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Avatar for Ducky Drains LLC
Ducky Drains LLC
5.0(
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Serving Ballwin, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Main plumbing line in our warehouse was clogged. Could not use either bathroom. Ducky drains was fast and efficient and had everything back up and running in no time! I highly recommend this company. I personally would not use anyone else. "
Response time9 hrs
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Zoom Drain St. Louis
4.8(
66
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Serving Ballwin, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"the technician from zoom drain was great. He led me through the entire process, including clearing the clog, showing me with a camera the roots that caused the blockage in my sewer main, water jetting the line to remove the roots, and showing me the cleaned out line after he was done. 10/10 service."
Zoom Drain Residential
Zoom Drain Jetting
Zoom Drain Video Camera Inspection
Zoom Drain PowerSnaking
Zoom Drain Shower PowerSnaking

+9

Response time10 hrs
Response rate92%
217 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.6(
900
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Serving Ballwin, MO and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1935

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Service person, emptied the drain right under the sink (where the clog was). It was very expensive for the work that was done and the time involved. The drain was cleared and I have not had a problem since."
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+4

Response time11 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup - St. Louis
4.6(
1,785
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Serving Ballwin, MO and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1935

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

When you need an emergency plumber in St. Louis, 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.

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Roto Rooter- St. Louis

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46 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Hosack Plumbing Heating & Cooling
Hosack Plumbing Heating & Cooling
4.9(
320
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Serving Ballwin, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"We had a FREE estimate done by Hosack. when the technician arrived he was very friendly and clearly identified himself and his company. He listened to our needs and recommended the best solution for our shower problem. We hired him on the spot as I was very impressed with the professionalism of the technician Glenn. We accepted the estimate and they will be coming out on Monday to repair both of our showers and toilet. We are excited to have the work done by this awesome company and I am so glad that my friend referred me to you as well as seen your awesome reviews on Angie’s list. Thank you for being so easy to work with along with prompt and courteous. Also thank you to Glenn as we found out he is also a Marine. One other item to note as the technician was not a pushy sales person and did not try to make the sale. He even offered to leave the estimate and let us think about it and decide. It was just an extremely good experience and I was so pleased."
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Response time6 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Anton's Plumbing, Heating/Cooling & Energy Experts
Anton's Plumbing, Heating/Cooling & Energy Experts
4.8(
460
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Serving Ballwin, MO and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Craig and Ethan did a nice job replacing a drain pipe today damaged by a water main break and causing a leak into the basement . They were knowledgeable, neat, and efficient. A very good hvac company provides relysbke plumbing service too!"
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+18

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Ballwin, MO

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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