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Rick's Plumbing
5038 Jenkins Road
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Rick's Plumbing
5038 Jenkins Road
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
10 years of experience

With extensive experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We are locally owned and understand the importance of building a lifelong relationship with our clients. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in home improvement and other projects. With extensive experience, we take an enormous amount of pride in the attention of detail put into each of the projects we are involved in. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business practices. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. Call us today for a quote! Give Rick's Plumbing a call today!

"Very knowledgeable and able to fix the plumbing issue the same day. Reasonable cost to fix."

Sandra W on January 2023

With extensive experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We are locally owned and understand the importance of building a lifelong relationship with our clients. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in home improvement and other projects. With extensive experience, we take an enormous amount of pride in the attention of detail put into each of the projects we are involved in. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business practices. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. Call us today for a quote! Give Rick's Plumbing a call today!

"Very knowledgeable and able to fix the plumbing issue the same day. Reasonable cost to fix."

Sandra W on January 2023


The Homeworks Doctor
7690 Stonehedge Ln
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
The Homeworks Doctor
7690 Stonehedge Ln
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
30 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

The Homeworks Doctor, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I recently hired The Homeworks Doctor to repair a mal-functioning exhaust fan in my master bathroom. Roy clearly explained how to identify the model and where to obtain a replacement fan/motor assembly. His guidance avoided a lot of unnecessary construction and duct work, saving me hundreds of dollars. Roy was professional and responsive throughout the process, and my fan is now fully operational. Highly recommend!"

Alan R on October 2024

The Homeworks Doctor, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I recently hired The Homeworks Doctor to repair a mal-functioning exhaust fan in my master bathroom. Roy clearly explained how to identify the model and where to obtain a replacement fan/motor assembly. His guidance avoided a lot of unnecessary construction and duct work, saving me hundreds of dollars. Roy was professional and responsive throughout the process, and my fan is now fully operational. Highly recommend!"

Alan R on October 2024


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The MES Construction
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The MES Construction
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New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We specialize and Bathroom and Kitchen Remodels. Fastest sheet rocking and finishing in the area. Light fixtures and recess lighting specialist.

We specialize and Bathroom and Kitchen Remodels. Fastest sheet rocking and finishing in the area. Light fixtures and recess lighting specialist.


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Prime Heating and Air, LLC
6780 Northern Blvd
4.96(
103
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Approved Pro
Prime Heating and Air, LLC
6780 Northern Blvd
4.96(
103
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers
335 local quotes requested

2016-2020 Super Service Winners! Owner Duane Carr has worked in the HVAC industry since graduating from Thaddeus Stevens State College of Technology in 1997. Duane started Prime Heating and Air Conditioning to provide Syracuse and the CNY Region with a local, independently owned HVAC company that earns the trust of its customers by doing quality work at reasonable prices. With Duane's commitment to family and community, he's built his business to include his two brothers, Neal and Eric, to provide outstanding service and local community support.

"I called and my timing must have been perfect. 2 technicians showed up 30 minutes later. They put on shoe covers which I appreciate. They opened up the unit and checked the flame and spark. That must have been enough since the unit started working. They checked to make sure the propane was flowing and cleaned the condensation pan. Within 30 minutes after arriving, they were done. I plan to have them come back in a couple of months to maintain the ductless splits for this summer. What they charge for the service is very reasonable given that I had contacted a competitor and received a quote that more than 2x what I paid."

Mimi M on March 2022

2016-2020 Super Service Winners! Owner Duane Carr has worked in the HVAC industry since graduating from Thaddeus Stevens State College of Technology in 1997. Duane started Prime Heating and Air Conditioning to provide Syracuse and the CNY Region with a local, independently owned HVAC company that earns the trust of its customers by doing quality work at reasonable prices. With Duane's commitment to family and community, he's built his business to include his two brothers, Neal and Eric, to provide outstanding service and local community support.

"I called and my timing must have been perfect. 2 technicians showed up 30 minutes later. They put on shoe covers which I appreciate. They opened up the unit and checked the flame and spark. That must have been enough since the unit started working. They checked to make sure the propane was flowing and cleaned the condensation pan. Within 30 minutes after arriving, they were done. I plan to have them come back in a couple of months to maintain the ductless splits for this summer. What they charge for the service is very reasonable given that I had contacted a competitor and received a quote that more than 2x what I paid."

