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George's Drains, Inc.
4.9(
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business

Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had a clogged drain backflowing into both showers. I have an older home that is notoriously hard to work on. Cameron had no problems. The whole experience was great. I would definitely recommend Georgeâ s Drains to anyone."
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+60

Response time2 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Jack L Woods Plumbing Co Inc
4.8(
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Drain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate - For Business

Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Customers say: Super punctual

"I had a corroded shut off valve that was starting to drip. I called columbus water day of appointment to shut off water to the house, then called Jack L. Plumbers to let them know it was off. The plumber came out and changed the valve fairly quickly, cleaned up any mess, and was professional to deal with. The cost was very good considering another company told me they would do it for twice that, which didn’t sound right for a normal service call. Jack L was scheduling two weeks out, so if you need something done soon, call in to get on the calendar."
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup - Columbus
4.2(
443
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+1 more

Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1935

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Mr. and Mrs. Plumbing Services, LLC
4.6(
314
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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business

Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They called to let us know that they would be running late, which was really nice. A lot of times places just miss their windows with no notice. It was nice to have two plumbers on the job and they made quick work of our clogged drain. They found the clog about 35ft in but went the extra step and cleared out all 75 ft of pipe that their auger would reach. They cleaned up after themselves and looked at a small other leak we had. All and all it was a great job, my only complaint is the pricing. When I called to make the appointment he said anywhere from $150-$250 but was informed by the tech that it was going to be $275 due to the use of automatic auger. Seemed pricey. I at least had a coupon for $$ off a service."
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+71

Response time4 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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DrainCo LLC
4.6(
12
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a clogged drain and called this company for help. They showed up on time, explained what was causing the issue, and fixed it quickly. The worker was professional, polite, and made sure everything was working before leaving. The price was fair, and the whole process was stress-free. I?m very satisfied with their work and would definitely use their service again"
Cleanout install
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate86%
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Drain Cleaning FAQs

On average, a plumber will take 30 minutes to two hours to clear a clogged drain. If the clog is located close to the drain or an access point and isn’t severe, the project will take about half an hour. If the clog is deep within your plumbing system or is a severe blockage, it can take two or more hours to remove the clog. For this reason, main line clogs tend to take longer, usually between two and three hours.

It’s possible to snake minor drain clogs yourself, provided they sit within a foot or two of the drain itself, but it’s usually best to hire a professional plumber regardless. Even experienced DIYers have a high chance of accidentally pushing the clog further into the drain using a drain snake or another tool, so hiring a plumber is the ideal course of action. A professional plumber can use camera equipment to locate and identify the clog, and remove the entire blockage to fix your issue permanently.

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.

Applying drain cleaner is a common DIY solution to clogged drains, but it can be extremely harmful to your pipes and lead to corrosion and leaks. It is almost always better to try snaking a clog than using a drain cleaner, but the best solution is to hire a professional plumber. They can locate the clog and gauge the severity using a camera system and then decide if using a plumber’s snake, auger, or drain cleaner is the best option to remove the clog and limit damage to your plumbing system.

The average cost to unclog a drain is around $200, with prices ranging between $110 and $800, depending on the type of drain and the extent of the clog. Hiring a professional to snake the toilet or sink will usually cost between $110 and $275, a bathtub or shower typically costs around $225, and a main line clog can cost between $100 and $800 based on the severity of the clog and how far beyond the access point the clog sits. Since the labor involved varies, most plumbers will charge an hourly rate for drain cleaning.

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