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Avatar for Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup- Atlanta
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup- Atlanta
4.2(
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Serving Gainesville, GA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1935

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

When you need an emergency plumber in Atlanta, GA or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

Roto Rooter- Atlanta
Roto Rooter- Atlanta
Roto Rooter- Atlanta
Roto Rooter- Atlanta
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Mr Plumber
4.2(
206
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Serving Gainesville, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Customers say: Super punctual

"Appointment setting is always easy and quick. They even called on Sunday to offer to come a day early. Kyle McGuire has clearly earned his Certified Master Plumber - listened to concerns and got quickly to work with great results, restoring our in-home water pressure."
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Rooter Pro Plumbing GA
4.9(
34
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Serving Gainesville, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jay from rooter pro did an excellent relieving me and my family from dealing with a clogged kitchen sink drain. The price was fair and he was extremely personable and professional. Would 100% use this company again and highly recommend them."
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+5

Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
144 neighbors recently requested a quote
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American Service Specialists
4.7(
76
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Serving Gainesville, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I cannot say enough about this company. First of all, they contacted me within 5 min of putting the request in. They were clear and concise with what was needed and had someone to my house within 2 hours. Amazing..."
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+4

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Lanier Plumbing & Drain LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Gainesville, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

- SEWER AND DRAIN CLEANING SPECIALIST -\n\nWhen a pipe bursts or hot water vanishes, you need a licensed plumber who answers now, shows up fast, and fixes it right. At Lanier Plumbing & Drain LLC, our family owned and operated business brings over 43 years of plumbing experience and proven expertise to your door. We are honest, skilled, and always ready; That's the difference! No job is too big or too small for our skilled family team. Whether you're dealing with an emergency leak or planning plumbing upgrades, we offer comprehensive plumbing services to meet your every need. Just give us a call and describe your issue. Our friendly staff will point you in the right direction. Remember, we offer free estimates on all jobs, so you can get an expert opinion at no cost. Call today to schedule your next appointment!

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+3

Response time5 hrs
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Lawrenceville and Dacula
5.0(
23
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Serving Gainesville, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Morgan Pitman provided same day service to install a 50 gal tall gas water heater. Excellent customer service and workmanship while providing maintenance education. Old heater lasted 12 years so the cost and installation for replacement was staggering but less than competitors."
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3 Handle T/S valve

+19

80 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Palm Springs Plumbing & Septic
4.8(
43
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Serving Gainesville, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Excellent service. He arrived when he said he would. He was very thorough and took care of our clogged waterline. He was courteous and polite and told us everything he was doing. Reasonable rates for emergency weekend service"
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+30

Response time5 hrs
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Gainesville, GA

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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