Mimi M on March 2022


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JLC Contracting LLC
5.00(
20
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Approved Pro
JLC Contracting LLC
5.00(
20
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
435 local quotes requested

JLC Contracting is a professional service provider for home owners and businesses. Our main focus is seeing the clients vision and bringing it to life. We our proud to serve Syracuse and its surrounding areas. Our experience and craftsmanship we bring is an important aspect of our company. We take pride in what we do and offer peace of mind to our customers. JLC Contracting is a licensed and fully insured company. We guarantee our workmanship and craftsmanship and our customers can rely on. Our company takes every job serious and handles it professionally no matter how big or how small it is. Owner has over 20 years experience in the field and brings along skilled workers to each job.

"This business communication with us during the entire project was very good which made the transition very good. I am and will be having these type of services done again!! Thank you!"

Justin M on January 2025

JLC Contracting is a professional service provider for home owners and businesses. Our main focus is seeing the clients vision and bringing it to life. We our proud to serve Syracuse and its surrounding areas. Our experience and craftsmanship we bring is an important aspect of our company. We take pride in what we do and offer peace of mind to our customers. JLC Contracting is a licensed and fully insured company. We guarantee our workmanship and craftsmanship and our customers can rely on. Our company takes every job serious and handles it professionally no matter how big or how small it is. Owner has over 20 years experience in the field and brings along skilled workers to each job.

"This business communication with us during the entire project was very good which made the transition very good. I am and will be having these type of services done again!! Thank you!"

Justin M on January 2025


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Modern Impressions Construction Inc.
4.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Modern Impressions Construction Inc.
4.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
355 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

Family owned business with over 20 years of experience handling all your Remodeling needs- kitchen and bath, room additions, countertops, marble and granite, painting, plumbing, electrical, decks, flooring, tile, finished basements, game rooms.

"Never showed up for written estimate"

William S on April 2024

Family owned business with over 20 years of experience handling all your Remodeling needs- kitchen and bath, room additions, countertops, marble and granite, painting, plumbing, electrical, decks, flooring, tile, finished basements, game rooms.

"Never showed up for written estimate"

William S on April 2024


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WPP Building and Design
3.88(
8
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Approved Pro
WPP Building and Design
3.88(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
1306 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

We guarantee your satisfaction from start to finish. We Build, and You'll be Thrilled. Builders - Homes, Remodeling - General, Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom -

"Terrible. He broke a valve resulting in a flooded bathroom floor and left an open, leaking pipe that dripped into the basement through an open hole. My family is still without a toilet in that bathroom. The shower basin was the wrong size, so he was going to cut studs near electrical wiring to make it fit. I said that I wanted a Toto toilet. He bought a cheap brand for $150, a brand I have never heard of. We found the receipt in the bathroom. He had many reasons as to why he kept getting detained, one because he said he needed more money. The contract stated 50 percent at signing, another 25 percent upon completion of demo, and the final 25 percent on project completion. I paid him $4,550 on 12/4/2024, CASH. I paid another $1,500 on 12/21/2024 CASH, and $766 on 1/17/2025 CASH. He refused to work unless I paid him on 12/21/2024 because he said he had completed the bathroom demo, and according to the contract, $2,275 was required at completion of bathroom gutting, but the gutting was incomplete with mounds of insulation on the floor and the dumpster was still in our driveway. Even after I explained that the gutting was not complete until all debris was removed and the dumpster was gone, I still paid him, but I did this because he refused to work without this payment. When he began working again, contract specifications were not met. He continued not to show up for work, each time with an excuse, sick children, sick wife, car broke down, etc. I have never heard of a contractor who did not own a truck, but he did not. There were many warning signals, no business cards etc., but I gave him the benefit of the doubt because he had two young children. The contract was signed 12/4/2024 and I terminated his services on 2/11/2025, after 3 months without a toilet, shower, sink, etc. He was angry and threatened to sue me for breach of contract, but the more chances I gave him, the more I realized he had no clue what he was doing. Per your rating below, please clarify your scale, is 1 the best and 5 the worst? I can’t provide a rating with a clear understanding of your rating system. In the end, all he completed was the bathroom demolition. I can live with him keeping $1500 for that, even though it could have been done for much less. I would like a refund of $4,550 as he didn’t complete any work other than the demo and didn’t purchase materials that fit our bathroom requirements. Note: he is going to contest that he did spend money on supplies such as bathroom pipe pieces, toilet, shower enclosure, even though they were the wrong size. He took them from our work site. I pulled thousands of dollars from my retirement account, money that I believed would have resulted in a nice bathroom. My family has endured hardship without the bathroom, and I have been dealing with tremendous stress as a result. It is also taking me extra time to prepare this document for you, time that I need for more important priorities such as my health."

