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Avatar for California Plumbing SD Inc
California Plumbing SD Inc
5.0(
177
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Serving Escondido, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I’ve had issues with my outdoor drain clogging. Alex helped me schedule an appointment and ensured me they would have the equipment to high power clean my drain. Sure enough the technicians showed up and were able to clear my drains same day. I’m very pleased with their great service!"
California Plumbing
Our Team!
We are happy to help!
We are the experts!
5 star service!

+3

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
326 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Zoom Drain San Diego North County
5.0(
19
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Serving Escondido, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can not rave enough about Zoom Drain. I hope I am leaving it for the correct branch as I understand this is a franchise. I asked my service technician which location they are based out of and he said Escondido. I had a shower clogged in my house and I usually just hand snake it. My snake is 25 feet long but the clog was beyond that. I visited Angi's List and it recommended several plumbers. I got several but the most courteous was Zoom Drain. They offered to come out in the morning and take a look with a no obligation quote. They told me they did not know what it was but a service technician would come out and quote it. Sam M. came out and he arrived on time exactly at the time they said they would be here. He sent me a text 30 minutes when he was on his way. He arrived with an apprentice and they were very neat and put on booties before they entered my house. They diagnosed it and quoted me $291 to unclog it. He said they would also guarantee the work for 30 days. I was under no obligation to accept it. It was more expensive than some quotes I got via text from Angi but he was already there. It seemed like a no haggle price and I wanted to be respectful of his time. It included all taxes and fees. I accepted it and Sam immediately got tools from his van and cleared the clog. He said it was hair all clogged about 35 feet down which explains why I couldn't get it with my snake. He also put some cleaning fluid in it to clean the drains. Very quick and efficient. I sent in the email at 8 PM and he arrived at 9:30 AM. All very quick and efficient and professional. I'd highly recommend this company to anyone."
Our fully-equipped service truck
Video camera inspection
Diagram of work involved
Video camera inspection
Fully-equipped service truck

+46

Response time4 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Flowtech Drains LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Escondido, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"2 months ago We needed to replace the pipes in our house after having serveral leaks. Pablo Solis and his team were friendly, prompt & did a great job! They kept me updated as they completed the project and made recommendations when needed. They were kind enough to fix a small toilet issue we were having even though it was not part of the project we hired them for. I recommend them 100% ð ð ¼ The pricing was very competitive. We would definitely use them again."
Water pressure regulator replacement
Water, pressure, regulator, manifold, upgrade
Waterheater
Waterheater
Water filtration

+12

Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Clearwater Plumbing and Drains, Inc.
5.0(
5
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Serving Escondido, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Clearwater Plumbing and Drains is one of the best plumbing companies in North County. They are very professional, clean, and know what they are talking about. They kept me updated throughout the entire process and I would recommend them to anyone that needs some plumbing work done the right way."
Navien tankless water heater
Tankless
Response time2 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Plumbing Plus
4.7(
463
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Serving Escondido, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went very well. The drain backed up several months ago. Plumbing plus cleared it then. When it backed up again recently they followed the clearing with a video inspection. The drain had a flaw from the original house construction. Scott analyzed the problem and knew how to fix it. Scott and Jarod efficiently replaced the bad joint with a free flowing elbow. They cut a clean hole in my driveway. Dug down to the pipe and replaced the bad joint. All that shows is a very neat concrete rectangular patch in my driveway. Good job! Pete"
New Sewer Pipe Installation
Always important to clean up after ourselves
Tricky Sewer Pipe Installation
New Sewer Pipe Installation
Ladders and lifts to access the pipe overhead

+37

Response time1 day
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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San Diego Plumbing Partners
5.0(
9
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Serving Escondido, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Johnny came out to diagnose our blocked main line. We’ve had trouble with our drain for about 5 years. He used his camera we could see the broken part of the old pipe on the screen. It was fascinating. We finally had someone figure out the problem. Their crew worked through the day and night and we had our pipes flowing by the next evening. Thanks to your team we haven’t had any more issues. "
Water lines
Water lines
Water lines
Water lines
Water lines

+8

66 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Escondido, 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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