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All 4 Sons Plumbing & Well Service
4.5(
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Serving Elgin, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was quoted one price for drain cleaning but it would have been nice to know that if it was more than drain cleaning what that amount would have been because I was surprised that I had to pay an extra hundred dollars to clean a much bigger problem that came from clogged drains"
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Response time3 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Reds Plumbing
4.7(
35
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Serving Elgin, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"I had an excellent experience with the plumbing work that was done at my mother's home. The job included replacing pipes under the house, as well as servicing and updating plumbing to fixtures throughout the home. Everything was completed professionally, efficiently, and with great attention to detail. Communication was clear from start to finish, the work area was kept clean, and the quality of workmanship was outstanding. It's hard to find someone reliable and honest these days, and I truly appreciate the care that went into making sure everything was done right. I would definitely recommend their services to anyone needing plumbing repairs or upgrades."
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Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Hill Plumbing & Electric Company Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Elgin, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1925

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Job was completed in one day. It was convenient. I woke up with no hot water. Called Hill's (it was on a Friday) around 10am and they had one of their plumbers call me right back so I could explain the problem. He gave me a time that he would be at my home. He called me when he was on the way. He arrived at the time he had said he would (3:30pm). He showed me the problem. Water heater was leaking. (It was 22 years old). It needed to be replaced. I didn't have time or a truck to go purchase one myself. He replaced it and we had hot water by 6pm."
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+14

Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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American Plumbing Service
4.8(
100
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Serving Elgin, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"First impression was great: Tim picked up the phone right away, was available the same afternoon, called when he was on his way, and was overall very personable. Unfortunately, he didn't seem to actually want to do the work. He fixed the tub drain right away. Would barely look at the shower control issue and without even taking the front piece off to look, told me it would need to be replaced because the fixture was not a name brand. Did not tell me what would be involved, give me a quote, or express any interest in doing the work, just "Yep, that needs to be replaced. What else needs to be done?" So I showed him the toilet with a weak flush (water running into the bowl, had to hold handle down to flush completely). He tried flushing it a couple of times and told me I needed a new toilet because this one was "a piece of junk". I asked what was wrong with it and he said something vague about there probably being cracks in some unnamed part, and he'd have to take the tank off to repair it and by that time we may as well get a new toilet. Was there anything else I needed him to look at? I asked him to try to repair it and he went and got his snake (??? it was never clogged), snaked it, said it wasn't clogged and we needed a new one. I asked him what would happen if he replaced the flapper. He did and voila, it flushed without holding the handle down... A few minutes later he heard water running into the bowl again. He pulled out some other part and replaced that and like magic, that was fixed too. Before he left, I asked for a quote to replace the shower controls and he seemed reluctant to give me one. It wasn't an unreasonable number. I felt like he didn't want my business unless we wanted to remodel the whole bathroom. I'm not sure why I had to make a specific suggestion for how to fix my own toilet to get him to do it, unless he thought I was too dumb to know that it was a simple repair. I did appreciate that he charged me fairly for the work he did do. I appreciated that he was friendly and available the same day. But will I be calling him the next time I need a plumber? Sadly, no."
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Water and Sewer Line

+2

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Vapor-X Crawlspaces
5.0(
7
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Serving Elgin, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent customer service and excellent quality of work. Had called Vapor-X at the recommendation of a coworker and I did not regret it. Sean was extremely professional and thorough. He explained things clearly and made sure the job was done right the first time. His pricing was very reasonable, so that's always a big plus in my book! His can-do attitude and professionalism really made me feel I had made the right choice from the get-go and the final result proved me right! Thanks a ton Sean!!!!"
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Elgin, SC

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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