Joan P on March 2025

We guarantee your satisfaction from start to finish. We Build, and You'll be Thrilled. Builders - Homes, Remodeling - General, Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom -

"Terrible. He broke a valve resulting in a flooded bathroom floor and left an open, leaking pipe that dripped into the basement through an open hole. My family is still without a toilet in that bathroom. The shower basin was the wrong size, so he was going to cut studs near electrical wiring to make it fit. I said that I wanted a Toto toilet. He bought a cheap brand for $150, a brand I have never heard of. We found the receipt in the bathroom. He had many reasons as to why he kept getting detained, one because he said he needed more money. The contract stated 50 percent at signing, another 25 percent upon completion of demo, and the final 25 percent on project completion. I paid him $4,550 on 12/4/2024, CASH. I paid another $1,500 on 12/21/2024 CASH, and $766 on 1/17/2025 CASH. He refused to work unless I paid him on 12/21/2024 because he said he had completed the bathroom demo, and according to the contract, $2,275 was required at completion of bathroom gutting, but the gutting was incomplete with mounds of insulation on the floor and the dumpster was still in our driveway. Even after I explained that the gutting was not complete until all debris was removed and the dumpster was gone, I still paid him, but I did this because he refused to work without this payment. When he began working again, contract specifications were not met. He continued not to show up for work, each time with an excuse, sick children, sick wife, car broke down, etc. I have never heard of a contractor who did not own a truck, but he did not. There were many warning signals, no business cards etc., but I gave him the benefit of the doubt because he had two young children. The contract was signed 12/4/2024 and I terminated his services on 2/11/2025, after 3 months without a toilet, shower, sink, etc. He was angry and threatened to sue me for breach of contract, but the more chances I gave him, the more I realized he had no clue what he was doing. Per your rating below, please clarify your scale, is 1 the best and 5 the worst? I can’t provide a rating with a clear understanding of your rating system. In the end, all he completed was the bathroom demolition. I can live with him keeping $1500 for that, even though it could have been done for much less. I would like a refund of $4,550 as he didn’t complete any work other than the demo and didn’t purchase materials that fit our bathroom requirements. Note: he is going to contest that he did spend money on supplies such as bathroom pipe pieces, toilet, shower enclosure, even though they were the wrong size. He took them from our work site. I pulled thousands of dollars from my retirement account, money that I believed would have resulted in a nice bathroom. My family has endured hardship without the bathroom, and I have been dealing with tremendous stress as a result. It is also taking me extra time to prepare this document for you, time that I need for more important priorities such as my health."

Joan P on March 2025


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Nick's Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling
4802 Joyce Pl
4.89(
46
)
Approved Pro
Nick's Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling
4802 Joyce Pl
4.89(
46
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
288 local quotes requested

Kitchen and bathroom remodeling, custom installations, cabinetry, ceramic tile, floor, wall, countertops, formica, granite, fireplace, hardwood, laminate, shower doors, glass & radiant heat flooring.

"We originally reached out to Nick based on a referral. As new homeowners, it was important for us to find someone that we felt we could trust, and we found that to always be the case with Nick and his team. They made the entire process far easier than we ever imagined a kitchen remodel could be. Nick is professional, organized, communicative, honest, and went above and beyond to make sure that we were happy with every element of the project. We LOVE our new kitchen and felt that the team really delivered the highest quality services while being very reasonably priced compared to other quotes that we received. We will be reaching out to Nick for other home projects in the future and would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone!"

Christine M on January 2023

Kitchen and bathroom remodeling, custom installations, cabinetry, ceramic tile, floor, wall, countertops, formica, granite, fireplace, hardwood, laminate, shower doors, glass & radiant heat flooring.

"We originally reached out to Nick based on a referral. As new homeowners, it was important for us to find someone that we felt we could trust, and we found that to always be the case with Nick and his team. They made the entire process far easier than we ever imagined a kitchen remodel could be. Nick is professional, organized, communicative, honest, and went above and beyond to make sure that we were happy with every element of the project. We LOVE our new kitchen and felt that the team really delivered the highest quality services while being very reasonably priced compared to other quotes that we received. We will be reaching out to Nick for other home projects in the future and would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone!"

