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California Plumbing SD Inc
5.0(
177
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys went above and beyond to exceed my expectations on this project. Flooded my entire house with sewage and this was the only company that answered the phone after 9pm. They arrived within an hour and got me back in service the same night. Can?t say enough about the customer service with California Plumbing and Morgan. Don?t hesitate to call them. Highly recommend!"
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+3

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
338 neighbors recently requested a quote
Home Leak and Drain Solutions
4.3(
21
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company is not licensed! I hired them to fix a clog in December 2024. The plumber showed up without the right tools and tried to use a power drill instead of going back and picking up the right one. He ended up cracking the whole thing and initially lied about what happened. I had to bring in a professional who looked at it in front of him and only then did he finally admit he broke it beyond repair. He told me someone from Home Leak and Drain Solutions would fix it. That was a lie too because not only did they not show up but they refused to respond to my calls and messages. I checked everywhere Home Leak and Drain Solutions are listed to find their license number and they don't list it anywhere. So I tried to look up their license on the California State License Board website and they don't have one! So my few hundred dollar project will now cost me several thousand dollars. Needless to say, I wish I never hired them."
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Plumbing Plus
4.7(
463
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service! We scheduled Plumbing Plus to replace the hot and cold cartridge's in a sink faucet and a tub pop-up drain and overflow gasket. Jared N. quickly assessed the problems. The faucet was so corroded with water deposits that it could not be dismantled to simply replace the hot and cold cartridge's. So Jared replaced the entire faucet with a high quality replacement. After the tub pop-up drain was replaced, Jared checked for leaks by looking in a 'trap door' in the ceiling below the tub that was left after the tub was replaced in an earlier remodel. Jared discovered that the entire tub drain was leaking and need to be replaced, which he did. He also corrected a problem with the drain pipe left from the previous remodel. Although the job was much more complex than expected, Jared was professional, efficient, and extremely cheerful throughout . We highly recommend Jared and Plumbing Plus"
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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Round 1 Plumbing
5.0(
8
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This morning, Nicolas promptly assisted us with a significant drain issue. Our toilet was not flushing properly, and the bathtub was draining very slowly. We greatly appreciate his quick response and expert service in resolving the problem."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in La Mesa, 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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