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Aaron's Plumbing & Rooter
4.8(
103
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Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"William, the technician, is very thorough and willing to help. Aaron ,the owner, is extremely helpful and willing to make the overall experience positive. Both William and Aaron were always willing to answer further questions either by text or phone call."
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Sink Fixture Install
Bathroom Remodel
Kitchen faucet fixture repair
Shower Ugrade

+108

Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
81 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Aleman Plumbing, Inc
4.8(
41
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Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Carlos was excellent explained every step cleared all of our problems for the agreed upon price on 57 year old plumbing.. I am very happy with my new kitchen faucet and drain and repaired shower drain... I will be calling this business for my plumbing issuse from now on as our other plumber finally retired.."
Grease trap
Replacement grease trap
Replacement grease trap
Replacement grease trap
Attic leak

+11

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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My Plumber Inc
4.7(
129
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Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

My Plumber Inc is a family owned business. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will ensure that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Pacific Sewer & Drain Inc.
5.0(
7
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Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marty and team are wonderful. I try to use them for all drainage, septic and sewer issues. He has repaired septic tanks, installed new septic tanks and solved numerous sewer drain issues for me."
Septic tank install
Leech field
Hydro jetting
Snaking
Televising

+4

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Mainline Hunter CCTV
5.0(
9
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Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My overall experience with Mainline Hunter CCTV has been Extremely Positive. Every aspect of their service has been "Top Notch". From the initial Call to the Complete Work Detail. Each representative of this company has been Professional. The dispatch, contact, work detail, clean up and review of work performed as impeccable. This company is a "Class Act". Integrity comes to mind. They take pride in their work and they never bad mouth the previous workmanship. We were in need of a competent company to correct previous plumbing work that had failed. This company visited promptly and ascertained our needs and offered their procedures to rectify our current issues. Working from home and concerns about Noise, I had to reschedule the repair. Not an issue at all. Very understanding and explained the whole repair process, cleanup needed & Time line. I have a more personable relaxed approach to things, yet every person maintained a professional demeanor. Very Pleased Struck Gold"
Two-Way Cleanout
Cast Iron Replace
Camera Inspection
Rinnai Tankless
Aquasure

+3

19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carlos Plumbing & Rooter
5.0(
3
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Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Carlos was great — very professional, arrived on time, provided a reasonable quote, and quickly cleared my drain issue. He also gave me several long-term solutions to help prevent future problems. Highly recommend his services"
Tankless Water Heater
Moen Flow Leak Deatector
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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1-800-Plumber + Air Monterey
5.0(
1
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Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

1-800-Plumber +Air Monterey is focused on being the BEST! It's not about being better than everyone else, instead our focus is on providing you with the fast, dependable plumbing and emergency services when you need it most. Our goal is to give you the BEST experience you have ever received from a service based business.\n

Navien 230A
Nuvo H20
Sewer clean out installation
Response time7 hrs
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Carmel, CA

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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