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Last update on November 02, 2025

Reviewed in July 2024
Shannon did an outstanding job, he was brought on for one job and I hired him to complete a total of 3 for me. Site prep, land clearing, irrigation/french drain, and grading. Excellent communication and great quality of work. Highly recommend him to anyone needing his services.
Superior Services Contracting LLC
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Reviewed in January 2023
Had to do a complete repipe of a 2-story, 3 bathroom home. Lots of choices for this work in Orange County; my criteria for making a choice included high quality work and timeliness as well as plumbing prowess and cost. Drain Town Rooter has good documented performance on the internet and a...
Drain Town Rooter
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Reviewed in September 2021
All in home systems checked and serviced as needed. Lub, oil, filter etc. so to speak. Mike’s field service crew are first rate. I have had them replace motors, check outside A/C equipment etc. All well done for good price. Also plumbing work (drain line); replace a section of water service line...
Mike's Mechanical
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Reviewed in April 2016
Jason McGee of Robinsnest Landscape Services is one of a half dozen licensed and approved contractors for septic installation in Clallam county. I sent requests for bid to a half dozen contractors in the Sequim area, 3 responded, and only Jason took the initiative to call me in response to my...
Robinsnest Landscaping Services Inc
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Reviewed in October 2015
Patrick used process of elimination to determine that no major leaks were from pipes and drains in upstairs bathroom. He checked the grout and area where tub meets floor and found cracks in grout around tub and tile and holes in sealant between tub and floor.
Day Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in September 2015
This is the second time we have used them. The first time was just for a simple haul away of tree trimmings. After having a new wall installed in spring, we didn't know that those contractors had removed a French drain, and when we called them, they were very unresponsive. We didn't realize...
Lebon Lawn Service
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Reviewed in July 2015
Totally professional company. Same day service, even though it wasn't an emergency. The first plumber arrived, sized up the situation and went back to the shop for equipment and help. The tub drain was backing up and leaking under the bathroom sink. We needed the drain pipes cleaned, and...
Angeles Plumbing
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Reviewed in July 2014
I am an out of the area landlord that needed a tenants drain cleaned. Not only was I able to get service scheduled immediately in his busy schedule he was able to get the job done quickly without the overinflated service price of other local competitors for a quick in and out project. We...
Clearwater Rooter Service LLC
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Reviewed in February 2014
We had scheduled an appointment to have our septic tank drained. The technician came to our house, he had to walk up our driveway. He was not able to get his truck up our ice covered driveway. We had uncovered the tank and the tech did open the tank and determined we could wait until Spring to...
Busscher's Septic Tank & Excavating Service, Inc
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Reviewed in July 2013
shower drain in master br.was not hookedup dumping water in to crawlspace under home,valve in main bath was not properly installed allowing only cold water to shower,all sinks installed using silcone to seal drain,white silcone bead applied between sink and brown tile counter top bleeding into...
Silverdale Plumbing & Heating Inc
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Bath Planet

6713 West Clearwater Ave

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Bath Planet

6713 West Clearwater Ave

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Customers say: Quality work

23 local quotes requested

14 years of experience

Transform Your Bathroom with the Experts You Can Trust! With years of trusted experience serving communities through Washington and North East Idaho, Bath Planet by Northwest Bath Specialist, LLC is your go-to team for beautiful, stress-free bathroom remodels. Whether you're looking to upgrade your tub, convert it to a sleek new shower, or add the comfort and safety of a walk-in tub ? we're here to help. We proudly carry the Good Housekeeping Seal and offer a limited lifetime warranty on every installation. ? Call today to schedule your FREE in-home consultation! Spokane Office: 1-509-581-0665 Learn more: www.washingtonbathroomremodeling.com Our Services: Bathtub Replacements Custom Showers Walk-in Tubs Tub-to-Shower Conversions

"We just hired them, so do not yet have the shower installed. Gregg is very knowledgeable about the product and listened to what we were looking for. He then helped us to design our dream shower. I will upload pictures and our final thoughts once we have it installed."

Jennifer D on March 2025

"We just hired them, so do not yet have the shower installed. Gregg is very knowledgeable about the product and listened to what we were looking for. He then helped us to design our dream shower. I will upload pictures and our final thoughts once we have it installed."

