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Make it Drain Plumbing & Rooter
4.7(
108
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Serving El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Make it Drain to fix my leaking toilet because my regular plumber was unavailable. I spoke with the main office and was told that a repairman would be at my house within an hour. After an hour and with no repairman in sight or call to explain his absence, I called the office back. I was told that the repairman had to get a part and that's why it was taking so long. The repairman finally showed up two hours after my initial call and promptly left again to get another part -- for which he added an additional $50 to the original quote. The work was completed and they did come back the following day when the toilet still wasn't fixed. But they could not detect any problem and left. The best thing about this experience is that it has renewed my already-considerable confidence in my regular plumber. Should I have an urgent matter in the future, I will wait until he is available. He is more reliable than Make it Drain (he comes when he says he will) and he is much more reasonably priced."
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+10

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Western Rooter & Plumbing
4.8(
170
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Serving El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pablo Soto did a fast and great job, cleared the clog and got us flowing again. This man has a great personality and is an excellent master of his craft."
Ruben installs a new drainage system under a customers home. Working in a crawl space is rough, but we do what is needed.
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Sewer Line Camera
No drain clog too big or small, Western Rooter covers them all!
Justin clearing a Kitchen sink back-up after the Memorial holiday.
HALO 5 whole house water filtration system.

+542

Response time7 hrs
Response rate98%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RJ'S PLUMBING CHAMPS CORP
4.7(
29
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Serving El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JRC Plumbing is true to its word. When I called it was late in the afternoon or early evening. He confirmed that he would be on his way to my house. He did show up and was ready to work. I was definitely impimpressed. You can't go wrong with JRC Plumbing."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate90%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SoCal Plumbing & Rooter, Inc.
4.7(
284
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Serving El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"By far my best experience with a plumbing co. They responded quickly, explained the procedure and problems clearly and cleaned up well after. Very experienced and very reasonable pricing!"
Response time4 hrs
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Rooters Plumbing Co.
4.8(
44
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Serving El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I received a call back within minutes of my request for a quote and Kevin came out immediately. He was professional and personable and had my drain cleared quickly, despite it being a tricky clog to get to. My bill was exactly what he quoted and I will absolutely use them again."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate90%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rubio's Plumbing
4.9(
14
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Serving El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called Rubios plumbing for a clogged drained. One of their guys came out and helped with the issue providing additional ways to avoid this problem again. Price was fair and service great! Thank you Rubios Plumbinh for all your help"
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+8

Response time1 day
Recommended by54%of homeowners
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in El Monte, 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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