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Drain clog or blockage clearers in Ames

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HT Plumbing
2716 SE 5th St, Ste 1
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HT Plumbing
2716 SE 5th St, Ste 1
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22 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 30 years of experience serving the Ames area, HT Plumbing is your solution for all your Plumbing needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Call us today! Satisfaction guaranteed.

With over 30 years of experience serving the Ames area, HT Plumbing is your solution for all your Plumbing needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Call us today! Satisfaction guaranteed.


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Schaal Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
5670 NW Beaver Dr
4.95(
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Schaal Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
5670 NW Beaver Dr
4.95(
22
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
123 local quotes requested

You may know us by the catchiness of our slogan, but we hope you end up knowing us by the quality of our service. The number to call for exceptional air conditioning and heating services in Des Moines, IA is ours. Not only do the professional HVAC technicians at Schaal Plumbing, Heating and Cooling excel in the installation and replacement of heating and air conditioning systems, but they also offer exceptional repair and maintenance services in order to keep those systems functioning as well as possible. Schaal Plumbing, Heating and Cooling provides air conditioning and heating services in the Des Moines, IA and Cedar Rapids, IA areas.

"The first time that routine service was needed, Zach Graves did the work. He was so knowledgeable and efficiency, I have always asked for him since. Excellent experience."

Ray B on September 2024

You may know us by the catchiness of our slogan, but we hope you end up knowing us by the quality of our service. The number to call for exceptional air conditioning and heating services in Des Moines, IA is ours. Not only do the professional HVAC technicians at Schaal Plumbing, Heating and Cooling excel in the installation and replacement of heating and air conditioning systems, but they also offer exceptional repair and maintenance services in order to keep those systems functioning as well as possible. Schaal Plumbing, Heating and Cooling provides air conditioning and heating services in the Des Moines, IA and Cedar Rapids, IA areas.

"The first time that routine service was needed, Zach Graves did the work. He was so knowledgeable and efficiency, I have always asked for him since. Excellent experience."

Ray B on September 2024


The Home Pro
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The Home Pro
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72 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

The Home Pro is owner operated and we are a company that values good customer service. We are responsive, communicative, and willing to address any concerns or questions you have throughout the project. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!

The Home Pro is owner operated and we are a company that values good customer service. We are responsive, communicative, and willing to address any concerns or questions you have throughout the project. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!


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KBS Remodeling & Restoration
405 SE Magazine Road Suite 103
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KBS Remodeling & Restoration
405 SE Magazine Road Suite 103
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512 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

Kitchen & Bath Solutions is your complete Design-Build firm! We are a full service Remodeling Company, training each worker to be an expert in his/her field. Our in house team combines Design Expertise with decades of Remodeling Experience to ensure each homeowner receives a pleasant remodeling experience catered to their home!

Kitchen & Bath Solutions is your complete Design-Build firm! We are a full service Remodeling Company, training each worker to be an expert in his/her field. Our in house team combines Design Expertise with decades of Remodeling Experience to ensure each homeowner receives a pleasant remodeling experience catered to their home!


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Central Iowa Contractor Services LLC
Located In:
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Central Iowa Contractor Services LLC
Located In:
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
318 local quotes requested

All Iowa Contractor Services is general contractor services based out of Ankeny Iowa. We are both insured and licensed. We specialize in insulation doing everything from blow in attic insulation for energy rebates, new construction insulation and also steele building/pole barns. We also build homes in the Des Moines area both speck and custom builds.We also specialize in basement and overall remodels being able to offer competitive prices based on the fact that our crew does much of the work without need to subcontract.

"Bathrooms are beautiful! Great construction crew!"

Nancy w on March 2025

All Iowa Contractor Services is general contractor services based out of Ankeny Iowa. We are both insured and licensed. We specialize in insulation doing everything from blow in attic insulation for energy rebates, new construction insulation and also steele building/pole barns. We also build homes in the Des Moines area both speck and custom builds.We also specialize in basement and overall remodels being able to offer competitive prices based on the fact that our crew does much of the work without need to subcontract.

"Bathrooms are beautiful! Great construction crew!"

Nancy w on March 2025


Scott's Home Renewal
676 44th St
4.57(
175
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Scott's Home Renewal
676 44th St
4.57(
175
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Customers say: Quality work
755 local quotes requested
31 years of experience

Owner operated. Uses subs for labor & large jobs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service charges. May contact through email.

"Andy's crew is very professional and did a great job. My home was difficult to get drywall into. They carried each sheet upstairs. Walls finished very well. Dedicated spray equipment created smooth application of knock down texture. Ceilings Looks great. No damage. No surprises. Priced right, but they weren't the cheapest option. On time. No excuses. They protected my property and cleaned up after themselves. As a property manager, I will definitely use Scott's again."

Diane L on September 2018

Owner operated. Uses subs for labor & large jobs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service charges. May contact through email.

