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Earl's Performance Plumbing
4.6(
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Serving Grimes, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Earl's performance plumbing. Ryan Wanner was excellent. He took the time to explain in detail all my options. He was very effective and efficient. I will definitely choose this Plumbing Company for all my future projects."
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Whole House Filter
Tankless Water Heater

+1

Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Blooms Plumbing
5.0(
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Serving Grimes, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Blooms Plumbing is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Water heater install
Water heater install
Kitchen sink
Kitchen sink
Kitchen sink

+1

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ACE Plumbing
4.4(
150
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Serving Grimes, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The first response was courteous and knowledgeable and I thought the blockage was solved, but after he left the wash backed up, overflowed in the garage and had to call back the next day. 2nd effort unblocked the drain. I have to question the bill and will post more."
Bathroom remodels
Bathroom remodels
Bathroom remodels
Shower
Shower

+20

Response time20 mins
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Watkins Plumbing, Inc.
4.6(
28
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Serving Grimes, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Watkins Plumbing was very responsive. My water heater died during the evening and they were at my house at 8am the next morning. Richard the manager provided detailed information about the job. Mikey who did the work was friendly, professional and thorough with his work. It only took less time than I thought. I would recommend them and use them again."
Water Heater
Water Heater
Watkins Plumbing, Inc.
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
5,688
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Serving Grimes, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"AHS is ok. They cover repairs of most everything under the roof of your house. The companies that contract with them are not always the best. You call AHS with the issue, they send a fax to the repair company and give you the contact info. If they don't contact you within 24 hours, you call them. Sometimes they answer, sometimes they don't. When they arrive (usually three days or so later), they service the item. if it has issues within the 90 days, you call AHS again, they are sent out with no charge. If the serviceman decides the unit is unrepairable, AHS will allow you to choose a replacement from their listing (usually not as good as what you have) they will install and remove your old item, or give you wholesale amount to buy and install your own. Prices vary on what you want covered and what you want the copay to be, plus where you live. For me it is 49.99 per month with a 75.00 time of service order. You can have more than one item serviced at the same time under the same fee. If you have a SEAR product the repair guys are great. Not that wild about the other ones they send out. But it is a big savings compared to calling someone on your own. The cost of service is only the 75.00 copay."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Grimes, 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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