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Avatar for Western Rooter & Plumbing
Western Rooter & Plumbing
4.8(
171
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ryan was perfectly on-time and was a plumbing scholar and a gentleman. We had a simple drain replacement under a new sink. Going to Western saved me at least another day of trying to figure out proper parts and doing the install myself, and it also saved my wife's ears from hearing my salty language."
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 time12 hrs
Response rate100%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Worth Construction
5.0(
14
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a badly clogged drain that kept backing up and it was turning into a real headache. The plumbing company we called showed up on time, explained everything clearly, and got right to work. They used professional equipment to fully clear the line and made sure everything was flowing perfectly before they left. What really stood out was how thorough and respectful they were — no rushing, no upselling, just honest work done right. They even cleaned up after themselves, which is rare these days. If you need a drain cleared or any plumbing work done, I highly recommend them. We’ll definitely be using them again!"
104 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Make it Drain Plumbing & Rooter
4.7(
109
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

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

17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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RJ'S PLUMBING CHAMPS CORP
4.7(
31
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

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 rate96%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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So-Cal 1 Plumbing & Rooter
5.0(
38
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Outstanding Service, Integrity, and Communication We had SoCal 1 Plumbing & Rooter handle a job on our exterior drain pipes, and the experience exceeded our expectations from start to finish. Not only was the work itself done extremely well, but what truly set this company apart was their professionalism, transparency, and genuine care for us as homeowners. Their executive manager, Shane, was personally on site to diagnose the issue, provide a in depth explanation, organize his crew, and ensure everything was handled correctly. He even returned to confirm that the job was completed properly. Having direct access to a manager who was knowledgeable, responsive, and willing to answer questions made a stressful situation feel completely manageable. I could call Shane at any point to bounce questions off of him, and every recommendation was explained thoroughly and honestly. They took the time to help us understand the severity of the problem, and exactly whats needed to fix"
repair
full house redrain
full house redrain
full house redrain
sewer repair

+27

Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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McLay Services
4.8(
281
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Checked for downstream blockage - there was none. Checked from main toilet to main drain - nothing found but he said it looked suspicious. So ran rooter from main drain upstream to toilet and finally found the drain. A determined effort that cleared the blockage.
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+3

32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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1 TOM PLUMBER ANAHEIM / BREA
5.0(
21
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Response was amazing and fast. Arrived on time and kept me fully informed. Professional with complete set of moisture/ leak detection tools. Answered all our questions. Would love to recommend them."
Leak Detection
Plumbing
Sewage Cleanup
Leak Detection
Plumbing

+70

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
72 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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.

The El Monte, CA homeowners’ guide to drain clog or blockage clearings

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