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Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain of West Omaha
5.0(
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Serving Ames, NE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great interaction with the folks at Bluefrog Plumbing & drain. Very easy to get ahold of. Would recommend to others!"
Sewer Repipe
Reverse Osmosis
Family and Van
Family and Van
Backflow Testing

+14

Response time5 hrs
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Element 86 Mitigation LLC
5.0(
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Serving Ames, NE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Element 86 Mitigation LLC
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Jackat Drains - Home Facebook
4.9(
5
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Serving Ames, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Services start at $85!\n\nWe unclog drains of all sorts. We work extremely hard for the owner and always have the owner's best interest at heart. Our long term vision is for us to become a go to company with capabilities to do multiple types of projects.\n \nWe pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade\n \nWe provide exceptional service to the surrounding areas. Always taking pride in all of our services. Whatever your needs may be, you can count on our company to leave you satisfied and happy. Our customer satisfaction is our top priority. We will earn your trust for a lifetime. We believe in making all clients repeat clients.\n \nCall us today you'll be relieved you did. Thank you

Main Line
P Trap
Sludge in the line
Snaking the sink line
Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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402Plumbing Services
4.9(
13
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Serving Ames, NE and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Young company looking to do great work at an affordable price. \nI take pride in my work, as I do in my word. If your not Happy, don't pay a dime.\nSpecializing in Plumbing services, we guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!\n\nShow support and Give us a call!

Water Heaters Project
Kitchen Remodel
Copper Water lines replace
Wasn't done here, but you can see what the job consists of.
Replacement W/O Water heater $950 Or Labor cost $450

+33

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JDS Plumbing & Drain Service, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Ames, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

We're dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

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

Snaking a simple clog near a tub, toilet, or sink often takes about five minutes. Deeper blockages along the main line can stretch the job to a few hours because the pro must feed extra cable and may need a camera to confirm the pipe is clear. Either way, specialized tools help pros work quickly and keep your drains running for the long haul.

Aggressive snaking can scratch pipes, push debris deeper, or even crack older lines. That risk is low with an experienced plumber who matches the cable size to the pipe and eases the snake through bends instead of forcing it. If you’re unsure of your technique—or your pipes are already fragile—calling a licensed pro is the safest, and often cheapest, move.

Start with simple barriers: mesh screens on every tub, shower, and sink keep hair, food bits, and jewelry out of the pipes. Skip harsh chemicals; a monthly flush with hot (not boiling) water clears light buildup without damaging plastic lines. Finally, practice smart disposal—no grease, wipes, or kitty litter down the drain—and schedule routine cleanings if you have older plumbing.

Roto‑Rooter typically charges a flat $160 to $450 for standard snaking, which may include a quick sewer inspection and basic clean‑out. Exact pricing depends on the clog’s location and complexity. Repairs or part replacements fall outside that flat fee, so ask for a line‑item estimate if your tech spots broken pipe sections or recommends additional work.

Most liquid cleaners rely on caustic chemicals that eat through hair and grime—but they also erode metal and even some plastics over time. Repeated use strips protective pipe coatings and can leave you with leaks or premature failures. If hot water or a plunger doesn’t help, call a plumber for mechanical removal instead of pouring more chemicals down the line.

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