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Zoom Drain
4.5(
117
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Serving Essington, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Zoom Drain was great !! Everything was explained by Rob on Friday when he came out. Service was provided the day we called due to hearing gurgleing in the kitchen sink when the toilet was flushed. Rob found a blockage in the drain box outside our house which he cleared. On Sunday we found that we were still having some brief water backup into our basement laundry tub when the bathroom toilet was flushed, Kyle came out that afternoon and determined that part of the issue was that the Municipal Sanitary Drain was running slow. Kyle even pulled the Municipal Manhole cover in the street to confirm that the water level was much higher than expected. He spent the time to make sure our drain was as clear as possible and even called our local borough office to inform them that the Municipal drain seemed to have a blockage. We saw a truck on our street this morning and were informed that a large grease plug was found in the municipal drain on the street next to ours. They cleared it on Sunday night and were checking the line upstream from where the plug was to make sure everything was clear. Thank You Kyle. Thank you Zoom Drain Norristown. Highly recommended !!"
Excavate front yard to expose old sewer line. Install shoring for safety at depths greater than 5’. Remove old sewer line and install new PVC sewer. Make connections to remaining pipe with underground couplings. Water test to ensure proper drainage with no leaks and encase new pipe in stone for support and protection. Remove shoring and backfill with existing soil. Tamp soil and grade trench.
 Residential Sewer Cleanout Installation
Residential Curb Trap Replacement
Excavate front yard to expose old sewer line. Install shoring for safety at depths greater than 5’. Remove old sewer line and install new PVC sewer. Make connections to remaining pipe with underground couplings. Water test to ensure proper drainage with no leaks and encase new pipe in stone for support and protection. Remove shoring and backfill with existing soil. Tamp soil and grade trench.
 Residential Sewer Cleanout Installation

+27

Response time2 hrs
Response rate95%
79 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Done Right Today, Inc.
4.8(
601
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Serving Essington, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I hired them to unclog a toilet. Got a next day appointment. Patrick was helpful and courteous in scheduling and quoting the job. Justin came early and asked questions to understand the problem and what I had already tried to clear the drain. Within 15 minutes he had the drain running. Good service at a good price. I would use them again."
Water Heater Install
Done Right Today
Parked at a customers house for repair work.
Done Right Today
AC Repair

+1

Response time7 hrs
862 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
4.4(
571
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Serving Essington, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1959

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The first guy tried everything to get my clog clear. The clog was completely my fault, and he did everything he could to clear it at the best price point possible. When we had to go to more extreme measures, that second guy was able to get the clog clear, and they billed me very fairly for what they had to do for me. I am very great full to them. Very professional, and left everything clean upon leaving! I would definitely get them again."
Plumbing Service and Repair
Plumbing Installation
Emergency Plumbing Repairs
Response time1 hour
69 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Sunny's Services
4.7(
54
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Serving Essington, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional and friendly service from Jermaine and his co-worker. Would certainly recommend his company Sunny Services for your trash removal needs. Thanks so much."
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Progressive Construction Group
4.8(
36
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Serving Essington, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The company replied quickly and gave an estimate as requested. We were quoted for 2 new shut offs and 3-5 replacement shut offs. The plumber only brought 5 fittings, but he gave me the option to run to Home Depot to get more... I was also instructed to replace a hose which wasn?t leaking until after the repair, but it was easily fixed when I suggested to connect the new hose to the pipe rather than to the leaking hose. Sharkbite valves were installed. If I knew they were going to be used, I would have done the work myself. The plumber was proficient with the Sharkbites, I just expected that a pro plumbing company would solder. When the plumber left, there were no leaks, and I didn?t feel like making an issue of the other 2 valves which I wanted installed."
HACE office expansion
HACE office expansion
HACE office expansion
HACE office expansion
Main storm line

+21

Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JustinThePlumber
New to Angi

Serving Essington, PA and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

I am a local plumbing/drain expert here in the south Jersey area. My entire professional focus for the past 7 years has been mastering the plumbing/drain trade. Driven by quality work and customer satisfaction. Servicing Pennsauken, Cherry Hill, Cinnaminson, Voorhees, Haddonfield, and surrounding areas. We help when situations arise!

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Donnelly's Plumbing Heating and Cooling
4.5(
1
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Serving Essington, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

In 1972, Donnelly’s Cooling, Heating & Plumbing began serving Pennsylvania residents with premier plumbing services and later expanded to add their superior HVAC services. As the area’s top choice for plumbing, heating, and cooling service, we’re proud to offer unmatched professionalism and quality results.\n\nWith same-day and emergency services, our team is always available for your home service needs. Plus, with service for all brands and free estimates, you can trust you’re in excellent hands with our team.

Water Heater
Well Tank
Repipe in Basement
Bathroom Shower Valve
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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WM Henderson Plumbing & Heating
New to Angi

Serving Essington, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Since 1977, Henderson Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Inc. has been providing quality plumbing, heating, and cooling service throughout Delaware County, Chester County, and the Main Line. With a fleet of radio–dispatched vehicles from our Broomall headquarters, we strive to provide our customers prompt, professional service in the plumbing, heating, and cooling fields.

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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Essington, PA

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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