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California Plumbing SD Inc
5.0(
177
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Serving Lemon Grove, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had been dealing with our shower slowly draining for about a week. After reading their reviews, we called California Plumbing. They used a hydro jetting machine to clear out years of buildup and our shower is draining much quicker. So satisfying!"
California Plumbing
Our Team!
We are happy to help!
We are the experts!
5 star service!

+3

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
334 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Superior Residential Plumbing
5.0(
25
)

Serving Lemon Grove, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"José Miguel was prompt in responding. He was extremely friendly and professional and completed the work super fast. We had a clogged sink and he fixed it without a problem. We will definitely use this company in the future. Highly recommend!!!"
Shower valve
2
Process
Process
Process

+41

Response time3 hrs
Response rate87%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Plumbing Plus
4.7(
463
)

Serving Lemon Grove, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went very well. The drain backed up several months ago. Plumbing plus cleared it then. When it backed up again recently they followed the clearing with a video inspection. The drain had a flaw from the original house construction. Scott analyzed the problem and knew how to fix it. Scott and Jarod efficiently replaced the bad joint with a free flowing elbow. They cut a clean hole in my driveway. Dug down to the pipe and replaced the bad joint. All that shows is a very neat concrete rectangular patch in my driveway. Good job! Pete"
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
Home Leak and Drain Solutions
4.3(
21
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Serving Lemon Grove, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Miguel went ABOVE & BEYOND to help us. We had a water leak that caused severe damage to our downstairs bathroom and thankfully, Miguel was proactive and thoughtful enough to check in some other areas preventing future work. I watched him repair multiple items and he was clean, his post work was impeccable and the house was left perfect. He took great pride in his work, company and it showed. I want to be clear, its rare that you have a friendly, reliable, REASONABLY priced plumber who is ON TIME and does GREAT WORK. Miguel and Home Leak and Drain Solutions DELIVER. I was so impressed that I had Miguel come back and do work that was needed because he has earned my absolute trust. Do yourself a favor, these guys are reasonable, reliable, on time and legit. Home Leak & Drain is on my speed dial. 100% this is my go to plumbing company for future work. PERIOD. Thanks Miguel!"
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Ly's Plumbing
5.0(
26
)

Serving Lemon Grove, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"This was the most amazing plumbing experience ever. Ly was quick, super skilled, made my old, problematic, completely clogged drain flow super fast. Rather than do unnecessary things, he will tell you what you really do not need to do and why. Made my sluggish toilet work perfectly, and I did not even think that was possible, so I never mentioned it. The charge was low, and after advising me how to get my toilet clean, left it sparkling !!!"
New 10 year warranty natural gas water heater
Brand new 50 gallon water heater with 10 years war
Leaking 50 gallon natural gas water heater
Existing watermain shut off
New Moen flo Smart water monitor

+35

Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Blue Planet Drains & Plumbing, Inc.
4.5(
360
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Serving Lemon Grove, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Arrow Plumbing around 4:15 in the evening for a clogged drain. They said that since it would be after hours, it would be $200.00! Blue Planet came by about an hour later and charged $89.00. Mike was very nice, friendly, and did a great job. They've got my business from now on."
Excavate access hole to expose line and repair
Roots broke sewer pipe
Sewer replacement with trenchless system
Trenchless equipment in use
Pour asphalt after at the street

+32

Response time6 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Carini Home Services
4.8(
349
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Serving Lemon Grove, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The technician for Carini was very polite and professional. He performed the services and explained the issues we were having with the clogged drains. He also inspected the units outside and recommended seasonal tune ups for the systems. <br /> <br />"
Using the sewer camera to inspect the inside of a customer's drains
Camera inspection through a sewer vent on a customer's roof
Hydro jet uses water at 4,000psi to clean the inside of the mainline drain which connects all the home's drains to the city's sewer system.
Using a snake we can go through the cleanouts on the side of the house.
With the cleanouts snaked, and the blockage located, we can send the hydro jet through the sewer vent and flush out the blocked drain.

+16

Response time2 hrs
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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H2O Leak Detection Services, LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Lemon Grove, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Raul replaced a garbage disposal and fixed some plumbing under sink. His price was amazing and on budget. I would highly recommend Raul for your next plumbing job"
Plumbing
Plumbing
Plumbing
Plumbing
Plumbing

+23

Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for drain clog or blockage clearing projects in Lemon Grove, 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.

The Lemon Grove, CA homeowners’ guide to drain clog or blockage clearings

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