Christine M on January 2023


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JF Santos Construction Inc
4611 Bamerick Rd
4.83(
30
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Approved Pro
JF Santos Construction Inc
4611 Bamerick Rd
4.83(
30
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
205 local quotes requested

We are a full home renovation company of 3 professionals in business for 35 years. We have also maintained a five star rating with homeadvisor.com for the past 10 years. We offer package deals & payments by credit card or check.

"Very good quality"

Fred L on March 2024

We are a full home renovation company of 3 professionals in business for 35 years. We have also maintained a five star rating with homeadvisor.com for the past 10 years. We offer package deals & payments by credit card or check.

"Very good quality"

Fred L on March 2024


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Do It Right Plumbing Inc
474 W 1st St S
4.59(
361
)
Approved Pro
Do It Right Plumbing Inc
474 W 1st St S
4.59(
361
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
320 local quotes requested
21 years of experience

Licensed Master Plumber. All employees are security background checked. Small jobs. Big jobs. Residential and commercial plumbing. We also do our own digging for water and sewer services. We are professionals and will always strive to satisfy every customer. We stand behind our work and warranty everything we do. If you have an issue with our service please call our office and let us work to figure out a solution, we can't fix a problem if we don't know about it. We want to be your plumber for life.

"It seems every year, sewage backs up into my basement. In the past, I would call the city. They would send a truck by to plunge the vent pipe in my front yard and I’ll be good for a year or so. Well, the last time they were called they told me they see an obstruction in the vent pipe that might be causing the clogs, but I would need to call a plumber to clean the lines out. Sunday, it happened again. The city was closed but they could send a truck out Monday. Figuring they would just do the same thing as last time, I searched for a plumber. I used Angie’s list here for the first time and called Do It Right Plumbing. I noted the great reviews and some reviews mentioned pricing to be about $80 per hour. I called the company and mentioned Angies list and their website. They sent out a truck with two guys. They plunged the vent pipe, which cleared the line and we tested the system by running water and flushing toilets just like before. They also found the obstruction in the vent pipe. I was hoping they would run a snake in the line but they said it would cost extra and they were afraid to risk the snake getting stuck. They spent time trying to remove the obstruction in the vent pipe but gave up. They did not have a camera to verify it but did state it was higher up in the vent pipe and should not be the problem. The whole experience was great up to the point he gave me the bill for $297, twice what I was expecting. It was an expensive lesson, but I’ll know better next time - verify the hourly rate before hand!"

Jon S on January 2018

Licensed Master Plumber. All employees are security background checked. Small jobs. Big jobs. Residential and commercial plumbing. We also do our own digging for water and sewer services. We are professionals and will always strive to satisfy every customer. We stand behind our work and warranty everything we do. If you have an issue with our service please call our office and let us work to figure out a solution, we can't fix a problem if we don't know about it. We want to be your plumber for life.

"It seems every year, sewage backs up into my basement. In the past, I would call the city. They would send a truck by to plunge the vent pipe in my front yard and I’ll be good for a year or so. Well, the last time they were called they told me they see an obstruction in the vent pipe that might be causing the clogs, but I would need to call a plumber to clean the lines out. Sunday, it happened again. The city was closed but they could send a truck out Monday. Figuring they would just do the same thing as last time, I searched for a plumber. I used Angie’s list here for the first time and called Do It Right Plumbing. I noted the great reviews and some reviews mentioned pricing to be about $80 per hour. I called the company and mentioned Angies list and their website. They sent out a truck with two guys. They plunged the vent pipe, which cleared the line and we tested the system by running water and flushing toilets just like before. They also found the obstruction in the vent pipe. I was hoping they would run a snake in the line but they said it would cost extra and they were afraid to risk the snake getting stuck. They spent time trying to remove the obstruction in the vent pipe but gave up. They did not have a camera to verify it but did state it was higher up in the vent pipe and should not be the problem. The whole experience was great up to the point he gave me the bill for $297, twice what I was expecting. It was an expensive lesson, but I’ll know better next time - verify the hourly rate before hand!"

Jon S on January 2018

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Drain clog or blockage clearings FAQs

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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