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Gardner Plumbing LLC
4.6(
36
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Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"About four years ago, I had my sewer line cleaned by another local company. At that time, the person doing the cleaning bent his augur on â somethingâ and drew back mud. He told me that they would have to rip down my retaining wall and repair my line as â itâ s broken and you need a new sewer lineâ . Being retired and disabled, I was not able to afford it, so I bought a hand augur and did my own line but I could never get past 30 feet in doing the line. Lately there has been more back up and the line was not draining much at all. I called in a national company to clean the line and they also suggested running the camera down it and seeing where the damage---possible collapsed clay pipe?â was. After analyzing reviews online for trenchless sewer repair, as I did not want to rip down an over 100 year old stone retaining wall, I decided to call Gardner Plumbing and have them camera the line. The sewer was full of water to the top of the floor drain, and when Kevin came out he meticulously augured that sewer line for close to four and a half hours until it was clear and even made it to the main sewer line under the street. In doing so, he removed an unbelievable long thick root that was in the line that I can best describe as looking like a root from a Redwood tree! He then ran the camera as far as he could and there was no damage at all to the line: a few cracks, but no damage/breakage whatsoever! Instead of costing thousands of dollars to replace the line, I was charged a reasonable amount for the augur of the line and the camera. I highly praise this work that Kevin did and I thank him and Gardner Plumbing for being honest and not immediately trying to convince me on getting a new sewer line when I didnâ t really need to replace it. I will use this company in the future and will tell my neighbors about the greatâ and honestâ work that Gardner did. Thank you Gardner, you have a new happy customer now! ï"
Response time2 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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BP Plumbing
5.0(
13
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Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had a great experience working with Best Plumber! We had a clogged sewer line and they took care of it super quick. Staff was very friendly and efficient. Definitely will hire again for any other plumbing needs!!"
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Response time1 day
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Plumbing Services
4.7(
24
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Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cale is always on time and never missed an appointment. He is quick to get back to me when I call or text. His work is excellent and his prices are fair. There has never been a problem he couldn’t fix in the 10+ years he has been providing plumbing services for me. He is trustworthy and I feel safe leaving him alone in our home. I highly recommend Cale and have done so with many of my family members and friends."
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+11

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by56%of homeowners
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JR Handyman Services
New to Angi

Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Welcome to JR Handyman Services! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!\n

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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Elect Plumbing and Drain, LLC
4.9(
80
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Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Steve was on time and completed the project quickly. I enjoyed working with him and his son and when I need any plumbing work in the future I will definitely contact them. You can’t find a better plumber. Thanks Steve. Tom S."
Protecting the existing landscape.
Separated sewer
Repaired pipe
Bedded pipe connections
Finished

+3

Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rooter Pros LLC
5.0(
19
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Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very nice and professional. Spoke to me like I've known them for years. Very knowledgeable and gave me a starting point for my home repairs."
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Response time50 mins
Response rate97%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Rapid Rooter Plumbing
4.8(
86
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Serving Athens, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We made a great choice when we hired Rapid Rooter! Our older home had clogs in the old cast iron pipes. They came out and replaced them in just one day. Great price ,Great service!"
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Athens, TN

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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