Jennifer D on March 2025

Delta Van Lines Inc

2221 Forsyth Rd

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Delta Van Lines Inc

2221 Forsyth Rd

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Customers say: Super punctual

26 years of experience

Delta Van Lines one of the most trusted Nationwide movers provides the first-class treatment that your belongings deserve. Our moving company offers a variety of moving services that can be customized based on your specific requirements. Are you looking for a local or state-to-state moving solution? Choose Delta Van Lines to ensure your moving experience is absolutely smooth and free from any kind of stress or confusion. If you are looking for someone to facilitate a residential or corporate relocation or a local or long distance move, Delta Van Lines is the name you can count on for impeccable quality of moving services Here at Delta Van Lines, customer satisfaction is our number one priority. We look forward to assisting you with all your moving needs! Call us today for a free quote at 800-544-1380

"very smoothly"

Sukran A on August 2018

"very smoothly"

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GARY'S PLUMBING INC

3240 E Highway 101

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GARY'S PLUMBING INC

3240 E Highway 101

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Welcome to Gary's Plumbing! We are a full service plumbing company offering complete new construction plumbing, remodeling, or repairs. No job is too big or too small for us. Some of the services we offer are * Sewer and Drain Line Installations * Jetters * Sewer Camera * Sewer Line Locating * Leak Locating * Water Heaters * Built In Vacuums For all your plumbing needs, give us a call today!

all around handyman service, specializing in minor home repair and maintenance.

Rescue Plumbing LLC

3080 Bell Road Northeast

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Rescue Plumbing LLC

3080 Bell Road Northeast

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37 years of experience

Rescue Plumbing LLC in Moses Lake Delivers quality Plumbers Water Heaters for all your Plumbing needs.A quality plumber for all your plumbing needs.Plumbers in Moses Lake and surrounding areas.Plumber Moses Lake,Plumbers Moses Lake,Plumbing Moses Lake,Water Heaters Moses Lake,Water Heater Moses Lake,Plumber,Plumbers,Plumbing,Water Heaters,Water Heater,Moses Lake Plumber,Moses Lake Plumbers,Moses Lake Plumbing,Moses Lake Water Heaters,Moses Lake Water Heater

Taylor Plumbing & Water Conditioning Inc.

141 Loomis Rd.

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Taylor Plumbing & Water Conditioning Inc.

141 Loomis Rd.

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15 years of experience

Taylor Plumbing is a diverse company! We do small jobs such as service and repair and commercial construction.

JBC Group Solutions Inc

PO Box 496

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JBC Group Solutions Inc

PO Box 496

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Customers say: Quality work

18 years of experience

1-888-JBC-ON-TIME (888-522-6684). 26 employees in Portland area. No subs used. Payment may be made via PayPal.

A-1 Energy Efficiency Consulting

4215 26th Ave SW

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A-1 Energy Efficiency Consulting

4215 26th Ave SW

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14 years of experience

I am a Certified in Energy Efficiency,Renewable Energy and Green building Construction through Edmond's community college. Energy Star Partner. Additional email - [email protected].

Mike's Heating and Air Conditioning

635 5th St

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Mike's Heating and Air Conditioning

635 5th St

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45 years of experience

Mike's Heating has been in business since 1980 and we employee 60 highly trained mechanics. We do residential and commercial with all divisions.

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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Start by unscrewing the overflow valve, which is located on the wall of your tub between the floor drain and the tub spout. Gently insert a plumbing snake down into the pipe, move it back and forth, and pull it out. Remove any hair, debris, and soap scum that comes out with it. Repeat the process until the snake comes out clean, and then reinstall the cap on your overflow valve.

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.

While you don’t have to run out and immediately buy a new toilet at the first sign of a clog, if the toilet keeps clogging because it’s a low-flow or poorly designed model, a new toilet may be the way to go. If your toilet keeps clogging, you can try using less toilet paper, adjusting the fill valve, checking the toilet vent pipe on the roof, and using a toilet auger to make sure nothing is stuck in the pipe or trap.

The P-trap (or S-trap in older homes) under your shower is designed to prevent sewer gas from coming back up, so you shouldn’t normally experience foul odors coming from your shower drain. If you do, the vent stack that introduces air into your plumbing system may be clogged, or you may have a more severe sewer main blockage. In either case, hire a plumber to fix the issue for you.

To get rid of a sewer smell in your crawl space, you’ll have to find the source of the problem. If it has to do with your sewer lines, then repairing the line will help. You may need to make other repairs, like fixing your sump pump or encapsulating your crawl space to reduce moisture. After you make the repair, depending on the issue, you may still need to clean out your crawl space to get rid of the stink.

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How Much Will It Cost to Clean My Drain? [2025 Data]
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Baking soda and vinegar are like two peas in a pod when it comes to clogs. Keep reading to learn how to unclog a sink with baking soda and vinegar.