"Andy's crew is very professional and did a great job. My home was difficult to get drywall into. They carried each sheet upstairs. Walls finished very well. Dedicated spray equipment created smooth application of knock down texture. Ceilings Looks great. No damage. No surprises. Priced right, but they weren't the cheapest option. On time. No excuses. They protected my property and cleaned up after themselves. As a property manager, I will definitely use Scott's again."

Diane L on September 2018


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Redcorn Construction Services
988 Mink Lane
5.00(
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Redcorn Construction Services
988 Mink Lane
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
199 local quotes requested

We are a fully licensed, insured and bonded plumbing and general contracting company. We specialize in bathroom updates and renovations but we can build or fix just about anything. We work with other skilled tradesman in all aspects of the construction industry to ensure top notch craftmanship. We pride ourselves on suppling and installing American made products whenever possible and our customer satisfaction second to none!

"The project went very smoothly for us. After being contacted Redcorn immediately sent someone to get an estimate and an idea of the project to be completed. In a timely manner we received an estimate from them that was considerably better than the other estimates we received. We were very impressed with their explanation of their work, their efficiency of the work completed, and their overall communication throughout. They made our project feel like a priority, especially since it was a tiling job in December. We appreciate working with them."

Wyatt Z on December 2024

We are a fully licensed, insured and bonded plumbing and general contracting company. We specialize in bathroom updates and renovations but we can build or fix just about anything. We work with other skilled tradesman in all aspects of the construction industry to ensure top notch craftmanship. We pride ourselves on suppling and installing American made products whenever possible and our customer satisfaction second to none!

"The project went very smoothly for us. After being contacted Redcorn immediately sent someone to get an estimate and an idea of the project to be completed. In a timely manner we received an estimate from them that was considerably better than the other estimates we received. We were very impressed with their explanation of their work, their efficiency of the work completed, and their overall communication throughout. They made our project feel like a priority, especially since it was a tiling job in December. We appreciate working with them."

Wyatt Z on December 2024


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Bedwell Builders
5.00(
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Bedwell Builders
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
255 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Accountable, great trouble shooting. Personable and honest!"

Michelle H on January 2024

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Accountable, great trouble shooting. Personable and honest!"

Michelle H on January 2024


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Bell Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.
2822 6th Ave
4.62(
73
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Bell Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.
2822 6th Ave
4.62(
73
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
601 local quotes requested
70 years of experience

Since 1955, Bell Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning of Des Moines has been the trusted expert in providing Central Iowa with complete indoor HVAC comfort solutions for homes and businesses — including heating and cooling design, installation, service, furnace and AC repair, maintenance programs, indoor air management and more. We are the ONLY Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer in the Des Moines area, so we offer high-efficiency, quality equipment. And as an owner-managed business, customer service is our No. 1 priority. Call us 24/7 at 515-244-8911.

"Called once and said they would follow up but never did."

Jacob W on April 2025

Since 1955, Bell Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning of Des Moines has been the trusted expert in providing Central Iowa with complete indoor HVAC comfort solutions for homes and businesses — including heating and cooling design, installation, service, furnace and AC repair, maintenance programs, indoor air management and more. We are the ONLY Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer in the Des Moines area, so we offer high-efficiency, quality equipment. And as an owner-managed business, customer service is our No. 1 priority. Call us 24/7 at 515-244-8911.

"Called once and said they would follow up but never did."

Jacob W on April 2025


Southern Oaks Construction
5.00(
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Southern Oaks Construction
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
537 local quotes requested

Family owned business with over 20 years of experience handling all you Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom - Room Additions- Siding - Roofing.

"Great work - perfect!"

Ruby k on August 2024

Family owned business with over 20 years of experience handling all you Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom - Room Additions- Siding - Roofing.

"Great work - perfect!"

Ruby k on August 2024

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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Ames, IA

It may only take five minutes to snake a drain for loose clogs near the tub, toilet, or sink basin. However, clogs near the main line can take hours to resolve, especially if they affect multiple pipes. Plumbers have the skills, experience, and equipment to get the job faster, though you may pay a premium for their help.

Sometimes, using a snake to unclog a drain can cause more damage than intended. Too much force risks scratching the surface and damaging the coating, which could eventually cause cracks to develop. Depending on what’s obstructing the drain, the snake could worsen the problem by jamming the debris tighter and further down the pipe. It’s best to hire a pro with experience tackling a variety of clogged pipes.

One of the easiest and most effective ways to prevent clogged drains is to install snug mesh screens over the drain openings in your sinks, bath, and shower. This tool prevents hair, food particles, and other solid items from entering the drain and forming clogs. A non-corrosive bacteriological drain cleaner is also a smart option to reduce the chances you’ll need to absorb the cost of unclogging a drain.

Hiring a Roto-Rooter professional for drain-clearing services costs between $160 and $450, depending on the complexity of the project. Roto-Rooter costs to snake drains are usually charged on a flat rate basis rather than an hourly fee. These job estimates may include the price of the sewer inspection and the Roto-Rooter sewer line cleaning cost. However, they do not cover the additional cost of repairs or parts replacement. 

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