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Baum's Best Plumbing
4.9(
11
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Gum-Spring, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At Baum's Best Plumbing, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote, we look forward to making you a happy client for life!

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Response time20 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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F.H. Furr Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical
4.8(
249
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Gum-Spring, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As always, Short Pump Heating & Air continues to excel at customer service. The technician, Scott, showed up right on time (which is typical for SPH&A), extremely courteous (also typical), and did a timely but thorough job of the system checkup. This may be my favorite local business in the Richmond area; I feel I get a tremendous amount of value for the products and services they provide. When we needed our downstairs unit replaced two years ago, I went to great lengths to find the best possible value. During my research, I kept seeing comments about how great Short Pump Heating & Air was, and I have to say, it's all true. When they installed the downstairs unit, I was extremely impressed by the professionalism of the entire team, from the office staff to the technicians to the owner. In fact, I was so impressed that I had them replace the upstairs unit a year later, and didn't think twice about whom to call. As a homeowner, it gives me great peace of mind to have such a reliable organization as SPH&A for something as important as our heating and cooling system. This most recent service may have been a routine maintenance check, but it's great to know they still commit themselves to service excellence for their customers. A+ to Scott and the entire SPH&A team."
Response time6 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Southern Plumbing of Virginia
4.6(
116
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Gum-Spring, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Southern Plumbing was a pleasure to work with, extremely responsive, we got serviced in less than 24hrs! They were on time, helped fix our problems, and got us in contact with a great restoration company! Highly Recommend 10/10!"
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30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Commonwealth Plumbing
4.9(
10
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Gum-Spring, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

We specialize in plumbing services, repairs, inspections, installations, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Fluvanna Plumbing Services
4.8(
163
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Drain Clog or Blockage - Clear

Serving Gum-Spring, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"AWESOME. We have been in the Charlottesville area for about 10 years, and have gone through many plumbers searching for someone we can rely on and trust. After making a handful of calls when our garbage disposal in our new house started leaking from the bottom, I was so discouraged by the really bad customer service out there and was hesitant to call the large companies because of their cost to fix. I wanted to give up, and then I actually got a call back from Fluvanna Plumbing and it completely turned my day around! Excellent customer service - Sheila took a long time on the phone to talk with me about their business and our situation, and what some solutions might be. She was able to make an appointment for the next day. Jimmy came out and was fast, courteous and very professional. I can't say enough how grateful we are to have found a company we look forward to working with again. If we need an upgrade or a fix, we will be calling Fluvanna Plumbing."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Gum-Spring, VA

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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