Manassas!"
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
Fitch Services, Inc.
4.0(
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Serving Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jonathan was great. He was prompt, courteous, professional, and knowledgeable. He anchored the laundry room pipe to the wall that had shifted and reconnected to the laundry sink. No more leaks!!! I would highly recommend Fitch Services for your plumbing needs."
Response time11 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Nicks Plumbing and Backflow
5.0(
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Serving Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Kenneth
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I like what I do. Always something different, and always meeting new people. I've been doing plumbing/handyman services for over 35 years, and I still learn something almost every day. My work has carried me all over Virginia, and my customers have always called me for more work when they needed it.\nI like that. If I don't know something, I'll find out, or, I'll pass it on to someone who knows. \n I'm not afraid to bet you'll be happy with whatever I do for you.

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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

It’ll take 20 to 30 minutes to unclog a sewer line using a drain snake or drain cleaner. If you hire a professional, you should expect them to be on-site for three hours or less. In addition to clearing the clog, they’ll do other routine inspections, which adds to the overall time (and cost) required.

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.

A two-way cleanout can help if there’s already a clog, but the best strategy to prevent one is by not rinsing grease, oil, or fat down your drains, not flushing or rinsing coffee grounds or egg shells down your drains, flushing only human waste and toilet paper (so no diapers, period products, bathroom wipes, or paper towels), and using drain guards on all of your drains.

If you want to avoid using a snake to unclog a drain, or if you don’t have one, try vinegar and baking soda. Pour 1 cup of baking soda down the drain, followed by 1 cup of white vinegar. Wait for 15 minutes, and then run hot water (but not boiling water) down the drain to see if the clog is clear. Repeat multiple times as needed.

Avoid flushing non-degradable items, schedule regular inspections, and address minor clogs promptly.

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