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DB's Plumbing & Drain
4.8(
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Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great.! DB’s Plumbing sent Trevor out to fix the problem and he was great. The price was right and he got the drain going fast. He was knowledgeable offered solutions to my other plumbing issues I have at the house. He also gave me a quote for another job I needed done, so I will use them again that’s for sure."
Sewer replacement Inside and out
Team at our new locations ribbon cutting
Expansion tank with new venting
New pipe continued
Whole house re pipe

+212

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Prince William Plumbing
5.0(
33
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Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently hired a plumbing company that came highly recommended by several individuals on Nextdoor. PRINCE WILLIAM PLUMBING is located in Nokesville, VA at 703-594-2440, they were prompt, reasonably priced, professional, and pleasant. A great experience and another happy customer. Many thanks to this family run business. Tech Dominic Webb 5 STARS"
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
3.9(
156
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Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1966

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Len The Plumber, LLC. is a leading plumbing and drain company serving Northern Virginia. Our certified professional plumbers are available same day to assist residential customers in Alexandria City, Arlington County, Fairfax County, Fredericksburg City, Loudon County, Manassas City, Prince William County, and Stafford County. Our knowledgeable plumbers have years of experience dealing with a wide variety of plumbing issues including plumbing repairs, drain cleaning, water heaters, well systems, heating systems, sewer, water, and gas lines. We?re open 7 days a week with no extra charge on evenings or weekends!

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Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Kozan Construction, LLC
4.6(
36
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Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The original project I hired them for was to replace leaky faucets in both the kitchen and bathroom. Frank, the owner, was responsive and professional. They scheduled the work promptly and showed up on time. Unexpected issues were discovered that required a second trip and additional work. They communicated everything clearly and the additional costs were handled separately and transparently. They also cleaned up after the work was done. I would hire them again."
Master bathroom walls and floor
Travertine tiles on Master bathrom
Cabinets and Counter Top
Kitchen Cabinets and Counter Top
Master Bathroom With Shower

+16

Response time10 mins
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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John C Flood LP.
4.4(
59
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Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1920

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Had an emergency as hvac unit started flooding basement. David Cannon came out from John C. Flood immediately, and cleared out the blockages to the pipes and drains, plus explained in a very easy way to understand about how often the filter needed to be changed with a new dog in the house. He was extremely knowledgeable and worked quickly. I will be calling John C. Flood again, especially knowing they are available 24/7 and knowing how competent their specialists are."
Tech Education
John C. Flood - Going to Work
John C. Flood - Teamwork
John C. Flood - Busy Morning
John C. Flood - Work Underway

+28

Response time2 hrs
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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SwiftPro Heating, Cooling & Plumbing
4.6(
87
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Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ten Stars! One of the best experiences I've ever had with HVAC work. David and Oscar performed the installation and they were great! Meticulous, clean, professional, fixed issues from previous installs, and explained everything in detail. Tyler was great too! Worked with me to come up with a great deal on a Trane system that exceeded my expectations. If anyone needs HVAC work, SwiftPro is the team you want!"
Air Conditioner Trane Unit Install
Duct Cleaning
Tri County Feeds Customized ducts and HVAC complete systems
Trane HVAC Heating & A/C Install
Trane Install Heating & AC Project. Dual-Fuel & Solar-Compatible Systems

+62

106 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by43%of homeowners
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Ninja Plumbing LLC
4.7(
14
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Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

"Charles was amazing! He was very communicative, kind, informative, and professional. He got to the root of the plumbing issue quickly and resolved it expertly. Highly recommend this company!!"
Tankless water heater
Tankless water heater
Tankless water heater
Tankless water heater
Tankless water heater

+3

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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Some homeowners use additives every month to help septic system performance, but according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the effectiveness of septic system and leach field additives is unknown. Further, additives made with organic solvents or alkali chemicals can actually be harmful to the necessary bacteria in a septic system.

Usually it’s fine to leave a toilet clogged overnight, as long as it’s not close to overflowing. In some cases, the extra time may give the clog time to work itself out. For example, if it’s caused by an excess of toilet paper, letting it sit could result in the clog dissolving and you may be able to simply flush it away by the time you wake up. 

Only let it sit though if you have more than one toilet in the home.

Snaking a drain can take as little as a few minutes for small, simple clogs, up to two hours or more for tough clogs located further down the drain line. For tougher clogs, a professional drain cleaner can likely get the job done much more quickly because they have the necessary tools and expertise. However, your drain cleaning pro might not be able to give you a firm time estimate until inspecting the clog and its surrounding plumbing.

To unclog the drain pipe, remove the machine's drain hose from the pipe or sink drain, being careful to contain any water in it. Next, use a plunger for sink drains or a plumbing snake for a wall drain. Test the repair by pouring a small amount of water into the pipe before trying it with a laundry load.

Snakes can occasionally enter homes through shower drains, although it’s quite rare. This can happen when they follow sewer pipes or accidentally find their way into plumbing systems. To minimize the risk, consider installing drain covers or stoppers on your shower drains. Always keep drains closed when they’re not in use, especially in areas where snakes are known to be active.

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